Basics of Book Design

Important  basics of book design

I recently received a request for printing information from a reader who asked: I am getting ready to print my memoirs. I’m using Word and trying to figure out what typeface and type size to use. Also, what are the best margins to use? Are there any sources which might provide suggestions?

Here is what I wrote back in response to the basics of book design:

You must provide enough information in your note for me to reply to you with any precision about basic...