With modern technology, content conversion may seem like a non-issue. A task like converting a Word document to a PDF or a PDF to an ePub is something that you can do with just a couple clicks, right? Well, it’s not exactly that simple. Accessibility Not Guaranteed Just because content fits a format, doesn’t mean […]
How To Make Your PDF Accessible
There are a lot of ways to get information to your designated audience these days. From web pages to spreadsheets to ePubs to ASCII art. And sometimes, a PDF is a great option. But not all PDFs are made with accessibility in mind. If you’re not careful, you could risk alienating a large chunk of […]
Should You Use a PDF For That?
The PDF is among the most popular file types on the internet. Almost every computer or mobile device can open a PDF and authors of PDFs have a lot of control over what the end result will look like. But there are some significant drawbacks to the PDF. Companies who utilize this file type, particularly […]
The Minnesota Libraries Publishing Project
Are you an author in Minnesota looking to turn your words into a printable book or an eBook? The Minnesota’s academic and public libraries, and an organization called Minitex want to help. The Minnesota Libraries Publishing Project is an initiative that provides access to online publishing tools and training for those tools. The program […]
What is ePub 3?
What is an ePub? ePub is a dynamic, widely supported format for eBooks. The ePub format gained popularity over the years by offering a more flexible reading experience than other, more static formats like PDF. That’s because ePubs are actually made up of the same code that is used to create websites. ePub files are […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Choose ePub Over PDF
You’ve finished the content for your eBook and you’re ready to publish. It’s time to plan your digital release. Where will you release it? And, more importantly, in what format will you release it? Whether you’re doing a simultaneous print release or staying strictly digital, here are three reasons to consider choosing the ePub 3 […]