Buyer's Guide: The Nuts & Bolts of Apps & Ebooks
A guide to common practices for producing ebooks and book apps and tips for finding the right solution.
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A more common and slightly more complicated approach is implementing a software solution like Adobe's Digital Publishing Suite. Thad McIllroy, digital consultant and founder of The Future of Publishing, recommends DPS because it supports a variety of formats, including EPUB, and is relatively affordable. McIllroy believes that this type of solution is ideal for publishers who want to create simple, reflowable EPUB titles, well-suited for straightforward trade books.
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Ellen Harvey is a freelance writer and editor who covers the latest technologies and strategies reshaping the publishing landscape. She previously served as the Senior Editor at Publishing Executive and Book Business.
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