Paperback Book Printing

Have you written a book? Give your masterpiece the treatment it deserves by having it professionally bound and printed. Digital publishing can not match the power of a physical book. Use our printing services to print your novel, your family history, your collection of recipes or your companys history. The possibilities are endless, and we can help make them all a reality. We print paperback books of any size. We can add binding, a glossy cover and other customizations.

Graphic Design Service

Writing is a big job, but it is only part of what goes into a successful book. With our help, you can become a published author in just a few days. If you want your book to stand out, get help from our graphic artists. They will create the layout and images that give your book a fresh, readable design. With our affordable, all-in-one design and printing services, we help you look your best.

Available Paperback Book Paper or Stock

60 lb Offset

Available Paperback Book Cover Paper or Stock

100 lb Gloss Cover

Available Cover Coatings:

(Not available on all cover paper or stock)
High Gloss UV
High Gloss UV on ONE SIDE
Gloss Aqueous

Options Available for Paperback Books

Binding
Digital Proof
Shrink Wrapping

We do tons of paperback book printing, and we have streamlined the process to make it as easy as possible. Just download the paperback book template for the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.

Paperback Book Specifications

If you are doing a custom size or do not see a template in the application you are using, please be sure to use the following specifications to design your paperback book.

How to Save Your Files for Booklets

To ensure the best print results for booklet products, follow these file setup guidelines when preparing your artwork:

File Setup Checklist

Resolution: 300 dpi
Bleed: 1/8 inch (.125 inch) on all sides
Color Mode: CMYK
File Format: PDF (Press Quality with fonts embedded or outlined)

Important Notes

• Submit files as single pages in reading order (Page 1, Page 2, Page 3, etc.)
• Do not submit printer spreads unless specifically requested
• If using InDesign facing pages, export as "Pages" not "Spreads"
• Extend background artwork .125 inch past trim on all sides
• Keep important text at least .25 inch inside the trim edge

How to Export a Press-Quality PDF

InDesign

File > Export
Choose Adobe PDF (Print)
Select preset: Press Quality
Under General: Select "Pages" (not "Spreads")
Under Marks and Bleeds: Check Use Document Bleed Settings (.125 inch)
Click Export

Illustrator / Photoshop

File > Save As or Export
Choose Adobe PDF
Select Press Quality preset
Confirm bleed is set to .125 inch
Click Save

Why This Matters

Booklets must be imposed correctly for folding and binding. Providing pages in reading order allows us to prepare the layout properly and prevents pagination errors. Call 877-613-1913 if you need help setting it up.

Paperback Book Template Download

Using our paperback book template is simple. Just download the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.