Save Your Books

I will be demonstrating some modern book repair techniques in APRIL at this Library Conference. Bring your questions!

I am speaking at 2026 OLA/PNLA Joint Conference See more here

Back by popular demand! January 14, 2026, 1:30 pm CST. This American Library Association (ALA) live webinar will give you information on Modern Book Mending so you can save money for your library!

Getting Started with Book Mending | ALAeLearning With budgets shrinking and communities trying harder to be eco-conscious, it is more important than ever to utilize our resources wisely. This webinar will provide learners with an introduction to three very common book construction issues that are endemic to the modern construction of books with fl...

I will be Announcing details of My new Book Repair for Book Dealers 5-part online classroom series. Tune in to Bucks on the Bookshelf tomorrow morning at 7am Pacific. This is a call in show so bring your questions! https://wdbf.fm/
Steven Eisenstein is the inimitable host!

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It is too bad that while book edges are becoming more beautiful, publishers are still mostly just gluing rather than sewing books. Just one challenge for future restoration and preservation.

Spredges effect: why books are becoming more beautiful Sprayed edges, intricate foils, gilded endpaper—the industry is seeing an increased demand for books with a decorative "aesthetic".