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January 10, 2015 in 

An imprint of a publisher is a trade name under which the publisher produces books, magazines, newspapers, or other products. Imprints can be divided into three main categories: editorial, production, and marketing.

An editorial imprint is created when a publisher’s editorial team comes up with a new concept for a book or series, and decides to produce it under a different name than the publisher’s main imprint. The editorial team may feel that the new concept will be more successful if it’s marketed separately from the rest of the publisher’s books.

A production imprint is created when a publisher outsources the production of a book or series to another company. The publisher may do this because they don’t have the in-house resources to produce the book themselves, or because they want to save money. The production company will usually have its own imprint that appears on the book.

A marketing imprint is created when a publisher wants to market a book or series to a specific audience. For example, a publisher may have an imprint for books aimed at young adults, or an imprint for books about business. Marketing imprints can also be used to rebrand a publisher’s existing products.

In its simplest form, Imprint is a publisher’s name or logo. But it’s so much more than that. It’s a reflection of the publisher’s identity and values. It’s a badge of quality that tells readers they can expect a certain level of excellence from the books that bear that Imprint. It’s a sign of trustworthiness, an indication that a publisher stands behind its books and is committed to delivering quality content.

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, Imprint is more important than ever. It’s a key differentiator that can help publishers attract attention and build loyalty among readers. By investing in a strong Imprint, publishers can set themselves apart from the competition and create a lasting impression with their audience.

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CJ McDaniel

CJ grew up admiring books. His family owned a small bookstore throughout his early childhood, and he would spend weekends flipping through book after book, always sure to read the ones that looked the most interesting. Not much has changed since then, except now some of those interesting books he picks off the shelf were designed by his company!

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