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Rated #1 for best quality magazine printing and mailing services with cheap prices. Print and self-publish travel, business, real estate, healthcare, fine art, lifestyle, or fashion magazines in vibrant full color on 70#, 80#, 100# premium gloss, matte or uncoated paper. These professional-quality perfect bound or saddle stitched magazines are ready to be mailed or delivered to your doorstep as fast as 3 to 4 days from proof approval.
We accept your print ready PDF files or offer our easy to use photo magazine maker and free downloadable templates.
How to Order
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.”
If you place your order without uploading your files and need to upload your files later, you can do so by logging into your PrintingCenterUSA account. Navigate to the orders section, select the order number, then click “Upload File(s)” on the left or the “CLICK HERE” button within the “What’s Next?” area.

3. Review Your Shopping Cart & Proceed to Checkout
Review your cart. This is the first place you have the opportunity to double check your product specifications, so review closely. If you have notes on your order, leave them in the “Job Notes/Comments” section. From here you can either continue shopping to add more products, or proceed to checkout.

4. Select Your Shipping Address
Select your shipping address. Save & Continue. If you do not see your address, click “+Add New Shipping Address.” Fill out your information, then click Save & Continue.
5. Review Your Order
Review your order specifications again and confirm your shipping type. Save & Continue.
If you notice order specifications that need to be changed, click “Edit Product Options” underneath the listed specs to adjust your order. Any changes made to your order specifications will affect your order total. Click “Save” to continue.
Note: If you change your shipping type from your original estimate on the pricing tool in Step 1, then your price will change. Also, 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.

6. Select Payment Type & Place Order
Select your payment option. Click Place Order.” This will prompt a small payment window to open where you will securely enter your information.
Click “Place Order” to finish with the ordering process.

If you are ordering using Paypal, you will immediately be redirected to login and process the payment through Paypal. Once payment is complete, click Place Order”
Once your order has been placed, you will receive a confirmation email with your order specifications, an estimated in-hand date, and the name of your assigned Customer Service Representative. If you requested an Electronic - PDF proof, you will receive it within 24 hours of placing your order. If you ordered a Hard Copy Proof, your proof will be shipped within 24 hours of placing your order (arrival date depends on your selected shipping date). Your project will not begin production until after proof approval. Delaying proof approval will also delay your in-hand date.

Saddle stitch is basically single sheets of paper, printed on both sides, collated in page number order, folded in half, then stapled through the fold with staples made of thin wire securing the sheets together and then trim the 3 sides to the desired finished size...

Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.
Softcover vs Self-Cover


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Perfect binding booklet printing is single sheets (text weight) paper printed on both sides and collated in page number order, one on top of the other, and gathered into a book block. The spine edge is ground off. The softcover (a thicker cardstock) is placed over and around the book block (interior pages) and attached by the application of a strong yet flexible PUR glue along the binding edge, creating a professional looking square spine that can be printed on.
Our Most Popular Paper Options are

Coating Options
Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.
Softcover
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Spiral Binding is more durable than wire-o binding but does not have the professional look of a wire-o bound book. A spiral bound book uses a durable plastic coil which makes it an ideal option for spiral book binding that needs to lie flat and can fold or wrap back around themselves (360 degree) and are continually being referred to. The plastic coil allows for frequent use that does not damage the book binding coil. Spiral bound book printing is great for instruction and repair manuals, cookbooks, directories, handbooks, guides, and other reference materials. Spiral binding is excellent for wall calendars and planners can hang flat against the wall.
Our Most Popular Paper Options are

Coating Options
Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.
Softcover
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Wire-O binding is for a more formal use and offers a more professional look than a spiral bound book. A wire-o bound book uses a metal wire. Unlike a perfect bound or saddle-stitched book, the open wire-o bound book will lie flat (180 degrees) for easy reference or they can fold or wrap back around themselves (360 degree) making it easier to handle and lays flat for easy reading while taking up minimal room on a desk or table.
Wire-o binding is an excellent style of binding commonly used for businesses to create professional-looking lay flat documents such as business reports, documents, calendars and other book types. Wire-o binding calendars are one of our most popular products. The pages flip easily and hang flat against the wall. Wall calendars are great for non-profit fundraising programs, promoting business and photography.
Our Most Popular Paper Options are

Coating Options
Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.
Softcover
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Most Popular Booklet Types
The easiest way to get an idea for magazine layout design is to look at as many examples as possible! Scroll through some of our popular printed publication types below to get an idea for different industries that benefit from creating a publication.

