Many have become collectible due to the designer or owner. Indicates that this is not the first appearance of a book in print, but that this is the first appearance in a substantially different format than the true first edition. At the end of the title of some books youll see information relating to the edition of the book, the number of volumes, the number of the volume, and whether the book is autographed. If you have any questions about any term defined in this list, feel free to let me know and ill create an expanded definition for you. Whether youre a rookie writer or a veteran author, youll need to know the language of the business. These terms will not only help you understand the process of book production. A glossary of book printing terms selfpublishing services. Jul 02, 2008 if you are not familiar with some of the common publishing terms, check out this glossary of publishing related words and phrases. In a publishing agreement, rights that cannot be expressed in ordinary english. The cmyk color values for 100% black also known as flat black are 0,0,0,100, which means it contains no colors other than black.
What are the terms to distinguish these unique items. Cd remainders are usually marked by cutting the spine of the case or punching a hole through the upc barcode. The shade of black used in black and white printing. Below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book design terms. A book that simply has a hard cover, rather than a paper cover. The books interior will only be printed in black ink, with one color black on both sides of the page. Boards were historically made of wood, but most modern binders use cardboard. We hope this quick glossary helps in your collecting. Copies of a book that are slow to sell and can be purchased from the publisher at a reduced rate. Frontispiece an illustration appearing before the first pages of a book.
Glossary of publishing terms glossary provided courtesy of kwame alexander, co author of do the write thing. This glossary is intended to help you understand book production, design and publishing terms. The first half of the glossary contains terms az and is followed by two book anatomy illustrations, descriptions of the various book sizes, a guide to condition ratings, and the most common abbreviations used in the world of books. A tear in which the two sides are irregular, ragged, chipped, or otherwise uneven due to missing paper. Glossary of publishing terms publication services on. While glossaries are most commonly associated with nonfiction books, in some cases.
Boards the stiff material commonly referred to as the covers. Our glossary was designed to help visitors to our website understand unfamiliar bookrelated terms. The time it takes for an editor to report to the author on his or her query or manuscript. To provide you with a quick reference to common graphic, printing and publishing terms, we have compiled the following list from the glossary of screen printing and related technologies as. A great reference too for book manufacturing and construction. Our glossary was designed to help visitors to our website understand unfamiliar book related terms. Click on the letter at the top to go directly to that section. This glossary is your guide to book production, design and publishing terms. An imprint can refer to the name of a publisher, or a division or subsection of a publishing house that specialises in certain subjects or genres. What is a glossary in a book how to write a glossary for. Glossary book terms as it pertains to the book printing services of star print brokers. Get a book printing quote get a quote 8446031777 or 4256031777. Bowed a condition where the boards of a hardcover book have turned either inwards or outwards in relation to the leaves. Formed by a merger in 1970 of the american book publishers council and the american educational publishers institute.
A bound book that when opened by an editor will instantly expose an embarrassing mistake. Hardcover usually sewn and glued, hardcover books are then bound with cardboard covers that are reinforced with a stiff cloth before being covered with a paper dust jacket. A glossary of book design terms selfpublishing services. Books that are discounted from the publisher because of overprinting, sluggish sales. For example, a first illustrated edition of a book, or even a first paperback release of a book originally published in. Generally only noteworthy when all or some of the leaves. A glossary, also known as a vocabulary or clavis, is an alphabetical list of terms in a particular domain of knowledge with the definitions for those terms. A book remainder mark is usually made with a stamp or permanent marker on the bottom edge of the book, though it may be on the back cover or another edge. Category of paper suitable for books, magazines, catalogs, advertising, and general printing needs. Glossary and definitions of publishing terms wheatmark.
Usually sewn and glued, hardcover books are then bound with cardboard covers that are reinforced with. This abbreviated glossary covers only the most commonly encountered terms. Buy mywritertools now and get this feature and more. A blurb that is placed between the covers of the book to compensate for an unmarketable author. Toms glossary of book publishing terms right reading. A more complete guide to book sizes, book conditions and binding terms can. Shelf help selfpublishing glossary for indie authors.
Youll find centuriesold publishing lingo, 21st century jargon, and dozens of other terms in the independent book publishers associations ibpas the language of publishing. The worst is better than none, and the best cannot be expected to go quite right. Fine f a book that has no defects in book or jacket, but not as crisp as it was when new. Please let me know if i missed anything in the comments section and ill add it. Sanskrit glossary for ayurvedic terms banyan botanicals. Modern trade publishing has replaced the use of dummies with materials such as advance reading copies and uncorrected proofs. Ive been using the extra time not spent earning an income getting in some extra writing. Traditionally, a glossary appears at the end of a book and includes terms within that book that are either newly introduced, uncommon, or specialized. Glossary definition and meaning collins english dictionary. An identifying inscription or emblem from the printer or publisher appearing at the. Loss of paper or cloth caused by a slow and steady wear, as opposed to a. The books interior will be printed in full color 4color cmyk, with ink on both sides of the page. Glossary of publishing terms edit 1st manuscript editing. Discount publishing a percentage deducted from the list retail price of a book, thereby determining the cost of the book to the dealer purchasing it from the publisher or wholesaler.
