LaTeX Book Publishing in 2026

Transform Your Manuscript into a Professionally Published Book

Stop Fighting with Word. Start Publishing Like a Pro.

If you've ever watched your carefully crafted 300-page manuscript fall apart after inserting a single image, or spent hours manually updating cross-references, this book is for you.

LaTeX Book Publishing in 2026 is the only guide that takes you through the complete workflow from manuscript to professionally published book—including e-book creation, self-publishing platform requirements, and print-ready PDF generation.

Who This Book Is For

  • Self-publishing authors who want professional-quality books
  • Academic writers dealing with complex citations and references
  • Technical writers managing large documentation projects
  • Anyone tired of Word's limitations for book-length projects

No prior LaTeX knowledge required.

Why Choose This Book?

🚀 Complete Publishing Workflow

Unlike academic LaTeX guides, we cover the entire journey from writing to holding your printed book.

📚 The LODE Template Included

  • Handles 90% of the complexity automatically
  • Used to create hundreds of published books (100-500+ pages)
  • Supports fiction, non-fiction, textbooks, and academic works
  • Multi-language support built-in

⏱️ Save Time, Not Learn Forever

  • Documents over 100 pages? You'll save countless hours vs. Word
  • Start with zero LaTeX knowledge
  • Get your first PDF in minutes

What You'll Achieve

Part I: Getting Started

✅ Upload your first book to a self-publishing platform
✅ Order a proof copy for review

Part II: Developing Your Book

✅ Customize your book's design to professional standards
✅ Master tables, images, and complex formatting

Part III: Finalizing Your Book

✅ Polish your manuscript like a pro publisher
✅ Optimize for both print and e-book formats

Part IV: Reference

✅ Troubleshoot any issues quickly
✅ Access advanced customization options

What's New in the 2026 Edition?

📱 Expanded Platform Coverage

  • IngramSpark: Get your books into physical bookstores
  • Lulu: Complete print-on-demand setup
  • Amazon KDP: Updated 2025 specifications

🎨 Professional Typography

  • Type 1 vs. OpenType fonts explained
  • Font recommendations by genre
  • Licensing guidance included

🤖 Automation Features

  • Automatic cover generation for all major platforms
  • Dynamic margins based on page count
  • Image optimization for e-books
  • Selective compilation for faster editing

💻 Technical Improvements

  • TeX Live 2024 compatible
  • Enhanced EPUB3 support
  • Improved code highlighting with minted
  • Git/GitHub/Dropbox integration

Still Have Concerns?

"I'm not technical"
The template handles the complexity. You just fill in your content and adjust a few settings.

"I don't have time to learn LaTeX"
If your book is over 100 pages, you'll save more time than you spend learning.

"What if I get stuck?"
Free support for template questions, plus affordable customization services.

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📚 Companion Book

The Author's Magnificent Seven - Master the complete author journey from writing to marketing (Learn more)

See It In Action

This book was created using the exact template you'll receive. Every page demonstrates what your book could look like with professional typesetting.

View sample books created with the LODE template.

Your Success Matters

"I wish you every success in your venture. If you need me, I am here to help! You can do the thing."

— Clemens Lode, Author & CEO, Lode Publishing

Ready to Transform Your Publishing Process?

Stop wrestling with Word. Start creating books that look as professional as those from major publishers.

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Do you have a question about our services?

Reach out, we'd love to hear from you! Schedule a video chat or message us by e-mail or WhatsApp!
We speak English (native), German (native), and French, but our template supports all languages!

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