Publishing
Choosing the Best Shipping Method for Books
By Larry Filato
There are a variety of shipping methods for your books; depending on the time factor and destination they can vary greatly in cost.
USPS
You have the traditional method which many people use: the good ol’ Post Office (USPS). The services range from bulk rate or media mail to next day.
They offer a variety of [...]
Ten Things to Consider Before You Publish an E-Book
It’s a great idea for authors to consider publishing an electronic version of their book. E-books are a growing market and gaining a lot of attention – especially with the recent launch of Apple’s new iPad. But don’t dismiss traditional paper books too quickly.
Here are ten reasons why e-books have a long way to go [...]
WinePress Publishing Responds to CBA President Bill Anderson’s Resignation
When Christian Booksellers Association (CBA) president Bill Anderson resigned on October 30, 2009, it shocked the publishing industry.
Anderson joined CBA in 1978 as the association’s first full-time convention manager. He became president in 1985 and has served as an inspirational leader for nearly a quarter of a century.
George Thomsen (CBA board of directors chair-elect) clarified [...]
Must-Have Skills for 21st Century Authors
A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle. -Kahlil Gibran
By Marcus Isom
E-mail and the Internet is no longer just an alternate tool used mainly by businesses. It is a standard form of communication throughout many households. Business formerly done by phone, pen, and paper is quickly being replaced [...]
On Service and Servanthood
By James Owens
Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “If anyone wants to be first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all” (Mark 9:35).
Scripture says that we must become servants of all. Service and becoming the servant of all is important in all fields of life; however, it plays an [...]
You Get What You Pay For!
By Mike Owens
In the custom publishing industry, there are thousands of publishers to choose from, but you need to choose carefully. Understanding the difference between the in-and-out publisher and the quality publisher makes all the difference.
It’s like purchasing a Geo Metro or a Porsche. The Geo may seem reliable to get you to and from [...]
Appearance is Everything
By Janice Robeson
I love to open a book fresh from the printer and get a whiff of the ink! (Don’t think me too strange—I did end up working for a publisher!) If you’re an author, chances are you are also an avid reader. We who love books don’t just read them—we like to touch them [...]
Why Do Books Have Blank Pages?
By Tammy Hopf
Books were a big part of my life as I was growing up. My mom’s family has been running a bookstore for three generations. My mother read to us kids constantly and we had books coming out our ears! So I grew up being a voracious reader.
But when I started as a project [...]
5 Common Misconceptions About Cover Design
By Thomas McGee
Working with a custom publisher is great for the control it gives the author. But without the proper education and direction, a cover design can end up less-than-professional. Here are five misconceptions to avoid when going through the design process:
1. I need to convey as much as possible on the cover.
A simple, clean, [...]
How to Use PDFs for Marking Up Your Book Manuscript
By Thomas McGee
PDFs are very common. Many use them in their day-to-day work, and WinePress is no different. Used with forms, manuscripts, typesets, designs, and more, PDFs become a very useful asset to anyone’s selection of file formats.
One great use that has been becoming increasingly popular, is the ability to “mark up” or add comments [...]