A book that simply has a hard cover, rather than a paper cover i. A slang term used to refer to something favorable that has happened in business. Shorthand for how the cover will be printed, in the following order. If you are not familiar with some of the common publishing terms, check out this glossary of publishingrelated words and phrases. Utilizing one in your book is a great way to define, list, and expand upon unfamiliar, made up, or intricate terms used in the book. Slush pile is a term for all the unsolicited material queries or manuscripts received by those in publishing. An agent shops a manuscript around to editors, receiving a commission only when the manuscript is accepted for publication. Book printing glossary below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book printing terms.
In commercial magazine publishing this refers to a direct marketing effort designed to solicit new readers and is normally comprised of a number of components including but not limited to. A glossary of book binding terms books tell you why, inc. Non periodic printed publication of at least 49 pages exclusive of the cover pages. These terms will not only help you navigate the process of book production, but will help you build success for your book. Let us help with this glossary of book binding terms. Dec 08, 2017 utilizing one in your book is a great way to define, list, and expand upon unfamiliar, made up, or intricate terms used in the book. Chances are youve heard industry professionals use their insider vernacular, and much of its been over your head. Printed material found in the back of the book after the main. This helpful guidebook is designed to help you effectively do business in the book world.
The editor who does the substantive editing of a book, with. This book publishing glossary has been in the works for a while. Apart from the submission process of book publishing, other functions can sometimes be slow as a result of this manana attitude among some book publishers. Book plate an ownership label, usually placed inside front cover. You access the glossary from the mywritertools menu and can search the glossary list for any word.
An annual international exhibition of artwork on paper. Usually sewn and glued, hardcover books are then bound with cardboard covers that are reinforced with a stiff cloth before being covered with a paper dust jacket. An agent acts as liaison between author and publisher editor. Publishing glossary a curated list of the industry terms and phrases aspiring and professional writers need to know language is power, and to that end we at the editorial department have come up with a glossary of commonlyused terms and abbreviations in the book publishing industry. A glossary of special, unusual, or technical words or expressions is an alphabetical. See small press a small publishing company whose annual revenues are below a.
Try one of the apps below to open or edit this item. There may be exceptions to some of our definitions our main concern is to provide you with general concepts relative to commonly used book jargon. Glossary of www technical terms if you cant find it here, check the acronyms or glossary of technical terms dictionaries are like watches. Advance the money a publisher pays an author to publish their book. Although these cutouts dont damage the cd or liner notes, they are visible. An illustration appearing before the first pages of a book. May 15, 2018 let us help with this glossary of book binding terms. Isbn the international standard book number isbn is a digit or 10digit code assigned to books published after 1972. For example, an employee receiving a raise may reply with the words cool beans, upon receiving the news. Ioba book terminology independent online booksellers.
Publisher guidelines glossary of book publishing terms. Glossary a list of terms and definitions particular to the subject of the book. Pressing the enter or return key at the end of a line of text instead of allowing the text to naturally move to the next line. For example, a first illustrated edition of a book, or even a first paperback release of a book originally published in hard cover. Below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book printing terms.
Abbreviations appear alphabetized at the beginning of each respective letter. It lasts longer, but costs more and is generally used for library books. First books sent to those who ordered, requested or were promised a book, generally before the book. These terms will not only help you understand the process of book production, but will help you build success for your book. The glossary is found in the back matter of the book.
A more complete guide to book sizes, book conditions and binding terms can be found through the aforementioned links. Glossary of publishing terms paperback january 1, 2010 by publication services editor see all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. A list of terms and definitions particular to the subject of the book. The process of printing and publishing a book has many steps, and when it comes to collecting rare books, the prepublication material can be as valuable if not more so than the actual book. Alkaline paper, free from chemicals that destroy paper. Glossary of publishing terms book publishing company, self. There are photo examples of the terms but please keep in mind that book characteristics and conditions vary. Heres some book publishing terminology you should know. Glossary of publishing terms book publishing company. A glossary of publishing terms that are important for independently published selfpublished authors to understand. An annoying apparatus that is always out of tune, causing sluggish performance. Heres the first volume in what will be an expanding glossary of publishing terminology. An intellectual property and contract law specialist who is unable to pass the bar. A book bloggers guide to acronyms, terms and slang feed.