Book Design Magic: Why First Impressions Count in Publishing with Michael Pietrobon
My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Michael Pietrobon who is here to chat with me about Book Design. A self-published author himself, Michael started Foglio with the intention of providing compelling, highly personalized book design and publishing services to all authors.
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This week, I dove deep into something we often overlook but absolutely transforms our reading experience: book design.
In my latest podcast episode, I chatted with Michael Pietrobon, a book design expert who's basically the wizard behind making books not just readable, but irresistible. Here are some mind-blowing insights. What REALLY Makes a Great Book Design? • It's WAY more than just a pretty cover • Interior design is where the magic happens • The goal? Make reading feel effortless 3 Key Design Elements That Matter 1. Cover Design: Your book's first impression 2. Interior Typesetting: What keeps readers engaged 3. Consistent Design Language: Creating a cohesive experience Pro Tip: A good design feels like a friendly invitation to dive into the story. If a book feels cramped or difficult to read, most readers won't make it past the first chapter! Bonus Insights Michael shared an incredible hack: Designers consider how your book will look as a tiny thumbnail on someone's phone. Talk about attention to detail! Want to hear the full scoop? Check out the complete podcast episode. Keep reading, stay curious! P.S. Curious about book design? Comment and let me know what makes a book's design stand out to you! *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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