Mason C wrote:
I am also the writer. My creation of a book with many illustrations and other
design features is greatly aided by having a running model. This I do by folding
the two-page sheets. It is very easy to assemble the model -- no cutting or
pasting. The cover likewise, on glossy paper. If I add glue to the edge the
result is very much a book. The model in hand is a great aid to designing
and the growing book is very motivating.

You might find this account of someone similarly making a book by hand
interesting:
http://cheapimpostor.com/dayinlife/index.html

By the way--your original problem is described in great detail he
http://blogs.3sharp.com/Blog/dougv/a...2/03/2675.aspx