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How to create the perfect book

It’s a lot easier than you might think to create the perfect book, at least in terms of design. Forget about expensive design programs and picas—all you need is a straight edge, a piece of paper, and a pencil. The fool-proof system (which, by the way, pre-dates the printing press) outlined at Retin Art will teach you exactly what you need to do to make your creation a flawless one. See a preview of the model and how it translates onto a real design layout below:

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Full story and how-to guide at Retin Art.

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