{"id":3793,"date":"2021-03-03T21:19:23","date_gmt":"2021-03-03T21:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.printingcenterusa.com\/blog\/?p=3793"},"modified":"2024-02-20T19:06:40","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T19:06:40","slug":"paperback-book-printing-get-started","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.printingcenterusa.com\/blog\/paperback-book-printing-get-started\/","title":{"rendered":"PAPERBACK BOOK PRINTING “GET STARTED”"},"content":{"rendered":"
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So you have written a book. Whether it\u2019s a novel, trade paperback, textbook, or photo book, it\u2019s now time to think about the perfect binding type that you want. The two most common book cover types are hardcover and paperback. Below is why you should choose to print a paperback book for your next written project.<\/p>\n\r\n <\/div>\n

What is a Paperback Book?<\/h2>\n

But first, what is a paperback book? A paperback book, also known as a softcover, perfect bound, or softback book, is a book that is bound with a thick paper or cardstock and glued together. The cover and spine are more flexible than hardcover book. In contrast, hardcover or casebound books are bound with cardboard covered with cloth, plastic, leather, or other materials. This makes the cover very sturdy and the spine ridged.<\/p>\n

Difference Between Paperback Books and Hardcover Books<\/h2>\n
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Cost<\/h3>\n

Paperback books are significantly cheaper to product, and therefore cost much less than hardcover books. Hardcover books can cost up to 5 times more than a paperback book. Paperback books, therefore, can be a much more affordable option for your customers as well, if you are planning to sell your book.<\/p>\n

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Weight<\/h3>\n

Paperback books weigh less than hardcover books, making them the preferred alternative when traveling. You can easily put a paperback book in a bag, purse, backpack, or suitcase and not give the book a second thought. If you want to bring a hardcover book with you, you are going to have to play a small game of Tetris to get it to fit in with the rest of your belongings.<\/p>\n

Functionality<\/h3>\n

Depending on how you want your readers to use your book can make one type of cover better than another. For example, if your book is going to be used a lot, like a textbook, novel, or mass market book, a paperback book is the preferred option. If you are wanting your book to be more of a statement piece, like a coffee table book or art book, a hardcover is a strong and beautiful option.<\/p>\n

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Availability<\/h3>\n

Publishing a paperback book is simply easier than publishing a hardcover book. More printers offer ways to publish paperback, and very few offer hardcover options. You can publish a larger quantity of paperback books as well to make them even more affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Printing Paperback with PrintingCenterUSA<\/h2>\n

Printing a paperback book with PrintingCenterUSA is fast, easy, and affordable!<\/p>\n

Sizes<\/h3>\n

We have a wide variety of sizes available for your book, so you are sure to find a size that works best for your project. Our most popular book size is 8.5×11. See our complete list of sizes below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Portrait<\/strong>(Bind on Long Edge)<\/strong><\/td>\nLandscape<\/strong>(Bind on Short Edge<\/strong>)<\/td>\nSquare<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • 4.25 x 11<\/li>\n
  • 5.5 x 8.5<\/li>\n
  • 6 x 9<\/li>\n
  • 8.5 x 11<\/li>\n
  • A4 (8.27 x 11.69)<\/li>\n
  • A5 (5.83 x 8.27)<\/li>\n
  • A6 (4.13 x 8.83)\"Portrait\"<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • 8.5 x 5.5<\/li>\n
  • 9 x 6<\/li>\n
  • 11 x 8.5\"Landscape\"<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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