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Welcome to the Foglio blog! Here, I share insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories about the world of self-publishing, book design, and typography. Whether you’re an author looking for guidance on your publishing journey or a typography nerd like me, you’ll find something of interest here.

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    What to Look for in a Self-Publishing Service: Comparing 5 Major Self-Publishing Platforms

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    Evergreen Fonts: The Wisdom of Massimo Vignelli

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    10 Book Printing Terms Every Self-Publishing Author Should Know

How to Publish a Book in Canada: A Simple Guide to Self-Publishing
Book Printing, ebooks, Book Design, Self-Publishing, Publishing Michael Pietrobon Book Printing, ebooks, Book Design, Self-Publishing, Publishing Michael Pietrobon

How to Publish a Book in Canada: A Simple Guide to Self-Publishing

Self-publishing in Canada has seen explosive growth over the past few years, with more authors choosing this path for the creative freedom it provides. Unlike traditional publishing, self-publishing gives authors full control over their content, design, and royalties. In fact, the number of self-published books has increased by a staggering 264% in just the past five years  . This trend shows that more and more writers are taking control of their own publishing journeys, opting for the flexibility and ownership that self-publishing offers.

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Foglio Becomes a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi)
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Foglio Becomes a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi)

Foglio Custom Book Specialists is proud to announce our approval as a Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi). Learn more about ALLi’s commitment to supporting self-publishing authors and how Foglio can help bring your book project to life with top-notch design and publishing services.

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