Book Printing
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Need Design Help? Try Our FREE Online Design Tool!
- Select your Binding & Size.
- Add photos, text and more!
- When finished with your design, continue through checkout and place your order!
Place and receive your order quickly and easily
- Select your books options.
- Upload your print-ready files.
- We'll review your uploaded files.
- Approve your online proof.
- Your books will be delivered to your doorstep for you to enjoy!
If you are ready to place your order, then follow these steps.
1. Fill Out Pricing Tool
Once you are logged in to your PrintingCenterUSA account, go to your desired product page and fill out the pricing tool on the right.
Be sure to drop down the “Estimate Shipping” tab above the “Order and Upload Files” button on the pricing tool to enter your zip code and view your shipping options. The price in the estimating tool is based on zip code only. In final checkout, the full address is used and this may cause your shipping cost to change. Click “Order and Upload Files” to continue.
2. Upload Your Art Files
Upload your Print-Ready PDF. Click Continue
You can create your own Print-Ready PDF using our free booklet templates. Click here to learn more. If you designed your project on PrintingCenterUSA’s online design tool, then you can simply click “Proceed to Checkout.”
Page Count
We require that any multi-page PDF files be sent as single page images, not spreads. In the files, page 1 should be the front cover and the last page should be the back cover (see left). Learn More
Color
Save your PDF in CMYK Learn More
Resolution
PrintingCenterUSA recommends that the resolution of your images and document be 300 dpi or more. Learn More
Bleeds
Bleed is an extra 1/8” of image that extends beyond the trim area of your printed piece. The project is printed on an oversized sheet that is cut down to size with the appearance that the image is “bleeding” off the edge of the paper. Learn More
What is a book?
A book is usually an 8.5 x 11 soft cover perfect bound multi page project with a higher page count, as opposed to booklets which are usually 5.5 x 8.5 self cover saddle stitch multi page projects with a lower page count. Books can also be spiral, wire-o, or saddle stitch.
How to self-publish a book?
To self-publish a book, simply gather your content and images for your project, utilize our free online design tool or downloadable templates to layout your project, determine your desired specifications on our pricing tool, then order and upload your print-ready PDF file! Click here to learn more about self-publishing a book.
How to make a book?
To make a book, try our free online design tool or our downloadable templates to layout your pictures and content, then order and upload your print-ready PDF file. Click here to learn more about designing your book.
How to make a book cover?
To make a book cover, place your desired images and content onto your front and back cover. These pages need to be separate, not spreads. Create the design of your perfect bound spine at the dimensions provided in the spine calculator. You will save this spine separately from your print-ready PDF. If you have any questions or concerns about your cover or spine, you can leave a note at checkout and your technical service rep will address your concerns.
How can I determine the best size for my book?
The most common book sizes are 8.5 x 11 and 6 x 9, but you can choose multiple size options. Coloring books, comics, handbooks, and novels are popular choices to print.
Can I print my book in small quantities?
Yes, we offer print-on-demand and short-short quantities starting at ten books.
How long does the book printing process take from submission to delivery?
After proof approval, your book can be delivered to your doorstep in 3 to 4 business days. We also offer rush shipping and production time to meet your timeline.
What happens if there's an issue with my printed books?
If you’re dissatisfied with your purchase, we’ll correct it, reprint it, or refund your payment.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a Book Printed?
You’ll find our book prices to be among the best in the online book printing business. You can get 100 copies of an 8.5” x 11” 36 page Softcover Perfect Bound Book on 80# Gloss Cover and 100# Gloss Text, Full Color, (4/4) printed and delivered to your doorstep in 4-11 business days with our Wait & Save Printing Time option for only ($7.34 each) $733.74 or 500 copies for only ($4.30 each) $2,147.54 plus shipping and handling at PrintingCenterUSA.com. Get an instant price on our cost calculator.
• These are examples of our everyday competitive prices.
*Prices are subject to change/shipping NOT included.
Learn MoreSize/Qty | 50 | 100 | 500 | 5000 | 10000 | 20000 |
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8.5 x 11 | $7.96 each $397.93 total | $6.05 each $605.11 total | $4.04 each $2,018.52 total | $2.09 each $10,429.89 total | $1.84 each $18,356.29 total | $1.73 each $34,641.55 total |
5.5 x 8.5 | $5.30 each $264.84 total | $3.85 each $384.89 total | $2.38 each $1,189.17 total | $1.34 each $6,696.63 total | $1.26 each $12,590.89 total | $1.14 each $22,817.55 total |
6 x 9 | $5.72 each $286.16 total | $4.15 each $415.30 total | $2.82 each $1,408.57 total | $1.76 each $8,813.37 total | $1.53 each $15,333.59 total | $1.47 each $29,460.92 total |
How to Print a Book in 7 Easy and & Affordable Steps
- Gather all of the content and images for your book printing project.
- Place and format your content and images into an Adobe Suite Program (InDesign or Illustrator) OR: Use our free online photo book maker and free downloadable templates create your book.
- Enter your Binding, Size, Quantity, # of Pages, Ink, Paper, In-Hand Delivery Date and get an Instant Quote
- Upload your print-ready PDF or proceed to checkout through the online designer.
- We will then run your files through our 43-point checklist and send you a PDF proof for you to approve or reject.
- When approved, we will schedule and print your booklets.
- Your books will be delivered to your doorstep as promised for you to enjoy and distribute.
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Leading Book Printers: Why Choose PrintingCenterUSA?
Breathe life into your story with stunning art books, photography books, children's books, yearbooks, trendy lookbooks, and more.
PrintingCenterUSA is more than just another company that provides book printing online.
We offer top-tier short-run or bulk book printing services that prioritize your vision, quality, and convenience. Satisfaction guaranteed!
Here’s why w’re the superior book printing service:
- Efficiency and Speed: We pride ourselves on our quick turnaround via our “on time, every time” philosophy, making sure you get your books when you need them.
- Solutions-Oriented Mindset: Our dedicated customer service team is always on hand to guide you, answer questions, and ensure your book publishing journey is smooth. To us, you’re not just a paying customer. We’re here to meet your high-quality book printing expectations while providing you with the most satisfactory customer and shipping experience possible.
- High-Quality Production: Every page and book cover is of the highest quality. From cover to cover, from paper quality to ink, we don’t skimp on your project.
- Diverse Printing Options: From vibrant color printing to rich black and white, we cater to all your design desires.
Fast, Easy, & Affordable
Get started now! Upload your design files created in an Adobe Suite program, such as InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop
Need Design Help?
We offer a free online photo book design tool for your saddle stitched and perfect bound books, as well as a photo calendar design tool with different options. Other resources include multiple free templates, grids and layout guidelines to help you get started.
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