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2 keys to converting a print book into epub (ebook) for KDP

2 keys to converting a print book into epub (ebook) for KDP

Converting a print book into an ePub format can be quite the adventure, and not always a pleasant one. In this post, we're going to dive into the nitty-gritty of what you need to keep in mind during this transformation so you can end up with the most user-friendly ebook layout.

How to work faster using the Bookmark tool + the Go To Page tool (aka Jump tool) in Adobe InDesign

How to work faster using the Bookmark tool + the Go To Page tool (aka Jump tool) in Adobe InDesign

Adobe InDesign tutorial for beginners — learn how to work faster to navigate through your document using the Bookmark tool and the Go To Page tool (aka Jump tool) in InDesign.

My favorite graphic design resources + tools

My favorite graphic design resources + tools

As a graphic designer, I love trying out new design tools + resources and learning new design apps + programs. If you want to dig into specific design specialties like Adobe XD or Illustrator or InDesign, or iPad illustration, or brand design, this one’s for you!

How to add + format text in Adobe InDesign

How to add + format text in Adobe InDesign

As someone who uses Adobe InDesign almost everyday, I’ve come to realize that NOT everyone is as nerdy as me. 🤓So I’m excited to kick off a series of basic, beginner InDesign tutorials to help you get started with the software even if you’re brand spankin’ new to it. In this post + tutorial video below, you’ll learn the basics of adding and formatting text in Adobe InDesign, including adjusting fonts, changing font sizes, line spacing and resizing text frames.

The foundations of working with color, type, and imagery (3-part video series)

The foundations of working with color, type, and imagery (3-part video series)

If you’ve been needing to brush up on things like choosing a cohesive color palette, pairing up typefaces, choosing fonts, or how to incorporate photos, illustrations, or patterns into your work, this series is for you. Great for beginners to learn the ropes of design and lay a strong foundation for their style, AND great for seasoned designers to brush up on the basics, think outside the box, and maybe learn a new trick or two.

How the top design apps + programs compare to each other (+ free 20 min design tutorial!)

How the top design apps + programs compare to each other (+ free 20 min design tutorial!)

One of the most common questions I get is asking about how all the different design apps and programs compare to each other — sorry it’s taken me this long to finally write this post! I’ve been wanting to create an infographic (using Adobe InDesign, duh!), and thought this comparison post would be the perfect fit.

The ultimate guide to being your own designer in your online business (+ free design training!)

The ultimate guide to being your own designer in your online business (+ free design training!)

When you start out as a business owner or freelancer, you tend to wear a lot of hats. You’ve got to be the sales person, the accounting person, the HR person, and a lot of times, the designer. Depending on your skills and abilities, you may decide to pass off that role to another designer down the road, or you may continue to design your own materials once you see that you CAN actually do it yourself, without it looking DIY or homemade.

3 myths about using Adobe InDesign that are totally false (+ free beginner's design guide!)

3 myths about using Adobe InDesign that are totally false (+ free beginner's design guide!)

I see so many people make assumptions and spreading misinformation about learning a program like Adobe InDesign. So today I want to clear up some of those big myths and misunderstandings. You might have heard one of more of these myths around the internet, and you might even be thinking some of them yourself as you’ve read any of my other posts or resources about InDesign.

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