it’s almost ready

2009 January 31
by bechirih

rapido-copy

this weekend, massi had to go out of town for work.  i think this was a God thing, a heavenly kick in the pants to get me to focus solely on my book and nothing, i mean nothing, else. it has been a very productive weekend so far and tomorrow should get it completely done.  that is, if i can find the right presentation stuff-papers, binding, you know.  that stuff.  is there anywhere better than kinkos for this kind of thing?  i kind of find their binding and paper options deplorable.  so, before i bore you further with bookmaking details, here’s the stats:

proposal is done, other than a couple technical questions.

sample pages are done, other than one or two pages needing a tiny bit of tweaking.

presentation questions still need to be answered:

how many sample pages does one put in a proposal when it’s not full typed pages?  do you bind the book, or leave it loose?  what kind of paper should i use that will showcase the visual without being plain ol white paper?  can i also share it electronically, and if so how do i maintain the visual integrity?

 

so many questions, it looks like, i know.  but really, honestly, i’m soooooo close.

2 Responses leave one →
  1. 2009 February 2
    Meghan permalink

    don’t go to kinkos!
    GR bookbinding/printing companies: http://www.localfirst.com/calendar/121
    best place in michigan (but in ann arbor, can order online): http://www.hollanders.com/

  2. 2009 February 3
    Meghan permalink

    I thought I left a comment, but maybe not.

    There are a couple of local book manufacturers in GR that might be able to help you out. http://www.localfirst.com/calendar/121

    There’s also an awesome paper company in Ann Arbor that carries bookbinding materials and has weekend seminars. http://www.hollanders.com

    Try Issuu for electronic use – it’s a pdf page-flipping widget that’s perfect for books. http://www.issuu.com

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