Travel Magazines
Find your next destination or read about the travel adventures of others with travel magazines you’ll want to hold on to.

Healthcare Magazines
From the latest medical breakthroughs to how to afford the best healthcare for your family, healthcare magazines have the trusted advice you’ve been looking for.

Real Estate Magazines
If you’re looking for real estate advice or want to know the latest market trends, then real estate magazines should be your go-to!

Fine Art Magazines
Want to know who’s up and coming in the fine art world or just looking for new styles and techniques? Fine art magazines feature the creativity you crave.

Wedding Magazines
Plan the wedding of your dreams with wedding advice from pros, learn about who to hire, and of course find the perfect dress and venue with wedding magazines!

Lifestyle Magazines
Whether you’re into guns, travel, cross-stitch, animals, adventure, and more - there’s a lifestyle magazine for every hobby and way of life.

Business Magazines
You’re in business and the financial industry, so stock up on business magazines and financial magazines that will keep you in the loop

Literary Magazine
Whether it’s college literature or high school journalism, there’s a literary magazine for everyone and every type of writing style.
More Ideas & Examples
Magazine printing is a unique way to both establish a brand as an industry thought leader and also to promote products and services. By combining informational and promotional content into one magazine publication with user-friendly page layouts, entrepreneurs can reach consumers in a fun and engaging way. The most important element of a successful magazine is the cover, as it is the first thing potential readers will see and will help determine whether or not they read the publication.
Magazine Printing & Mailing Services
Our in house direct mailing services are easy and affordable for fast magazine distribution. Just send us your mailing list and we’ll take it from there. To order printing and mailing services online, just select yes, for mailing in the online quote system and upload your list in the check-out process. All mailing lists are de-duped, CASS and NCOA Certified.
Magazines are usually a Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly or Annual Publication
Magazines contain articles, stories, pictures, graphics, features of interest and advertisements. They used to educate and inform on important subjects and can be a descriptive and visual information source and used as reference material. They are also affordable, convenient to read, tend to get shared with friends (increasing exposure to your brand) and saved for reference later.

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
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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
How to make a magazine?
To make a magazine, you can utilize our free downloadable magazine templates. We offer blank, predesigned layout, and mailing templates for the programs InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Or try our free online photo magazine maker !
How to publish a magazine?
You don’t need to have a big publishing company in order to publish your magazine. To publish a magazine, you just need to prepare your content and layout, pick out your order specifications on our pricing tool, then order and upload files! We will ship your magazines directly to you or we can even mail them directly to your customers.
What is the best paper for magazine printing?
The best paper for magazine printing depends on your budget, preferences, and distribution method. We recommend an 80# cover paper for the cover and 80# text for the inside pages. However, if weight becomes a concern with mailing, 70# uncoated is also a very popular option!
Which software is used for making magazines?
We recommend using Adobe InDesign to design and layout your magazine for print. Click here for a tutorial on creating a print-ready file in InDesign!
If you don’t have the expertise or software to use InDesign, then our online photo magazine maker is an easy-to-use alternative.
Saddle Stitch Printing

Saddle stitched books are, simply put, folded, and stapled together. Saddle stitch is basically single sheets of paper, printed on both sides, collated in page number order, folded in half, then stapled through the fold with staples made of thin wire securing the sheets together and then trim the 3 sides to the desired, finished size. Because of the way a booklet is produced, you can’t have a random number of pages. It has to be a multiple of 4. Products can be saddle stitched along the left edge or top edge, depending on how the project is planned out. Softcover and self-cover are available. Does not have a flat or square spine. They can lay flat and stay open when you are flipping through the pages, which makes it easier to read.
This is most commonly used for picture books, portfolio books, and coloring books.
Page Count
With the saddle stitch method, the pages of the booklet are printed on large sheets of paper and then folded in half, which is why you must have a page count that is evenly divisible by 4. Each sheet of paper will contain 4 of the booklet’s pages.
For example, if you are printing an 8.5” x 11” saddle stitch book, it’s pages and cover would be made from 11” x 17” sheets that are folded in half to the size of 8.5” x 11.”

