Glossary of Book and Ephemera Terms and Abbreviations

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Keratol (brand name). an [imitation leather] fabric.

key value item. British term for [loss leader].

kicker. small sub-headline, often set in italics, used to point up a [headline].

kickleg. that part of a [standee] that keeps it standing upright; the supporting piece that extends off the back of the main piece, usually set perpendicular to the main piece.

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This glossary was written and compiled by Gwen Foss of Alan's Used Books with thanks to the many independent bookdealers of TomFolio.com.