How to Make a Book

How to Make a Book

A small guide to book publishing for book lovers, clearly showing the "birth" process of a book from scratch.
From the author's initial creation, determining the illustration style, to the internal layout and cover design,
then to book printing and promotional marketing...
Let's explore the secrets behind books!
◎ Editor's Recommendation
☆How does an idea become a book? What does a book go through before it reaches your hands?
Becky Davies, an experienced children's book editor and author, effectively combines knowledge and fun based on her own practical work experience, authentically reproducing the entire birth process of a book: author creation, editor revisions, illustrator drawing, art editor design, printing, transportation, marketing and promotion... This book is rich in content and detail, making it an engaging popular science picture book about making books.
☆The unique scenario-based dialogue format provides a stronger sense of immersion and participation, guiding you to witness the entire process of a book from scratch!
This book abandons the traditional, straightforward narrative style of popular science. By showcasing numerous work and life scenarios related to book creation, it uses character dialogues to lead readers on a tour of authors' studies, artists' studios, publishing house editorial departments, and printing factory workshops, interacting with people from different professions. The exciting and diverse scene changes make readers feel as if they are there, brainstorming face-to-face with authors, editors, and designers, personally participating in the entire book production process!
☆The language is humorous and witty, the illustrations are lively and vivid, full of interesting popular science tidbits, suitable for readers of all ages.
How do authors submit manuscripts? What are the main tasks of an editor? What are the components of a book? How does a printing press work? ... This book authentically showcases the daily work of various professions such as writers, artists, designers, editors, and printers in a richly illustrated format, while also interspersed with many interesting popular science tidbits. It is a very practical small guide to book publishing for newcomers to the publishing industry, as well as authors, artists, and children and adults interested in bookmaking.
☆Experience the arduous journey of a book's birth through reading, giving readers another reason to love books more.
Turning an idea into a book not only requires the author to repeatedly refine the manuscript, but also involves various stages such as editing and revisions, art design, printing, and marketing promotion. The publication of a book embodies the hard work and wisdom of many people. After understanding the book-making process, we believe readers will cherish every book they hold even more.
◎ Content Introduction
How is a book made? Open this book, and you will witness the entire process of a book from scratch! This book uses a unique scenario-based dialogue format to present the rich details and interesting knowledge in the birth process of a book. The exciting and diverse scene changes make readers feel as if they are there, brainstorming face-to-face with authors, editors, and designers, personally participating in the entire book creation process!
The author of this book, Becky Davies, is an experienced children's book editor and author. Drawing on her personal experience and based on the realities of book publishing, she authentically recreates for readers every stage of the publishing process, from the author's initial creative inspiration to determining the illustration style, cover design, and then to book printing and promotional marketing. The lively format with illustrations and text, and the humorous language, lead readers to explore the secrets behind books!
◎ Media Recommendation
From content creation to illustration style, to printing and promotion, it comprehensively introduces all the processes of creating children's picture books. It is an ideal choice for children who love to create their own stories and illustrations, and also a convenient resource for schools. — The British Library
This book describes in great detail how books are created and produced, from the initial idea to the final product in the reader's hands. I highly recommend this book to all children who want to know how books are made. — Goodreads Reader
This book is full of witty and humorous elements, the kind you can sit down and enjoy reading from start to finish (don't forget to enjoy the wonderful back cover)! The illustrations are so vibrant, perfectly complementing the author's playful approach. Seeing how a book is brought to life bridges the gap between readers and makers. This is truly an incredibly good work! — British Reader

2023-04-01

四川美术出版社

the new wave

32

9787574005402