Typography is the part of graphic design that covers the words actually on the page, and is an essential concern for any author thinking of self-publishing their book. Before we take a look at the key things you need to know and the tools that you can use to make your book look attractive and professional, let’s quickly dip into the origin of typography.
From handwritten books to a print revolution
The history of publishing is the story of the democratisation of the written word and the ability to spread ideas through this medium. Prior to the invention of the printing press in the 15th century, the only way to produce a copy of a book was to literally and painstakingly copy it out by hand.