PUR Binding vs. Smyth Sewn Binding
We are often asked for the term "layflat binding", which in our operation is a completely different type of binding. But with further questioning, we usually determine the need is…
Marathon expands their case-making capabilities!
Most of my blog posts focus on the "sizzle", not the "steak". As in, we like to show off the final product, and not bore people with the details of…
Dust Jacket Book Design Tips
Designing a dust jacket to wrap around a hard cover edition can allow several benefits and value, if designed properly. You can have a dust jacket with a cloth or…
What Are Head & Tail Bands?
Head and Tail Bands, (H & T bands) sometimes called just head bands or head & foot bands, are a decorative feature available in a few standard colors at Marathon. …
Book Production Tips: What are appropriate margins?
As Shakespeare wrote: "To be or not to be?", we know that he was really just asking whether you want your book project to look like a college thesis or…
Book Cover Finishing Technique: Spot UV and Raised UV
Examples ofr Spot UV and Raised UV techniques in hard cover book production.
Special Edition Spotlight: The Least Interesting Place by Matt Steinhausen
We do alot of different types of great books every day, but occasionally a particular book project comes through that really stands out from the crowd. This spotlight interview features…
Special Edition Spotlight: The Last Galactus Story
I recently re-connected with David Banks of Single Bound Studios in Omaha, NE. He had a few special projects we are working on including The Last Galactus Story. David…
Covid 19 Response
March 23, 2020 Dear Valued Business Partner, When we set out plans for this website, with the idea of regular Blog updates for tips, and promotions, none of us had…
Get Published or Self Publish?
Determining the Motivation for Your Book Project I love getting the opportunity to speak to artists, illustrators, photographers and other creative types who have a book project in mind. We…