Creating Custom-made Maps for Self Publishers
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The document discusses the role of self-publishers in creating maps, detailing the necessary steps to engage a cartographer and the essential information required for map production. It highlights the importance of defining purpose, geographic area, design elements, and ensuring data accuracy. Finally, it outlines the final product expectations, including physical book formats and considerations for sales and distribution.
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Creating Custom-made Maps for Self Publishers
- 2. First Contact Who are these self publishers? Types of things they publish Why do they need a map? How does one find a cartographer?
- 3. The Brief – What’s Required? Purpose or theme Geographic area to be covered Size and scale Features to show Design and style – colours, fonts, symbols
- 7. Map Production Sources and references available Data fit for purpose Input from author, editor and designer Proofs to be checked Final file to designer/printer
- 10. Final Product Usually a hard copy printed book May be small or long print run Author realises end result Sales and distribution