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The Vancouver Desktop Publishing Centre was established in 1986 by a book publisher who understood that computer technology could make book production much more accessible to small publishers and individual authors. At Vancouver Desktop we combine new technology with over 30 years of experience in book publishing to help self-publishers produce high-quality books at a reasonable cost. The company is based in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, but we have worked with self-publishers from as far away as Georgia, U.S.A. The low Canadian dollar makes Canada an attractive place for self-publishers from the U.S. to produce their books. WHAT WE DO 1) Our work begins with a free consultation with the self-publisher, after which we provide an estimate of the cost of production of the book.
This estimate can include: 2)Once the estimate is accepted, we provide sample designs for the page layout. We work in consulation with the self-publisher to arrive at a mutually acceptable layout. 3) Page layout then proceeds, after which the self-publisher is provided with a complete proof copy of the book. This proof will be proofread by the self-publisher and, if possible, by a professional editor (see Editorial Work). While the first proof is being proofread, we work on sample designs for the cover. 4) When the first proof is returned to us we make necessary corrections and provide a new proof for final checking. The cover is also proofed at this point. 5) After final corrections are made, digital files are sent to the printer who then provides a printer's proof of the entire book plus cover. After this proof is checked by Vancouver Desktop and the self-publisher, the go-ahead is given to print the books. 6) When printing is completed, the printer sends two copies of the book to the self-publisher for approval. Upon approval, the self-publisher pays the final installment of the printer's bill, and the books are shipped. |
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