Welcome one and all! Monday, Dec 22 2008 

Uncategorized Gregath Company, Inc. 6:56 pm

We are an independent publisher, specializing in genealogy and history. In business since 1970, we have been online since the 1980’s, but this is our first blog. First known as Gregath Company and more recently as The Gregath Publishing Company, we incorporated in 2010. Locally, our print shop is known as Timbercreek Limited. Feel free to poke around, visit the websites listed, and comment. We look forward to growing and expanding our service and support for the next 40 years – and beyond!

Visit our full website – click here.

Click here for our catalog of books for sale.

 

2019 Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Offers Monday, Nov 25 2019 

Marketing and Updates , , , , , , Gregath Company, Inc. 11:28 am

This year, we’d like to offer a little something for those wishing for a little something extra from us on Black Friday or Small Business Saturday. To see what this is,  visit our Facebook page. There is something for both the book buyer in our catalog and for the author wishing to start publishing. Facebook will be rolling out these offers, so check back.

 

New Sales for Publishing and Catalog Ordering Wednesday, Nov 6 2019 

Book Production and Events and Marketing , , , , , , , Gregath Company, Inc. 10:22 am

We are pleased to announce that our end of the year sale offerings are available for both catalog sales and your publishing needs. They can be found on our website at:

http://www.gregathcompany.com/catalog/general/sale/

and

http://www.gregathcompany.com/service/publish.htm

Please note that these are seasonal sales and will be over with the new year – if not before.

 

eZine at website and on Facebook Monday, Nov 4 2019 

Electronic Magazine and Updates Gregath Company, Inc. 11:02 am

Just because we haven’t been updating the blog, doesn’t mean we’ve abandoned the monthly electronic magazine. Anytime it is missing here, you can find it on our Facebook page, or at http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine

 

June 2018 E-Zine Tuesday, Jul 3 2018 

Definitions and Electronic Magazine and Updates Gregath Company, Inc. 10:59 am

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*Author alterations (Marked “AA” in margins): Changes marked in proofed copy that the author will want completed/fixed.  If undertaken after the work is at the printer, or at a paid typist/preparer, these would carry additional charge.

Back Matter: Material in the back of a book, after the main text – after word, list of contributors, notes, glossary, reference, bibliography, index, additional material (addenda/appendix), etc.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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Don’t pick just one thing to promote/market your book with: Omni-channel marketing has proven the best way to get your information to more people. From mailing to social media, etc. the more ways you promote your book, the more ways your potential readers will learn about you.

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You’ve invested in anti-virus software – great! Don’t forget to update it as well as preforming disk mantenence occasionally (defrag, etc.).

 

July 2018 E-Zine Tuesday, Jul 3 2018 

Book Design and Book Production and Computer & Software and Definitions and Electronic Magazine and Genealogy and Updates Gregath Company, Inc. 10:53 am

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*Blue line: For Gregath use, see ARC.  Below is a definition from “The What Shall I Write Handbook”, Corrine Russell, 1992, that is a good addition to our ARC entry:

“Blue lines are page proofs. They represent your last chance to review copy looking for errors.  Depending on the printing process your printer uses, blue lines may be expensive to produce, and many printers will not provide them unless you request them.  If printers do provide them, they may be expensive, so ask first.  Blue lines may be a good idea if you have a lot of photographs, for blue lines present your only opportunity to see photographs in place.  Check them carefully.  Make sure they are in the correct position, and that they are not upside down or turned backward.  Because blue lines are so expensive to produce, now is the time to start editing and proofreading. Unless they are printer’s errors, changes made at this point cost you dearly.”

Bold(face): Highlights type as is darker/heavier – to stand out.  Other “attention getters” include ALL CAPS, Italic, Underline (should not be used in web pages), Call-out, etc.  Use attention getters sparingly.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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Have something that you want to include that looks best with larger dimensions than your chosen book size? Consider a fold out insert.

