CPP Publishing Industry & Editorial Process Flashcards
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What is a 'blurb' in book publishing?
Answer: A short promotional description appearing on the back cover or in marketing materials
A blurb is a brief promotional description of a book, typically appearing on the back cover, in catalogues, or in online listings.
In print production, what does 'CRC' stand for?
Answer: Camera-Ready Copy
CRC stands for Camera-Ready Copy, a document that is fully prepared and ready to be reproduced in the printing process without further corrections.
In book publishing, what does 'verso' refer to?
Answer: A left-hand page and the back side of a leaf
'Verso' refers to a left-hand page in an open book and also to the back side of a leaf, and it always bears an even page number.
What is the purpose of an 'editorial calendar' in periodical publishing?
Answer: To plan and track content topics, assignments, deadlines, and publication dates
An editorial calendar is a planning tool that outlines upcoming content topics, writer assignments, deadlines, and target publication dates.
What is a 'masthead' in periodical publishing?
Answer: A section listing the publication's staff, ownership, and contact information
A masthead in a magazine or newspaper lists the publication's editorial staff, publisher, ownership, and contact information, typically on an inside page.
What is a 'style guide' in the context of the publishing industry?
Answer: A reference work that establishes standardized rules for writing and formatting
A style guide is a reference work that establishes standardized rules for grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and formatting used by editors and proofreaders.