Episode 127: Manuscript to Book: Book Design and Publishing with Susi Clark
Do you have a rough draft of your dream book but are unsure about the steps to turn it into a published masterpiece? Don't worry! Graphic designer Susi Clark is here to help. Susi has all the tips you need, from choosing the right book cover dimensions and colours to finding the perfect font. Join us as we discuss the journey of designing your book, from its early stages to becoming a bestseller.
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During this episode, you will learn about:
[00:00] Episode intro and a quick bio of the guest; Susi Clark
[03:27] Benefits of working with a book designer who offers a wide range of services
[07:48] What authors need to have in mind before hiring a book designer
[14:20] KDP & IngramSpark and their differences
[18:30] Types of books that you can pre-order and how the logistics work
[28:43] Susi’s book recommendation
[31:19] Episode wrap-up and call to action
Resources Mentioned
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini: https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Psychology-Persuasion-Robert-Cialdini/dp/006124189X
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Susi Clark (Guest)
Susi Clark is a German native, born and raised in Germany, but has been living on the east coast in the Baltimore / Washington D.C. area for more than 20 years now.
Susi studied Graphic Design at the University of Maryland and worked as a Graphic Designer for a financial and book publishing company for over a decade. There, she took on many responsibilities and worked her way up to lead a team of designers. As the Art Director she learned all about marketing strategies, publishing, and the design business. While working on her professional career, she also nurtured a freelancing design business, creating long-lasting relationships with clients.
In 2019, she started her own full-time design company: Creative Blueprint Design. Now, she can dedicate her time to helping a range of clients from individuals to small-businesses and even corporate companies that operate world-wide.