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Did you realize that the set up fee charged to all publishing orders covers all reprints of the same format – as long as the reprinted books are bound at the same bindery? Reprint hard cover books 2, 8, or 20 times, pay the set up fee once.

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A good genealogy plan doesn’t rely on only one resource: You may need to do “hands on” research, correspond by mail, make telephone calls, and/or research online and communicate by email to get the best material.

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May, 2018 E-Zine Monday, Apr 30 2018 

Book Design and Book Production and Computer & Software and Definitions and Electronic Magazine and Genealogy and Marketing , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Gregath Company, Inc. 11:20 am

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ARC (Advanced Reading Copy): A sample publication produced with author/customer submitted material.  Many times this is in an alternate binding (or unbound with small publications) than the main publishing.  The reproduction process is usually not the same as the main printing (100+) and therefore differences in quality, text block placement, etc. may occur between the ARC and the published book.  For POD, however, this gives the customer the chance to see the quality of photograph the supplied material will produce.  Since Gregath works mainly from submitted camera ready copy, an ARC is generally not necessary.  Our quality guarantee covers any printer error (such as upside down photos) that may occasionally occur.

Art(work): Non-text material (in our shop, this excludes photographs) – may include such things as decorative lettering (not font related), drawings, ornamentation, tables, charts, sketches, maps, reproductions of documents, decorative borders, etc.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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For other writing, printing, publishing, marketing lingo, check our glossaries at
http://www.gregathcomany.com/info/dictionary and
http://www.gregathcompany.com/info/dictionary/writers.html

Run across a word that you don’t understand? Try us – email us your word, term or phrase and we will see if we can shed some light on the matter!
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Design Inspiration
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For each project there are both expensive upgrades, and sometimes changes that can be made more economically than assumed: This is why communicating effectively with a publisher is important. Did you know when printing a few copies changing a page with personalized content is very inexpensive, altering a color cover can be cost prohibitive (though there are a few options).

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Perfect if producing POD, consider personalizing each book’s cover. This can be done with a simple name, different backgrounds or photos, graphic and fonts. The cost differences depend on type of cover which may also make total quantity ordered a factor. For large hard cover orders, have personalization done by extra line stamps for the most economic. For soft cover, the economical personalized options are more suited for non-printed spine options such as comb and saddle.

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Marketing advice – not in this issue
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Check out http://www.gregathcompany.com/web
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Genealogy ideas
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Never forget that the internet brings new resources and ideas every day – when we look.

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Computer aid!?!
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Have you considered using Skype, Facetime, or some other audio/video software to connect with other researchers?

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About this e-zine
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Gregath Company, Inc. is pleased to present information that may be of help to authors and genealogists on a monthly basis in this format.

If you have decided since you requested this newsletter that you prefer not to receive mailings, please go to the following page and fill out the subscribe/unsubscribe form to be automatically dropped from the mailing list:
http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine
This set of directions is also the way to subscribe to this e-zine to get your own copy in your box monthly (if not already a subscriber).
NOTE: If trying to unsubscribe, supplying a different email address then the one you signed up with will result in multiple copies rather then being unsubscribed.

Back Issue information available through http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine or https://gregathcompany.wordpress.com

 

February 2018 Magazine Issue Monday, Feb 26 2018 

Book Design and Book Production and Computer & Software and Definitions and Electronic Magazine and Genealogy and Marketing and Updates Gregath Company, Inc. 3:01 pm

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Fold out (gate fold): Any included material in a book that is larger than the text page. Inclusion in book, by definition, must be printed on oversized paper and folded smaller than finished book size to allow for unfolding.

Watermark: Mark traditionally produced during paper production within the structure of the paper. Digital watermarks may be produced by applying a ghosted mark during the printing process to paper or other media.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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For other writing, printing, publishing, marketing lingo, check our glossaries at
http://www.gregathcomany.com/info/dictionary and
http://www.gregathcompany.com/info/dictionary/writers.html

Run across a word that you don’t understand? Try us – email us your word, term or phrase and we will see if we can shed some light on the matter!
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Design Inspiration
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Considering different formats to your index can make it more user friendly, reduce page count, alter the “flavor” of the index, and more. While it is hoped that all genealogy authors feel and index is required, it shouldn’t be looked at as “something I’ve got to do”. Visit our information page for more examples and ideas.

