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Bardoly

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #90 on: July 03, 2013, 06:13:27 PM »
Paul,

check out makemynewspaper.com.  They can do cost-effective short print runs.

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #91 on: July 04, 2013, 06:21:02 AM »
Paul,

check out makemynewspaper.com.  They can do cost-effective short print runs.


They're geared up for newspaper style printing only (tabloid size on poor quality newpaper and don't offer stitching or bleeds) so that wouldn't really be any good. I'm at least aiming for decent, heavy silk paper to acheive a certain level of quality and sturdiness.
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #92 on: July 07, 2013, 08:06:59 PM »
Paul,

check out makemynewspaper.com.  They can do cost-effective short print runs.


They're geared up for newspaper style printing only (tabloid size on poor quality newpaper and don't offer stitching or bleeds) so that wouldn't really be any good. I'm at least aiming for decent, heavy silk paper to acheive a certain level of quality and sturdiness.


Ah, my bad.  I know someone who works on their website for them, and he indicated that they could do the type of work that you're looking for.  Did you actually contact them?

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #93 on: July 08, 2013, 07:14:38 AM »
Paul,

check out makemynewspaper.com.  They can do cost-effective short print runs.


They're geared up for newspaper style printing only (tabloid size on poor quality newpaper and don't offer stitching or bleeds) so that wouldn't really be any good. I'm at least aiming for decent, heavy silk paper to acheive a certain level of quality and sturdiness.


Ah, my bad.  I know someone who works on their website for them, and he indicated that they could do the type of work that you're looking for.  Did you actually contact them?


No, but there are too many hurdles including the fact that they're in America and I'm in the UK. I can get my printing pretty much at cost price so I don't think anyone stands a chance of matching it, particularly when I can have complete control over the printing with no extra postage (of samples or proofs) that forces up the price. The only way I could get the per unit price cheaper is to have a load printed in bulk, and there just isn't enough demand for that.
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #94 on: November 06, 2013, 01:38:54 AM »
Status update on this project: I've abandoned the 'binder' idea. Current plans are to make a 104 page book (A5 size), which will be wire-bound with an acetate sheet front and rear to add durability. I think this is the best way to do it and keeps costs at a minimum. All that's left to do is the contents/copyrights pages, and fill 4 pages at the back with something. Considering the guide to reading Japanese game names for the 2 final pages.

Before Christmas? Erm, maybe, depends how quick I can sort out these last few bits.
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #95 on: November 06, 2013, 02:51:16 AM »
Before Christmas? Erm, maybe
Sounds great   :dance:

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #96 on: November 06, 2013, 04:28:03 AM »
Too cool!

This will be an awesome addition.

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #97 on: November 06, 2013, 04:51:25 AM »
Learn Japanese section is written. Two pages to fill now...
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #98 on: November 06, 2013, 05:16:15 AM »

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #99 on: November 06, 2013, 06:49:15 AM »

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #100 on: November 06, 2013, 08:23:50 AM »
I will purchase this so damn hard!!

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #101 on: November 06, 2013, 09:05:50 AM »
As long as it's more than just a reprint of the online mags, I will most likely buy this. Either way, I can't wait to see the final result!
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #102 on: November 06, 2013, 11:43:17 AM »
I will purchase this so damn hard!!

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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #103 on: November 08, 2013, 09:29:05 PM »
As long as it's more than just a reprint of the online mags, I will most likely buy this. Either way, I can't wait to see the final result!

It's 95% the same content as the mags, all reformatted and redesigned with some minor alterations. There will also be a couple of exclusive reviews and other bits.
If this is successful enough, I intend to produce a 100% original volume 2 (as I just can't keep up with the regular issues any more, it's easier to write stuff over time and release it in bulk).
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Re: Would you buy a printed version of PC Engine Gamer...
« Reply #104 on: November 09, 2013, 07:21:01 AM »
Dude, so I get to see all those sweet telnet scenes printed?