Harper Collins will deploy a newly-commissioned font, Harper Arc, that “was designed to improve readability” while saving space: It “will reduce the amount of paper used per title by up to 20 percent.” Starting in July, they will use the font on select non-English titles published by Harper divisions in Europe and South America. The company is also exploring using the font more broadly, including English-language titles. CEO international foreign language and chief digital officer Chantal Restivo-Alessi says in the announcement, “It promises to deliver on two important initiatives at HarperCollins: improving readability and sustainability. Translations in Europe can be […]