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Book Manufacturing Concepts
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Authors, did you know that if you only want a few pages in your book printed in color – say 10 out of a 200 page manuscript, you can order only those pages in color? No longer must they be together or in the front or back to produce this potential vast reduction in cost. Likewise, all your manuscript pages may be in color, but only the page numbers you specify will be printed (and charged) as full color.

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Haven’t double checked new pricing through USPS yet? Remember pricing on many things changed January 21. Go to https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/notice123.htm at any time for full pricing. More information, including easier to use guides can be found at postalpro.usps.com – search “2018 price change”.

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Genealogy ideas
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You’ve had a month to settle into the new year: Have you set you set your 2018 genealogy goals? If not, no better time than the present to set at least one. If so, it’s not a bad idea to review them and note your progress or plans to implement.

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Computer aid!?!
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Attempting to utilize any of the services USPS offers on their website? Information gathering (zip codes, tracking, pricing, “how to”, etc.) can be done without an account, but many other great things are available to you once you set up a free account through USPS: Informed Delivery, change of address (fee for this service as a way of ID protection), mailing supply (including stamp) ordering (fees for “shipping” and face value), click-n-ship, a variety of other services for businesses, more automated tracking, etc. Go to http://www.usps.com and click the sign in/register link in the upper right of the screen – then follow the instructions.

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About this e-zine
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Gregath Company, Inc. is pleased to present information that may be of help to authors and genealogists on a monthly basis in this format.

If you have decided since you requested this newsletter that you prefer not to receive mailings, please go to the following page and fill out the subscribe/unsubscribe form to be automatically dropped from the mailing list:
http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine
This set of directions is also the way to subscribe to this e-zine to get your own copy in your box monthly (if not already a subscriber).
NOTE: If trying to unsubscribe, supplying a different email address then the one you signed up with will result in multiple copies rather then being unsubscribed.

Back Issue information available through http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine or https://gregathcompany.wordpress.com

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Copyright and reprint information

Gregath Company, Inc. is happy to give permission to forward this e-zine in its entirety, INCLUDING all contact information, to any person or group. To excerpt this e-zine for any form of reproduction, you must contact us to request permission. All material is copyright by Gregath Company, Inc., as staff members are responsible for the content.

 

January, 2018 E-Zine Wednesday, Jan 3 2018 

Book Design and Book Production and Computer & Software and Definitions and Electronic Magazine and Genealogy , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Gregath Company, Inc. 11:47 am

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Saddle Stitch: Soft type binding where pages are printed four and folded in the middle (spine) and stapled in the fold. Many program books and most magazines are saddle stitched.  Due to the paper being folded as a spine, this works well with only small page count books.  Click here for information web page.

Sans Serif Type: Without serif.  Example: Arial. Though uncluttered, the lack of serif separates the letters and words for the reader.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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For other writing, printing, publishing, marketing lingo, check our glossaries at
http://www.gregathcomany.com/info/dictionary and
http://www.gregathcompany.com/info/dictionary/writers.html

Run across a word that you don’t understand? Try us – email us your word, term or phrase and we will see if we can shed some light on the matter!
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Design Inspiration
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Can’t decide whether to publish in hard cover or soft cover? Is economics getting in the way of what you envisioned your book to be? One suggestion would be to publish soft cover first edition books (less expense) and take special orders for hard cover books that can be ordered singly (print on demand) and shipped directly to buyers.

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Book Manufacturing Concepts
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If utilizing print on demand (POD), offer a personalized page such as a special half title, frontice piece, or title page.

