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Professional Book Design &

Layout Services

At Foglio Print, we believe every author deserves a smooth and stress-free path to publication. Whether you need book design, cover design, typesetting or comprehensive author services, our dedicated team supports you at every stage of your journey.

Why authors choose Foglio

  • 100% Ownership Rights and Royalties: Foglio claims no rights or royalties from your work - it’s 100% yours, as it should be.

  • Collaborative Approach: No one knows your book as well as you do. We work to bring your book vision to reality through professional design and collaboration.

  • Control over the publishing process: We believe all authors should be empowered to publish their books on their own terms. With Foglio, you have the final word on cover design, interior typesetting, and print specs.

  • Fast Publication: With Foglio’s self-publishing services, authors can set their own timelines and release their work at their own pace - ready to print in as little as 4 weeks!

At Foglio Custom Book Specialists, we offer comprehensive book publishing services, including ebook design, typesetting, cover design, printing, distribution, and ISBN registration. Our personalized approach ensures your book reflects your vision, with unlimited revisions and consultations. Let us help you make your book stand out.

Begin your self-publishing journey by contacting us today

Get expert publishing support every step of the way

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Are you an author who has just completed their manuscript? We will help you edit your manuscript, design and format your book, print, and so much more.

We work with authors who have written:

  • Memoirs

  • Children’s Books

  • Novels

  • Poetry Collections

  • Academic Publications

  • …and so much more

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Select Books

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Book cover titled "Making With Place: Youth Community Arts Experiments and Theories of Change" by Charlotte Lombardo, featuring a scenic landscape with trees and a cloudy sky.

Read what Foglio authors have to say about our process

Screenshot of a Google review by Jane Buchan. The review rates five stars and praises Michael and Foglio Custom Book Specialists for enhancing her self-published book. The review mentions the Canadian setting of her book and her pleasure in working with a Canadian company.
Screenshot of a review by Tim Akhmedov, rating five stars, praising the typesetting services provided by Foglio. The review highlights professionalism, precision, and attention to detail despite a tight timeline, recommending their services for typesetting and proof preparation.
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Google review by Alejandro Collados-Nunez praising Michael P. Foglio for book production, highlighting custom book options, and recommending his services with a 5-star rating.
Screenshot of a Google review by Alan Bryce. He gives a 5-star review praising Michael Pietrobon of Foglio Publishing for helping him with self-publishing his book, highlighting his professionalism and patience.
Customer review giving five stars, praising Michael for transforming an idea into a book, will use Foglio again.
Review by Jacqueline Bennes with 5-star rating, praising Mike and his team for a small-scale book project involving 12 books showcasing her poetry and short stories. She appreciates her involvement and input, thanks Foglio for prompt delivery, and plans to return for future projects.
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A 5-star review by Nicole Attias praising Michael for his professionalism in helping publish an eBook, highlighting his promptness and thoroughness.
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Google review by Joanne Lombardo giving five stars. Joanne praises Michael at Foglio for helping her create a book version of her daughter's PhD thesis, appreciating his personal interest, design skills, and competitive pricing. She is a retired librarian and highly satisfied with the service.
A five-star review by Herman Baxter praising Michael at Foglio for designing the cover of "The Denied Stone." The review commends Michael's attentiveness, detail, insight, and patience with revisions, both for print and eBook formats, highlighting a positive collaboration experience.
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Google review by Anna Guglietti giving five stars, praising Michael for designing and printing a book with well-positioned pictures.
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Google review by Lynne Muendel for Michael Pietrobon at Foglio Custom Book Specialists, rating five stars. The review praises Michael's ability to transform her manuscript into a book, noting his responsiveness and attention to detail. She highlights that the book reflects her ideas and highly recommends his services.
Five-star review by Saina Sarafian praising Michael for dedication, creativity, and professionalism.
Google review by Alex Burrows praising Foglio for exceptional custom design and printing services, highlighting their personalized approach, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
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Author Testimonials

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★★★★★

“One of my best choices was to engage the services of Michael Pietrobon of Foglio Publishing. He did an outstanding job of compiling my book and transforming my text into a beautiful work of art. He worked with me every step of the way with professional advice and patience. I am very grateful for his services and highly recommend them to anyone who is considering self-publishing and printing their book.”

