A clean HTML conversion is the best way to start when formatting for e-publication. Conversion from word to HTM is an easy process if you use one of the free online sources. Simply do a search for “Word to HTML” and you will be presented with several choices.
Formatting Styles in Word, Tutorial and How-to Video
Starting with a cleanly formatted Word document makes conversion to an EPUB and Kindle a lot easier. Here’s a quick tutorial and Video on setting the basic styles in Word. “Format Once – Use Everywhere™
Basic eBook Formatting: Style Sheets
If you are venturing into the arena of ebook publishing, you no doubt have heard to use style sheets to maintain a unified and consistent look to your finished epub or mobi ebook. Here’s a quick tutorial on setting up your Word template with e-book compatible styles.
eBook Cover Design Tutorial: Primary and Complementary Colors
When it comes to any design, choosing the right colors is just as important as the font or photo. But every color evokes a different emotional response. Knowing what color combination work well together is half the battle of book cover design.
eBook Cover Design Tutorial: How to Create a Book Cover Using Stock Photos and Photoshop
In this First Steps Tutorial, I show you how you can utilize Royalty Free stock photos and illustrations to create a book cover. The video covers the basics of using an online stock photography source (BigStock.com), how to save a photo to a lightbox, download a preview example, and set up the book cover page […]
eBook Cover Tutorial: Eight Tips for an Effective Book Cover Design
The Secret to Good Book Design, Production and Layout is knowing what works and what doesn’t. Though there are volumes that I could write on the principles of good design, that is not the purpose of this post. Most people in the publishing industry believe that a good book cover design is a book’s number […]
Poetry e-Book Cover Design
Even if you are using a Vanity Press, hire a graphic designer, or create a book cover yourself, make sure you have explored the best options for your book (and budget).