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Marketing advice
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As an individual author, have you signed up for USPS Informed Delivery yet? While this service expanded to individual post office box holders last month, it’s still not available to addresses that are solely business. Why does it matter? If you use the Informed Delivery app, and mail product at a post office, use the app to track the packages: Open the app and after the tracking number has been applied, scan the #, then when is asks if you want it added to your dashboard – say yes. The packages then queue in the app in a tab next to your incoming mail and auto update.

https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action

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Genealogy ideas
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When was the last time you’ve reviewed the basics? Many “old timers” learned it once and don’t feel like going over “old ground” again. However, reviewing what makes good research – especially from alternate sources, can give you new perspective. Are you a Handibook, Redbook, NGS or FGS person? Check out the others – you may learn nothing new, but going over the material may spark new ideas.

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Computer aid!?! – See Marketing

 

December 2017 Electronic Magazine Friday, Dec 8 2017 

Electronic Magazine , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Gregath Company, Inc. 10:54 am

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Road Map: A list or representation of how different elements are to go together into a publication.  For instance: a photo list with page number/placement and/or pages copied with the photos in place.

Round/Rounding: The mechanical or manual manipulation of the spine of a text block into a convex shape (and the consequent manipulation of the fore edge into a concave shape).  Rounding usually precedes backing.  Rounding and backing help distribute the swell than naturally occurs with sewing and adhesive binding.

Terms marked with an asterisk (*) are not generally used in our office.

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For other writing, printing, publishing, marketing lingo, check our glossaries at
http://www.gregathcomany.com/info/dictionary and
http://www.gregathcompany.com/info/dictionary/writers.html

Run across a word that you don’t understand? Try us – email us your word, term or phrase and we will see if we can shed some light on the matter!
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Design Inspiration
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If you prefer a full sized advanced reading copy (ARC – commonly referred to as a “proof”), one can be sent a quoted price. Generally speaking an ARC should cost no more than $75.00 up to 500 pages.  If something is found that was not expected on the ARC (or free proof), it can be fixed at that time, rather than having it show up in the published work. If you desire a true galley or blue line (bound or unbound), request an estimate – same as POD pricing, plus shipping and handling.

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Shipping services through USPS will rise an average of 1.9% and more information can be found at http://www.usps.com. Unless contracting with a jobber that offers free shipping, this will likely effect your total shipping cost on small orders.

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Keep in mind that both the cost of a USPS delivered stamped letter and post card go up 1 cent on January 21, 2018.

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Looking for a book that is out of print? In addition to trying out the businesses we list on our website for used copies, consider local “buy, sell, trade” options. Some areas have these options via radio or TV, in print publications, online bulletin boards as well as social media options. Target both the author’s geographical area as well as where the subject matter of the book covers.

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Computer aid!?!
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Have you begun keeping your Christmas card list in a spreadsheet or database program – like Microsoft Excel or Access yet? If not, and you are reasonably comfortable using a computer, it may be a very good idea to do so. Did you know once you enter all the information from your list – or full address book – it can be used to address envelopes or actually personalize those Christmas letters – and so much more? An example is using an Excel sheet with MS Word (mail merge) to print out current lists (produce directory) to share, print mailing labels or gift tags, merge the contact information with your Christmas letter and more.

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About this e-zine
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Gregath Company, Inc. is pleased to present information that may be of help to authors and genealogists on a monthly basis in this format.

If you have decided since you requested this newsletter that you prefer not to receive mailings, please go to the following page and fill out the subscribe/unsubscribe form to be automatically dropped from the mailing list:
http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine
This set of directions is also the way to subscribe to this e-zine to get your own copy in your box monthly (if not already a subscriber).
NOTE: If trying to unsubscribe, supplying a different email address then the one you signed up with will result in multiple copies rather then being unsubscribed.

Back Issue information available through http://www.gregathcompany.com/zine or https://gregathcompany.wordpress.com

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Copyright and reprint information

Gregath Company, Inc. is happy to give permission to forward this e-zine in its entirety, INCLUDING all contact information, to any person or group. To excerpt this e-zine for any form of reproduction, you must contact us to request permission. All material is copyright by Gregath Company, Inc., as staff members are responsible for the content.

 

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