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[ccdjg]

You won't regret self-publishing John, although it may be hard work at times. Having published three (science) books with large publishing houses and one self-published airgun book, I can vouch for the many advantages of DIY. Yes, there is a substantial initial financial outlay, but in your case I am sure you will be able to judge the likely customer base accurately and get the appropriate number printed for a quick return of your investment. It will be tempting to go for the less expensive bindings, paper, cover etc., but I think for a specialist books like yours, the type of customers you will be getting are not the sort to mind paying a bit extra for quality. Always print a few more than you think you will need, speaking from experience.

Good luck with the venture!
John

[Josie & John]

You won't regret self-publishing John, although it may be hard work at times. Having published three (science) books with large publishing houses and one self-published airgun book, I can vouch for the many advantages of DIY. Yes, there is a substantial initial financial outlay, but in your case I am sure you will be able to judge the likely customer base accurately and get the appropriate number printed for a quick return of your investment. It will be tempting to go for the less expensive bindings, paper, cover etc., but I think for a specialist books like yours, the type of customers you will be getting are not the sort to mind paying a bit extra for quality. Always print a few more than you think you will need, speaking from experience.

Good luck with the venture!
John

Thank you John.

I'm looking at a hardback A4 size on quality paper. The end result won't be as glossy as my monthly articles but then again, books rarely are. I hope to include a few exclusives in the finished work to keep old hands happy as well as newer collectors.

Kind regards,

John

[Jerry Cornelius]

. I think for a specialist books like yours, the type of customers you will be getting are not the sort to mind paying a bit extra for quality.

I am sure that is right, and after all people will be wanting to be looking things up in it for decades to come.

I can’t believe John’s encyclopaedia came out as long ago as 2008. My copy has seen a lot of use since then and has held up excellently