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Exploring the World of Zines: What is a Zine?

Posted on 20 May 2026
Zines represent a vibrant exploration of creativity and independent thought, promoted progressively with the DIY culture. Evolving over decades, zine printing has found its way into mainstream media by encapsulating individual perspectives and artistic passion, thriving in both print and the digital realm, where some creators even sell zines.  In an era dominated by fast-paced […]

Turn your Street Photography into Book Printing

Posted on 20 May 2026
Key Highlights What Are the Best Street Photography Books to Inspire You? Street photography books often fail to reach their full impact if they are poorly produced. Common frustrations include low-quality paper that dulls contrast, layouts that are hard to follow, and bindings that do not allow pages to lie flat. These issues make it […]

PRINT a PHOTOGRAPHY ZINE OF YOUR LATEST ROAD TRIP at Ex Why Zed

Posted on 20 May 2026
We enjoy Phoenix to San Antonio, the latest photography journal from the awesome @valeriej.bower and @melisduenas 203x152mm Zines 4pp Cover onto 240gsm Uncoated Matt laminated to the outer 120 inside pages onto 100gsm Uncoated Four colour print throughout Trimmed, collated and perfect bound We pick up the story as they photographically depict their trip from […]

Indie Publishing vs Self Publishing: Which is Right for You?

Posted on 20 May 2026
Key Highlights Are you an author trying to understand the complex publishing industry? Deciding on the right path for your book can feel overwhelming, especially with the rise of options beyond traditional publishing. You've likely heard the terms 'indie publishing' and 'self-publishing' used, sometimes interchangeably. While they both offer alternatives to large publishing houses, they […]

How to Publish a Children’s Book: From First Story Spark to a Beautifully Printed Book

Posted on 20 May 2026
Creating a children’s book is a deliciously layered process. It begins with a story idea, but the finished book depends on far more than words alone. The age of the reader shapes the language. The pacing affects the page turns. The illustrations carry emotional weight. The format, paper, binding and artwork setup determine whether the […]

SELF-PUBLISHED KIDS' ACTIVITY BOOK PRINTING

Posted on 20 May 2026
In this showcase snippet video, we take a look at Deep In The Whispering Woods, a welcome return from our friends at Sojo Mouse Publishing @sojomouse written by @fishinatree and illustrated by @sojoanimation Like the look of this? The winning print spec is: A5 Perfect Bound Books 4pp Cover onto 300gsm Silk FSC Matt laminated […]

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