If you: …then hire a professional. If you’re: …then DIY can work well. Either way, formatting must be clean and error-free to ensure a reader-friendly experience.
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What’s the difference between formatting and design?
Formatting handles how your book appears inside — chapter layout, margins, page numbers, font styles. Design covers the outside — your book cover, typography, imagery, spine, and back layout. Both affect readability and marketability — formatting ensures a clean reading experience, while design grabs attention and conveys your brand.