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Cover Design Set Up Guidelines


1. Color mode: CMYK (not RGB)

2. Resolution: all elements to be no less than 300dpi (at 100%) as well as raster effects within a program should be set to 300dpi

3. Bleeds: bleeds (edge of page overlap of color or element) .125" (1/8")

4. Programs: CSN accepts the following program files: Adobe Photoshop (include layered file of any artwork); Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, QuarkExpress

5. Fonts: as a professional courtesy, please include screen and printer fonts for any unique fonts used; this is important for any edits to be made and maintain usage of your chosen font

6. On back panel, allow at least 1.75" (1 3/4") for barcode and CSN logo placement

7. Overall margins; text should not come closer than .375" (3/8") to any edge

8. Spine: allow a little "air" between spine title/author name and fold line; leave around 1.25" on lower edge of spine for CSN logo

9. printer files: CSN prepares an eps file with all fonts outlined and with crop marks and fold marks (for spine) for the printer




CSN books offers all publishing services including proofing, editing, and cover design.
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