Kelly, I do just what you're describing, but as Mike said, it's really a matter of personal preference. Happy scanning! Paula ----- Original Message ----- From: Kelly Carlson To: bksvol-discuss@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2005 11:09 AM Subject: [bksvol-discuss] scanning question Hi everyone, I have a new question, but I'm a bit worryed that it might be one of those "sencitive topics". So, I'm apoligizing now for it, if it is one. I'm going to start scanning a book and it's title page is not page after the cover. Can I scan the front cover and back cover before going into the book? I know I validated a book like that, so I'm asking. :) The covers are in rough shape so I'm not totally shure how they'll scan, but I'm want to try. :) Kelly C