The most common questions about typesetting, proofreading, files and printing. If something is not here, just write, I am happy to explain.
A publishing sheet is 40,000 characters with spaces, roughly 22 A5 pages. It is the industry unit that makes quoting typesetting and proofreading convenient. An approximate character or page count is enough for a quote.
It depends on length and complexity. As a guide: a sample of a dozen or so pages in 2-3 days, a full publication from a couple of weeks upwards. We agree the schedule together with the quote. If your deadline is tight, say so up front.
Ideally Word (DOC or DOCX) or other editable text, without forced formatting. Photos and graphics separately, in the highest available quality (TIFF, PNG, JPG, vectors in AI, EPS or PDF). The cleaner the material, the fewer surprises during typesetting.
Proofreading catches errors: typos, punctuation, spelling and typographic slips. Editing goes deeper, improving style, syntax, consistency and the logic of the text. For publications it is often worth combining both.
As standard, PDF/X with CMYK profiles, bleeds and registration marks, a file ready for the press. On request I also hand over the source file, so future reprints and corrections are easy.
Yes. On request I take care of printing at trusted print houses and delivery of finished copies. You can also take just the files from me and print on your own. Printing cost depends mainly on the run, and you can add it in the calculator.
Yes, I prepare EPUB and MOBI versions, as well as interactive PDFs and flipbooks. An e-book can be made alongside print typesetting or from a finished publication.
Yes. Besides books, I typeset brochures, flyers, business cards, calendars, and anniversary and commemorative booklets, for example a publication of a dozen or so pages for the anniversary of a school, company or association. They get the same typographic standard as my books.
The price depends on the type of publication, length, complexity and the services chosen. The fastest way to get an approximate range is the calculator on the Contact page. I prepare an exact quote after seeing the materials. Starting prices of all services are on the price list.
Yes. The studio is in Kielce, and I work remotely with clients from all over Poland and abroad: materials, corrections and approval are sent by email.
Yes. I typeset anniversary booklets and commemorative editions for schools, companies, parishes and associations, as well as chronicles and school histories. Prices, schedules and details are on the Brochures and commemorative editions page.
I reply within 1-2 business days with a free quote. If anything is missing, I will ask for the details. Once the quote is accepted, we agree the schedule and I start work.
Yes. I also work remotely with clients from other European countries. Communication is in English, and materials, proofs and approvals are exchanged by email.
The currency is agreed individually. Settling in a currency other than Polish złoty, for example euro or pounds sterling, is not a problem.
Yes. On request I order printing from trusted printing houses and arrange shipping of the finished copies abroad. The cost of printing and shipping is agreed in the quote.
You send the materials and I reply with a free quote within 1-2 business days. Once it is accepted, we agree the schedule. I start with a sample layout of a few pages, then send PDF proofs for review and make the corrections, and finally you receive print-ready files or printed copies.