Alan Bryce, author of Here Comes the Sun

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★★★★★

“Michael at Foglio helped me realize my dream of presenting my daughter with a book version of her PhD thesis on graduation day. He was a delight to work with, took a personal interest, designed a unique, artful and perfectly suited cover and promised and delivered the result by the necessary date. All at a very competitive price. A gorgeous softcover, which presented her work beautifully included dynamic great chapter headings and organization plus terrific photos and artwork. She is thrilled with it! I’m a retired librarian after almost 50 years on the job so know a bit about books. Thank you Michael!”

Joanne Lombardo, Making with Place

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★★★★★

“It was a superb experience interacting with Michael Pietrobon to ensure that the vision for my book became a reality. His creativity, patience, natural talent, and gentle guidance led to a palpable prayer answered.
Whatever you’ve written. Whatever you feel is important to publish. Whatever you envision to hold in your hands; Foglio will do whatever it takes to fulfill your written dialogue into a dream come true.”

Taylor Delangis, My Darling Darla

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★★★★★

“The team at Foglio exceeded all expectations with his exceptional typesetting and preparation of the final proof files for our book. Despite an extremely tight timeline, he delivered high-quality work with remarkable precision and attention to detail. His professionalism and dedication were evident throughout the process, and we couldn’t be happier with the final product. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of top-notch typesetting and meticulous proof preparation.”

Tim Akhmedov, The Ignite Book

Children's book titled 'Mikluck and Chickole' featuring illustrated chickens on the cover.

★★★★★

“Amazing work! I reached out to Michael for a small project, he gave me great advice to turn my idea into a fantastic book for my husband! Will be using Foglio for future projects, for sure!”

Nicole Royle, author of Mickluck and Chickole

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★★★★★

“Thank you Michael for a thorough job in getting my eBook published. I appreciate the time you spend answering my questions and attending to my inquires promptly throughout our time. You were extremely professional and this is something I value.”

Nicole Attias, author of Transform Your Sales Approach: More Than Just A Cold Call

Choose Foglio

Design & Typesetting

Despite the old adage, a book is always judged by its cover…and its interiors. Foglio can design a book that captures the attention of potential readers.

Book Printing

Hardcover or softcover, cream or coated—we do it all. Let us bring your literary dreams to life with our premium book printing service.

Unlimited Revisions and Consultations

We offer ongoing support for all authors who work with us. We will work with you until you are 100% satisfied with your book’s design—guaranteed.

eBook Design

Share your book with the world at lightning speed. We design and distribute eBooks in all formats and on all major platforms.

100% Canadian

We’re 100% Canadian—and proud of it. Based out of Aurora, ON, all our work is produced in Canada.

Manuscript Editing

The first step in making your book ready for the world. Foglio’s editors have over 10 years of experience in editing novels, literary journals, and academic publications.

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The Process of Book Formatting

Working with Foglio means having a partner to help guide you through every aspect of book formatting:

Initial Review

Our formatter will first review your manuscript and determine the best approach based on the type of book you are publishing (e.g., fiction, non-fiction, illustrated, etc.).

Formatting Design

We then adjust the layout of your manuscript, choosing appropriate fonts, line spacing, paragraph alignment, and more to ensure that your content is clear and visually appealing.

File Conversion

For ebooks, we convert your manuscript into the necessary file formats, such as ePub or Mobi, ensuring that it can be read on any device without errors.

Final Quality Check

Before delivering your formatted book, we carry out a thorough quality check to make sure everything is perfect, eliminating any formatting issues that could affect your reader’s enjoyment.

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