From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
Effective interior book design is invisible. And as a result, it’s often overlooked. Jenny Engwer, our Senior Book Designer, explains why you should appreciate these 3 design elements that make books easier and more enjoyable to read.
Read MoreThere’s nothing quite like a great book illustrator’s ability to bring a story to life. If you’re hiring an illustrator of your own, we’ve turned our best advice into a list of ways to help you get the most out of the relationship.
Read MoreSo, you’re looking for professional illustrations for your book. But do you really know what you need? The more you know, the more streamlined the process will be, which leads to higher quality illustrations at a more affordable price. Find out what you need with our simple 3-step guide.
Read MoreWe recently sat down with Astra Compton, our in-house illustrations specialist, for a behind-the-scenes look at our illustrations department – including our hiring process, how she matches authors and illustrators, and gives advice to authors embarking on their maiden illustrations voyage.
Read MoreBefore you spend hundreds (or even thousands) finding and hiring a professional book designer, we surveyed the industry for the average costs, and broke down the most important factors that will affect a book designer’s prices.
Read MoreAs we embark upon our next decade in business, we consulted a number of our team members and asked them to share with us some lessons they’ve learned while working in self-publishing.
Read MoreA book cover is a profoundly important part of your book’s impression on potential readers. Over the past decade, FriesenPress has developed over 5,000 book titles, and that means years and years of evolving cover designs.
Read MoreThe cover is your book’s crucial first impression, acting as packaging, branding, and a big part of its of marketing. Don’t just overcome your cover, employ these simple secrets to leverage the possibilities.
Read MoreLandscape format books tend to have a certain magic about them.
Author, illustrator, and FriesenPress Publishing Specialist Astra Crompton explores three powerful subtleties of landscape books and how they benefit authors (and delight readers).
Read MoreLearning the basics behind the visual language of book design has a myriad of benefits for authors, including helping you communicate what you’re looking for in your cover and understanding the choices your team makes when designing it.
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