June 9, 2014 > Toronto Public Library’s newest offering is
Asquith Press, a book printing service that enables customers to design and
print bookstore-quality paperback books. The library is offering information
sessions and classes open to all: from authors and aspiring writers to anyone
who would like to create a book for their own personal interest. Located
on the main floor of the Toronto Reference Library in the recently opened
Digital Innovation Hub, Asquith Press is available to people of all ages and
skill levels. Novels, cookbooks, family histories, memoirs and how-to guides are
just a few examples of what can now be printed at the library.
“For the first time ever, we’re able to print books right here
at the library. We’re excited to offer this service to everyone – authors,
aspiring authors and hobbyists – and to see their books come off the press,”
said Jane Pyper, City Librarian at Toronto Public Library. “Asquith Press is
the latest in a series of innovations that we’re introducing to give Toronto
residents access to new technologies.”
With the help of workshops, print and online resources,
knowledgeable library staff and guest mentors, customers will be able to
develop, design and publish books.
There are also options to print books from the library’s digital
archive, as well as a database of more than three million book titles.
More information on Asquith Press is available, including
step-by-step instructions, printing fees and FAQ.
from: TPL
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