Printing Options
Our publishing process starts with quality printing.
Once ordered, your book will be printed on-demand using the latest digital printing technology available. Your book’s interior will be produced in full-color or black and white, depending upon the option you have selected. All book covers are printed in full-color on cover stock and finished with a protective laminate-coating.
What you can expect:
- Covers are printed on 10pt stock in full-color and laminated for durability.
- Our books are library-quality.
- Professional trade paperback binding ensures a book to be proud of.
- Books are printed to meet demand, so you benefit from inventory freedom.
Black and White Books
- 60# White or 60# Cream Paper
- Full-color laminated covers, Matte or Glossy finish
- 12 industry-standard trim sizes
- 2 custom trim sizes or choose your own size
Full-Color Books
- Four-color printing process
- 60# White Paper
- Full-color laminated covers, Matte or Glossy finish
- 7 industry-standard trim sizes
- 10 custom trim sizes or choose your own size
Choose a Trim Size
You can select from a variety of standard and custom trim sizes, but you’ll need to select one of the industry-standard sizes below to be eligible to sell your book through Expanded Distribution channels.
Important: Books with cream paper must be one of the following trim sizes: 5″ x 8″, 5.25″ x 8″, 5.5″ x 8.5″, or 6″ x 9″ in order to enroll in Expanded Distribution.
Black & White Books
| Trim Size | White Paper Page Count | Cream Paper Page Count | Industry Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 inches | |||
| 12.7 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 5.06 x 7.81 inches | |||
| 12.9 x 19.8 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 5.25 x 8 inches | |||
| 13.335 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 5.5 x 8.5 inches | |||
| 13.97 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 6 x 9 inches | |||
| 15.24 x 22.86 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 6.14 x 9.21 inches | |||
| 15.6 x 23.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 6.69 x 9.61 inches | |||
| 17 x 24.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 7 x 10 inches | |||
| 17.78 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 7.44 x 9.69 inches | |||
| 18.9 x 24.6 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 7.5 x 9.25 inches | |||
| 19.1 x 23.5 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | ● |
| 8 x 10 inches | |||
| 20.32 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 440 | 24 - 400 | ● |
| 8.25 x 6 inches | |||
| 20.955 x 15.24 centimeters | 24 - 220 | 24 - 200 | |
| 8.25 x 8.25 inches | |||
| 20.955 x 20.955 centimeters | 24 - 220 | 24 - 200 | |
| 8.5 x 8.5 inches | |||
| 21.59 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 630 | 24 - 570 | |
| 8.5 x 11 inches | |||
| 21.59 x 27.94 centimeters | 24 - 630 | 24 - 570 | ● |
Full Color Books
| Trim Size | White Paper Page Count | Industry Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 inches | ||
| 12.7 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 5.06 x 7.81 inches | ||
| 12.9 x 19.8 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 5.25 x 8 inches | ||
| 13.335 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 5.5 x 8.5 inches | ||
| 13.97 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 828 | X |
| 6 x 9 inches | ||
| 15.24 x 22.86 centimeters | 24 - 828 | X |
| 6.14 x 9.21 inches | ||
| 15.6 x 23.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | X |
| 6.69 x 9.61 inches | ||
| 17 x 24.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 7 x 10 inches | ||
| 17.78 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | X |
| 7.44 x 9.69 inches | ||
| 18.9 x 24.6 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 7.5 x 9.25 inches | ||
| 19.1 x 23.5 centimeters | 24 - 828 | |
| 8 x 10 inches | ||
| 20.32 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 440 | X |
| 8.25 x 6 inches | ||
| 20.955 x 15.24 centimeters | 24 - 220 | |
| 8.25 x 8.25 inches | ||
| 20.955 x 20.955 centimeters | 24 - 220 | |
| 8.5 x 8.5 inches | ||
| 21.59 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 630 | X |
| 8.5 x 11 inches | ||
| 21.59 x 27.94 centimeters | 24 - 630 | X |