Glossary

We’ve curated a glossary of terms regarding all things writing and publishing related. From commonly-used terms to abbreviations, our glossary will guide writers and people starting out in publishing, to cut through the jargon and gain a better understanding. 

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Territory
Areas of the world where the publisher has the right to publish or license other overseas publishers to publish through foreign rights deals.
Trade paperback
A paperback that is of a higher production quality and a larger size than a mass market paperback edition.
Typesetting
The process of putting type into the required size, style and arrangement on the page before printing.
Verso
Left-hand page of the book, which usually has an even number.
Volume rights
The primary right to publish the book in hardback or paperback (this can now also involve e-book rights).