Author Archives: Ann O'Brien

How to Add Bleed to a Print File (2026 Guide)

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 14, 2026

How to add bleed to a print file in 2026: exact bleed size, safety margins, PDF export settings, and fixes for common cutting errors before you print. Continue reading »

Self-Publishing a Graphic Novel: Print Options 2026

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 13, 2026

Self-publishing a graphic novel in 2026? Compare paper stock, bleed setup, and binding options with page-count thresholds and a clear verdict for each. Continue reading »

Pen Name Self-Published Author: 2026 Setup Guide

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 13, 2026

Using a pen name as a self-published author in 2026? Get copyright, payment, and print-file steps right the first time — no mismatched byline mess. Continue reading »

Saddle Stitch Binding Guide: Sizes & Limits (2026)

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 13, 2026

Saddle stitch binding guide for 2026: page-count limits, sizes, paper stock, and when to switch to perfect bound or Wire-O instead. Specs and verdicts inside. Continue reading »

Perfect Binding vs Saddle Stitch: 2026 Verdict

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 13, 2026

Perfect binding vs saddle stitch in 2026: page-count thresholds, cost math, and lie-flat tests to pick the right binding for your book or booklet quickly. Continue reading »

Art Book Printing Self-Publish: 2026 Buying Guide

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 13, 2026

Art book printing self-publish guide for 2026: best binding, paper stock, and full-bleed options for illustrated collections, ranked with clear verdicts. Continue reading »

Famous Self-Published Authors: Lessons for 2026

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 12, 2026

Famous self-published authors like Andy Weir and Amanda Hocking prove one thing in 2026: print small, sell direct, then scale. See the full playbook. Continue reading »

How to Store Self-Published Books (2026 Guide)

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 12, 2026

How to store self-published books in 2026: ideal humidity, shelving, shipping costs, and when print-on-demand beats bulk inventory storage for authors. Continue reading »

Is It Legal to Write a Book About Someone? 2026 Guide

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 12, 2026

Is it legal to write a book about someone? Yes, with limits. 2026 guide covers defamation, consent, public figures, and pre-print legal checks for authors. Continue reading »

How to Self-Publish a Book: 2026 Step-by-Step Guide

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 12, 2026

How to self-publish a book in 2026: write, edit, format, design a cover, copyright, choose binding, and print a short run without a big minimum order. Continue reading »

Book Business Plan: How to Build One Before You Publish (2026)

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 12, 2026

Build a book business plan for 2026: production cost, print run size, break-even price, and a 90-day launch timeline before you order a single copy. Continue reading »

How to Write a Health Book (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)

Posted by Ann O'Brien
on July 11, 2026

How to write a health book in 2026: build the outline, draft the protocol chapters, and pick the right format before you print. Step-by-step guide. Continue reading »