Publishing · 4 min read
What makes a book feel good to read?
Design is also about the quiet work a reader should not have to do.
Begin with the reading experience
Consider genre, audience, format and the kinds of pages the book contains. Poetry and a practical guide ask for different decisions.
Make the page comfortable
Type size, spacing, headings and margins should support the reading experience. Review sample pages before applying a direction to the whole book.
See the cover in context
A cover should communicate the book honestly and remain clear at the sizes readers will see in shops and on screens.
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