I have a question for the list. I'm about to have a number of copies of my family history published, some to donate to local libraries and genealogical societies and a couple to sell to family and friends. I would like to hear (write me privately if it's not appropriate for the list) what your thoughts are between coil binding and hardcover, and what you prefer as fellow genealogists. Do any of you have other thoughts for me to consider? Here are a few of my thoughts. Coil -- the book lies flat and stays where you open it. Hard -- the book never truly lies flat and the pages flip if you don't weigh them down. Hard -- has name on the side for easy searching on the shelves. Coil -- just black plastic staring at you from the shelves. Coil -- can make copies without worrying about breaking the spine. Hard -- can make copies, but side of copy may curve due to not being able to lie flat. Hard -- will last longer and has a good sturdy cover to protect it. Coil -- cheaper, so you can buy two at the price of one, so if it doesn't last as long... I see benefits both ways. Any suggestions? You're the folks that are going to be using this book. ;-) Thanks, Linda Tope Trent [email protected]