If you are preparing a poetry book for printing and want to ensure the layout of your publication turns out exactly as you envisioned, please take note of the basic layout requirements. They will help you avoid technical revisions and speed up the printing process.
- General Requirements
- File format — PDF, page-by-page (not spreads).
- All pages must be compiled into a single file in the correct order.
- The cover must be submitted as a separate file (PDF / PNG / JPG).
- Color model — CMYK for accurate color reproduction.
- Resolution — 300 dpi for high-quality text printing.
- The layout must be free of crop marks, watermarks, comments, and unnecessary elements. - Formats and sizes
- We typically publish poetry books in A5 and B5 formats, less often in A4.
- If your layout has non-standard proportions, we will help you choose the optimal option or scaling. - Recommended margins
- Inner margin (near the spine): 15–20 mm — to ensure the text does not get lost in the binding area.
- Outer margins: 10–15 mm — for neat placement of the poetic text on the page.
- Bleed: 3–5 mm on each side — for proper printing without white edges.
- Safe zone: at least 8–10 mm from the page edges for all important elements.
Adhering to these margins ensures a neat appearance of the pages and the correct presentation of the poetic text after printing. - Technical specifications
- Color model: CMYK for accurate print reproduction.
- Resolution: 300 dpi (optimal for clear text).
- File format: Print-ready PDF.
- The layout must be free of crop marks, watermarks, comments, and unnecessary elements.
- All pages must be submitted in a single file in the correct sequence.
- It is recommended to embed fonts or convert them to curves.
These parameters ensure high-quality printing of the poetry collection and clear reproduction of the text. - Cover
The cover of a poetry collection can be designed in various ways, depending on the style and concept:
- Softcover – a classic choice for most poetry collections.
- Hardcover – a more durable and presentable option.
- Embossing on the cover is available to give the publication a special, premium look.
Embossing allows you to highlight the title, the author’s name, or other design elements, making the collection more distinctive and unique. - Lamination
Lamination is used to protect the poetry collection’s cover and ensure its durability:
- Glossy lamination — enhances colors, making the cover brighter and more striking.
- Matte lamination — gives a subtle, elegant look and reduces glare.
Lamination also protects the cover from scratches, moisture, and wear, keeping the publication looking neat. - Important Details
- In poetic texts, it is important to maintain proper indentation and line spacing for comfortable reading.
- Avoid placing text too close to the page edges or the spine area.
- Allow 3–5 mm for trimming, and account for a possible technical margin of error of 1–2 mm.
- Small decorative elements and thin fonts may lose clarity after printing.
- It is recommended to check text alignment, especially with non-standard authorial formatting of poems.
Adhering to these details ensures a neat appearance and proper perception of the poetic text in the finished collection. - Additional Services
- Layout/Design of the future book – a separate service offered by the printing house.
- Separation of the layout from spreads into pages.
- Adding a ribbon — +40 UAH.
- Publishing a book with an ISBN — 2,100 UAH (free for print runs of 100 copies or more).
- Design of the endpaper, color selection, and text placement on the spine and ribbon — calculated individually.
These services help prepare a poetry collection for printing without errors and achieve the desired result.
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