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Welcome to the Foglio blog! Here, I share insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes stories about the world of self-publishing, book design, and typography. Whether you’re an author looking for guidance on your publishing journey or a typography nerd like me, you’ll find something of interest here.

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    What to Look for in a Self-Publishing Service: Comparing 5 Major Self-Publishing Platforms

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    Evergreen Fonts: The Wisdom of Massimo Vignelli

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    10 Book Printing Terms Every Self-Publishing Author Should Know

What Kind of Editing Do I Need? A Clear Guide for Self-Publishing Authors
Jessica Pietrobon Jessica Pietrobon

What Kind of Editing Do I Need? A Clear Guide for Self-Publishing Authors

Confused about what kind of editing your book needs? This clear guide explains developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading, helping self-publishing authors choose the right stage at the right time. Learn how to avoid common mistakes and prepare your manuscript for professional publication.

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How to Self-Publish a Book in Canada (2026 Guide)
Jessica Pietrobon Jessica Pietrobon

How to Self-Publish a Book in Canada (2026 Guide)

Self-publishing a book in Canada isn’t mysterious or mechanical — it’s a series of deliberate decisions. This 2026 guide walks Canadian authors through ISBNs, editing, distribution, design, pricing, and marketing with clarity, context, and care, so you can publish a book you’ll stand behind for years to come.

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How to Make A Professional Author Website (And Why You Need One)
Jessica Pietrobon Jessica Pietrobon

How to Make A Professional Author Website (And Why You Need One)

Creating a professional author website isn’t just about aesthetics —it’s about building a home base for your writing career. In this guide, we break down the essential pages, design must-haves, and modern standards that help indie authors look polished, credible, and ready for readers.

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ISBNs vs ASINs: What Authors Need to Know in 2025
Jessica Pietrobon Jessica Pietrobon

ISBNs vs ASINs: What Authors Need to Know in 2025

Confused about ISBNs vs ASINs? This 2025 guide explains when to use each for Canadian self-publishers and why owning your ISBN can boost your book’s discoverability and professionalism.

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How to Get Your Book Files Print-Ready for Professional Results
Jessica Pietrobon Jessica Pietrobon

How to Get Your Book Files Print-Ready for Professional Results

Print-ready files protect your book from surprise delays, rejections, and quality issues. This guide explains how to set the correct trim size, add bleed, prepare high-resolution images, choose CMYK colour, and build a proper full-spread cover. Follow these steps to produce clean, professional PDFs that pass every platform check on the first try.

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