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Book Formats

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advance copy
Noun

a pre-publication copy of a book that is distributed to reviewers, booksellers, librarians, and other industry professionals for the purpose of generating buzz and promoting the book before its official release date

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au
dio
book
Noun

a recording of a book or other work being read aloud, which can be listened to by people through various devices

She listens to an audiobook during her daily commute.

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blook
Noun

a book that originated from a blog or online writing platform, often consisting of a collection of posts or articles that have been edited, revised, and compiled into book form

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board book
Noun

a type of children's book made of thick cardboard pages to withstand rough handling and easy for small hands to grasp

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book series
Noun

a sequence of books having the same title, characters, or authors, typically marketed towards children and young adults

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book-and-record set
Noun

a type of children's entertainment product consisting of a picture book and an accompanying vinyl record or audio cassette

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booklet
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book
let
Noun

a small book consisting of a few sheets, typically of paper or card, stapled or bound together, often containing information on a specific subject

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boxed set
Noun

a collection of books or other items that are presented together in a box, typically sold as a single unit

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braille book
Noun

a book that has been transcribed into the braille writing system, typically used by blind or visually impaired readers who can feel the raised dots to interpret the text

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catalogue raisonne
Noun

a comprehensive and annotated listing of all the known artworks by an artist, often including information such as their descriptions, locations, provenance, and critical commentary

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chapter book
Noun

a book intended for children that is organized into chapters and typically has a higher word count and more complex themes than a picture book or early reader

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codex
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co
dex
Noun

an ancient book, written by hand, especially of scriptures, classics, etc.

The museum's prized exhibit is an illuminated codex from the medieval period, featuring intricately detailed illustrations and calligraphy.

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coffee table book
Noun

a large, often luxurious book meant to be displayed on a coffee table or similar surface and typically featuring photographs, art, or other visual content on a particular subject

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comic book
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comic book
Noun

a book that tells a story with a series of pictures and words, often featuring superheroes or adventure

She loves reading her comic book every evening.

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commonplace book
Noun

a personal journal used to collect and organize knowledge, ideas, and other information

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confession album
Noun

a type of autograph book where friends and acquaintances write personal confessions or messages to the owner

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journal
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journal
Noun

a written record of daily events, experiences, etc. that is kept for personal use

She writes in her journal every night before bed.

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dream diary
Noun

a book used to record dreams and their content for analysis or reflection

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e-book
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e
book
Noun

a book that is published or converted to a digital format

She prefers reading e-books because they are easy to carry around.

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exhibition catalogue
Noun

a publication that provides information about an art exhibition, often including images of the artworks on display and essays by curators and art historians

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festival book
Noun

a type of book published to commemorate or document a special event or festival

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first edition
Noun

the first printing of a book, typically printed in limited quantities and often considered the most desirable edition for collectors

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flip book
Noun

a book with a series of pictures that create an illusion of movement when pages are rapidly flipped

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hardcover
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hard
co
ver
Noun

a book with a cover made from stiff material such as cardboard, leather, etc.

He opted for the hardcover, knowing it would withstand the wear and tear of frequent readings.

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illuminated manuscript
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illuminated manuscript
Noun

a manuscript in which the text is supplemented with decorations, such as initials, borders, and miniature illustrations

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in
cu
na
ble
Noun

a book that was printed before 1501, during the earliest period of European printing

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instant book
Noun

a book that is written, edited, and published within a short period, often in response to current events or popular trends

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interactive book
Noun

a type of book that involves the reader in the story or information presented by requiring active participation, such as making choices, solving puzzles, or manipulating objects

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large
print
Noun

a book that has been printed in a larger font size than standard books, designed to help people with visual impairments or difficulty reading small text

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limited edition
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limited edition
Noun

an issue of a book, print, collectible, etc. that is produced in limited numbers or just once

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magazine
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ma
ga
zine
Noun

a colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly

I often read parenting magazines to get advice on raising my children.

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mass-market paperback
Noun

a small-sized paperback book that is sold in large quantities in many different retail outlets

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mid
list
Noun

titles that are not bestsellers but are still popular enough to warrant publication and distribution

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miniature book
Noun

a very small book, often no larger than 3 inches in height and width

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miscellany
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misc
e
lla
ny
Noun

an assortment of short literary works, such as poems, essays, ballads, and stories, compiled into a single volume

The publisher released a miscellany of 19th-century romantic poetry.

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monograph
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mo
no
graph
Noun

a detailed written account of a particular subject, usually in the format of a short book

Libraries often house monographs that delve deep into niche subjects, providing invaluable resources for researchers.

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networked book
Noun

an electronic book that allows readers to participate in the creation and evolution of the book's content

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online book
Noun

a digital book that can be accessed through the Internet or downloaded onto a device

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o
ri
hon
Noun

a traditional Japanese book made using a bookbinding technique where a long piece of paper or silk is folded in an accordion-like manner

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out
of
print
Adjective

no longer being published and is no longer available for purchase from the publisher or booksellers

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paperback
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pa
per
back
Noun

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

She preferred the paperback because it was lightweight and easy to carry during her travels.

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pho
to
book
Noun

a type of book that contains photographs or photo illustrations, usually accompanied by text

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picture book
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picture book
Noun

a book with illustrations that tell a story and are designed for young children

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pop-up book
Noun

a three-dimensional book that has movable parts and pop-up illustrations that rise off the page when opened

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remaindered book
Noun

a book that is no longer selling well and is being sold at a greatly reduced price by the publisher

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scrapbook
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scrap
book
Noun

a book containing photographs, clippings, artwork, and other personal mementos arranged in a creative way to preserve memories or tell a story

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scroll
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scroll
Verb

to move what is being displayed on a computer or smartphone screen up or down to see different parts of it

He scrolled down the webpage to read the full article.

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chan
so
nnier
Noun

a type of medieval manuscript that contains a collection of secular songs or chansons

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tan
ko
bon
Noun

a book that collects multiple chapters or volumes of a manga series into a single volume

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textbook
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text
book
Noun

a book used for the study of a particular subject, especially in schools and colleges

The textbook for the biology course is quite comprehensive.

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tie-in
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tie
in
Noun

a fastener that serves to join or connect

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trade paperback
Noun

a book released in a softcover edition after the hardcover edition has been published, often sold in bookstores and to a general audience

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used book
Noun

a book that has been owned and read by someone else before being sold or given away to another person

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volume
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vo
lume
Noun

the amount of space that a substance or object takes or the amount of space inside an object

The volume of water in the glass was 250 milliliters.

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manuscript
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man
usc
ript
Noun

a handwritten or typed document that has not yet been published or printed, often used to refer to an author's draft of a book or other literary work

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