We’re excited to share with you several new videos we’ve posted to the Vervante Video Vault showcasing new features that add both fun and functionality to these popular products.
"Casebound Hardcover" Video
In this video we highlight three case bound hardcover products good for planners, journals and books with several options that make them stand out:
Linen-finish cover with gold foil embossed images
Colorful elastic straps and ribbon markers
Off-white paper with grid patterns
Faux leather cover with gold foil stamped title
Printed hardbound cover with white printed title
"Poly, Laminated and Disc-Punch" Video This video shows multiple versions of a sample planner and a new binding option we're very excited about - Metal Disc Binding.
Poly or laminated covers are a great option for a high-quality feel without the extra cost of a hardcover.
Metal Disc Binding: If you haven't seen this yet, be sure to check it out. Disc punch binding is the hottest new feature in daily planners, allowing greater ease for customizing each planner as interior pages can be easily added or removed. We're proud to be one of the first print-on-demand publishers to offer this unique option.
Laminated covers are also great for planners or workbooks, adding durability without incurring extra costs like hardcovers would.
"Hardcover Concealed Wire-O" Video
We love the options showcased in this video because you can create a high-quality case bound hardcover book, planner or journal with a traditional-look spine, but with Wire-O binding, so the pages lay flat for ease of use. Check out the video to see our newest release of an undated planner with extras that really stand out such as endsheets and dividers in full color, lay-flat inner pages, and stickers that can be used on both tabs or monthly spread pages.
Did one of these journals or planners catch your eye? You can order samples of various products here. Please check back often as we add new products to our samples collection. Please contact [email protected] if you need a quote or have questions about planners, journals or any of our other products.
If you love these ideas and want to learn more about incorporating them into your next products, email our publishing specialists at [email protected] for questions, quotes and anything else you need.
It’s that time of year again. No, we’re not talking about beaches and fun in the sun – we’re talking about the holidays! You read that right, if you’re planning on launching a new book or product for the holidays then NOW is the time to get started.
A lot of people joke about Christmas in July, but honestly, it’s the BEST time to start planning for holiday sales. You've got plenty of time to wrap up your book details, strategize marketing and sales, and give yourself a nice head-start for a stress-free experience.
First, let’s talk about understanding lead-time for products
Different products take different amounts of time for printing and production. Here are some examples of standard lead times for a variety of products we product – and why it’s important to factor lead times into your holiday sales plans:
Paperback books: 5 days
Softcover spiral bound or saddle-stitched books: 5 days
Card decks: 5-10 days
Custom printed tuck boxes for card decks: 10-12 days
Hardcover books, planners, journals: 4-6 weeks
Custom printed corrugated boxes for VIP, membership and mailing: 10-15 days
SCENARIO of a Hardcover Daily Planner Launch: If you're thinking of a Black Friday launch for a hardcover planner, for example, you would need to begin printing October 19 in order to ship orders on November 30. Let's get those products you want to launch and sell in the 4th quarter into the queue as soon as possible now, so we can minimize the stress of year-end and the holidays.
Shipping During the Holidays
Another element to factor into your holiday launch strategy is the possibility of extended shipping times – especially during this upcoming holiday season. Many shipping companies are struggling to maintain normal schedules during these uncertain times, so it’s a good idea to factor in the possibility of extended shipping times for holiday product launches.
Holiday Book Sales Timeline
AUGUST
Finalize your book manuscript and send it to an editor to make sure it’s ready to go.
Start gathering details such as print quotes, shipping timelines, etc.
Assemble your self-publishing team. Some people you might need include: Designer for the cover and interior formatting; Printer and publisher (like Vervante), Technical support for sales pages, shopping carts, etc,; a book launch expert or project manager; Launch “squad” made up of friends and colleagues who will provide early reviews and help spread the word.
SEPTEMBER
Upload print-ready files for the book and order sample copies for quality and proofreading checks.
Coordinate with Vervante for your book retail listing: Amazon, Vervante Bookstore, or your own shopping cart. Vervante can list your book for sale on Amazon and add it to the Vervante Bookstore online (free for Vervante authors).
If you sell from your own website, start working on your landing and sales pages, set up shopping cart, plan marketing strategies.
OCTOBER / NOVEMBER
Put marketing plans into action. Announce special promotions, early bird sales and specials. Attend book signings. Promote, promote, promote!
Boost your book launch by creating complementary products that will get attention and ignite interest.
Notepads have been around for awhile, but a lot of people make the mistake of thinking they're only good for phone messages and grocery lists. But custom designed notepads, like we offer here at Vervante, have endless potential to become the next “must-have” product to add to your business or life.
We can create notepads in all shapes and sizes, and in black-and-white or full color. Notepads can be glued for tear-off sheets with a cardboard back or spiral bound along the top or side. You can add a magnet to the back, use any design of your choosing, and select the size and number of pages in your notepad.
To-do lists with lined pages are a classic design, but notepads can also be used in other ways - to add value to existing programs, as gifts for favorite clients and customers, as items to include in subscription boxes, or as complementary products to accompany your books, planner, or coaching program.
If you're interested in creating your own notepads, here are a few inspirations:
Event planning checklists (weddings, graduations, work, school and playdates)
Healthy food shopping lists
Tracking workout program progress
Daily journal entries or inspirations
Car-care maintenance tips
Business networking contact lists
Help kids keep track of chores, homework, sports and school
Financial program support – learn, invest, record and keep your CPA happy
Seasonal gardening or outdoor series
Special offers for loyal / return clients and customers
Productivity tracking
Goal setting and achievement checklists
Weekly planning pages and productivity trackers
Meditations / Affirmations
Upbeat messages and images to show appreciation and support
We’re excited to introduce you to the world of notepads and hope this inspires you. If you have questions or would like to talk about creating your own notepad products, we’re here to help. Just email us at [email protected] or schedule a call to discuss and we’ll help you get started.
We’re excited to share with you several new videos we’ve posted to the Vervante Video Vault showcasing new features that add both fun and functionality to these popular products.
It’s that time of year again. No, we’re not talking about beaches and fun in the sun – we’re talking about the holidays! You read that right, if you’re planning on launching a new book or product for the holidays then NOW is the time to get started. 
Notepads have been around for awhile, but a lot of people make the mistake of thinking they're only good for phone messages and grocery lists. But custom designed notepads, like we offer here at Vervante, have endless potential to become the next “must-have” product to add to your business or life.