Writing
This template for Google Docs aligns closely to the paragraph styles defined in our eBook InDesign templates, and gives some guidance around how to structure your document. Once 100% completed, the Doc can be used to create a new PDF using our design language.
Design
Design templates and assets live in the Brand Studio's shared Google Drive so that outside vendors have access, too. Contact Brand Studio to view the guidelines to get a better understanding on useage, links, fonts, exporting, accessibility, and a how-to.
Interior pages
Cover page showing title headings, subheadings and author; in addition, a page showing contents and legalese.
Interior pages showing headings, introduction and regular paragraphs, pull-out information and footnotes.
Interior pages showcasing page titles and images with captions, in addition to tables and various heading sizes.
Multi-pagers
A basic two-page eBook with plenty of formatting options. This can be used for a minimum of two pages right through to 3-5 pages.
One-pagers
Example of content that fits one page. Use two columns if more space for text is needed.
Use
You must adhere to the template when making eBooks.
Do stick to the guidelines and templates provided by the GitHub Brand Studio team.
Do ensure all colors are accessible.
Do tag your PDF properly for accessibility.
Don't use stock photography.
Don't insert icons, illustrations or octocats as space-fillers.
Don't overload the layout. White space is your friend.