Custom Editions: 10 Options for Making Beautiful Books at Friesens

Custom Editions: 10 Options for Making Beautiful Books at Friesens

Dreaming of a book that shines as bright as the words inside? Author and FriesenPress Editing & Illustrations Coordinator, Astra Crompton, shares 10 options for printing a dazzling custom edition right here in Canada through Friesens.

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What is Print on Demand? And How Does It Work?

What is Print on Demand? And How Does It Work?

If you’re a self-published author, you’ve probably heard the term “POD”. But what is print on demand? How does print on demand work? And what are the best ways to leverage it to your advantage? We answer these questions and more as we explore this popular publishing model.

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How the Supply Chain Is Affecting Book Printing in 2021 & 2022

How the Supply Chain Is Affecting Book Printing in 2021 & 2022

Few industries have avoided the 2021 supply chain squeeze, and the book industry is no exception. To get a sense of the effects on book printing and publishing, we spoke with Friesens VP of Finance Andrew Fennell about this “perfect storm” of supply chain issues and what authors need to know to navigate it.

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Weathering the Storm: How a 112-Year-Old Bookmaker Thrives in the Digital Age

Weathering the Storm: How a 112-Year-Old Bookmaker Thrives in the Digital Age

Rumours of the printed book’s death have been greatly exaggerated as the book industry continues to thrive in today’s digital age. To learn why, we spoke with two leaders at one of the organizations leading the way, Friesens—the premiere book manufacturer in Canada, and our parent company!

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