Short-run printing is typically ready for pick up in 8-10 working days after proof confirmation. Large orders (general orders over 500 units) take 10-12 business days after proof confirmation.

The price of book printing depends on the number of books, trim size, number of pages, whether cover and interior pages are in color or black and white, the type of binding, and shipping location. For print runs under 750 units please see our online price calculator.

Due to the nature of our custom printed products they are non-resalable, therefore we are unable to accept returns. E-Proofs are provided free of charge when you place your order. If there are proven errors created from our end we will reprint the job to your satisfaction.

The minimum quantity is 25 pcs.

Because of the complexity of our pricing system, it is impossible to calculate the cost of books over the phone. Quote requests must be submitted to our online quote request link, and we generally get back to you within 24 hours.

For all digitally printed books, due to limitations of the pre-press process, all 5.5″w x 8.5″h, 6″w x 9″h, 8.5″w x 11″h, and 9″w x 12″h books will be 1mm to 3mm smaller after binding and trimming compared to the original artwork. If this is a concern, please contact us for consultation before production begins.

It is vital to proofread your manuscript to make certain that grammar, spelling, artwork, and all other aspects of your document are perfect – just as you wish to see them in the final printed version. We do our best to catch or avoid obvious errors, but it is up to you to ensure that the material that you provide to us matches your vision. We strongly suggest that you make certain that you follow our file specifications document. By paying close attention to the vocabulary, titles, graphics, and dimensions, you will aid in ensuring a successful result.

Wire-o Binding is a popular method for joining the pages and cover of a bound document. Wire-o binding offers many of the same benefits as spiral coil binding but is more sophisticated in appearance. It also can accommodate pages and inserts of varying thicknesses, including dividers or index tabs made from heavy cardstock.

The benefits of wire-o binding

1) The pages can be opened a full 360 degrees. A Wire-o bound book can fold all the way back upon itself and yet still remain flat, so it provides for easy reference while taking up minimal room on a desk or table. This makes wire-o binding an excellent choice for reports, directories, cookbooks, music books, instructional books, travel guides, and maintenance manuals.

2) The pages turn easily and stay put. When opened, the pages of a wire-o bound book rotate around the wire loops with very little resistance. So, unlike a perfect bound or saddle-stitched book, the pages of a wire-o bound book have no spinal tension in them.

3) Wire-o binding can accommodate low page counts or high page counts. Wire-o loops come in a variety of sizes to accommodate books of varying thicknesses. The more pages the book has, the larger the wiring device and loop diameter must be for proper function and aesthetics. In addition to the natural metal color of silver, wire-o binding is also available in certain painted colors.

4) Wire-o binding works well with index tabs. Because the wire-o binding method allows pages to turn freely and stay put without the need to manually hold them open, it is often the best choice for bound projects that require tabbed page dividers. Dividers with printed tabs are the perfect complement to any referenced document – such as a report, presentations, training manuals, and directory.

Perfect binding is the type of binding found on most softcover books on book store shelves. The pages and cover are glued together at the spine and the other three sides are then trimmed so that you end up with perfect edges. It has a very professional appearance and is relatively inexpensive to produce however it does not allow pages to lay flat. The square spinal edge allows the book’s title and related information to be printed on the spine providing highly visible branding of the document.

Saddle stitching refers to a standard bookbinding method in which folded sheets are grouped together with one inside the other and then stapled through the fold line with wire staples. The staples pass through the folded crease from the outside and are settled between the centermost pages. Two staples are commonly used but larger books may require more staples along the spine.

By its nature, saddle stitching requires the book’s page count to be in multiples of four. Keep this in mind when preparing your book layout to avoid any unplanned blank pages. The saddle stitching bindery operation occurs after the pages and cover have been printed, partially folded, and settled together. After being joined by staples, the cover and pages of the book are folded tighter together. Some thicker saddle-stitched books are trimmed along the edge opposite the spine to keep the pages uniform and neat in appearance. Saddle stitch is most commonly used in:

• Programs
• Wall calendars
• Booklets
• Newsletters
• Pamphlets
• Direct mailers
• Comic books
• Thinner magazines
• Catalogs

The saddle stitch method is most effective for binding booklets and publications with approximately 64 pages or less. Books with more pages may not fold properly and may not lay as flat as desired when saddle stitched. Also, when laying out your book it is important to follow our file specifications for margins and text safety.