We can print saddle stitch orders that are 8 - 96 pages. In other words, your document (counting the front and back cover) should be one of the following page counts:
8 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 28 | 32 | 36 40 | 44 | 48 | 52 | 56 | 60 | 64 | 68 | 72 | 76 | 80 | 84 | 88 | 92
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Creep
When saddle stitching, there is a term called “page creep,” which refers to the inner-most pages being pushed out further than the pages closer to the outside of the booklet. This is most noticeable when there is a large number of pages or thicker paper. Generally, booklets under 40 pages total will not require adjustments for creep.
Diagram A below shows how the pages stick out (creep) from the book and Diagram B shows how the pages are trimmed after being stitched. PrintingCenterUSA makes every effort to adjust for creep when necessary.

Available Sizes

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Inside Paper Options

100# Gloss Text (5pt) This shiny and lustrous coated sheet is excellent for full color printing making photographs stand out and look rich and beautiful. It is about 25% thicker and heavier than 80# text, giving a more upscale, sharp and appealing look with a higher end feel. This premium paper features high opacity for two-sided printing that will have minimal show through the opposite side. *Recommended*
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100# Gloss Cover Cardstock (9 pt) For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# gloss cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# gloss cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish. *Recommended*
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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Softcover
A SOFTCOVER BOOK is like a paperback novel, catalog, or magazine. The soft covers are printed on a more durable heavier weight cover cardstock paper to give your book a little more thickness and heft. We recommend 80# or 100# gloss or matte cover cardstock for the cover and 80# or 100# gloss or matte text for the inside pages. 70# gloss text is available when weight becomes an issue, for example, when mailing your books.
- We offer 4 types of softcover binding: Perfect bound and saddle-stitched are our most popular binding types. We also offer softcover Spiral bound and Wire-o binding.
- Softcover books offer the BEST VALUE.
- The cover can be coated with Soft Touch Lamination to create a matte, velvety smooth, finish.
- They are more popular, affordable, and offer a quicker turnaround time compared to hardcover books.
- A hardcover book has a cover made from thick, rigid paperboard (like an elementary school textbook). We do not offer hardcover books.

Self-Cover
SELF-COVER BOOKS have the same paper weight for the front and back cover and the inside pages. 100# Text (Gloss or Matte) is recommended. We only offer self-cover for Saddle Stitched Books.
- Easier to fold into a self-mailer or put into an envelope
- Does not require the durability and longevity of a heavier cover
- More easily damaged when mailed.
- 80# or 70# gloss text are also available when weight becomes an issue, for example, mailing.

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Perfect Bound Printing

Perfect binding booklet printing is single sheets (text weight) paper printed on both sides and collated in page number order, one on top of the other, and gathered into a book block. The spine edge is ground off. The softcover (a thicker cardstock) is placed over and around the book block (interior pages) and attached by the application of a strong yet flexible PUR glue along the binding edge, creating a professional looking square spine that can be printed on. The other three sides of the book are then trimmed to the desired finished size to give them that clean “perfect” edge, thus the name “perfect” bound.
An open perfect bound book does not lay flat like a saddle stitch, wire-o or spiral bound book.
Number of Pages Accepted
The minimum number of pages is 28 pages to 2” thick maximum. 2 page increments are required when ordering.

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Perfect Bound Design Tips
- Gutters:because perfect bound books cannot lay completely flat without breaking, there is a portion of each inside page that will lose visibility into the spine. This inside gutter can take up between ¼” and 3/8” of each page. Be mindful of this while designing and add an extra ½” cushion to the binding-side margins of each page of your perfect bound book.


- Crossovers or images that span two adjacent pages, inside of perfect bound books are not recommended.

- Spine Width A unique feature of perfect bound books is the ability to design the spine if it is larger than 1/8th inch (2" thick maximum). You can keep it a solid color, add text or have one continuous image covering the front cover across to the back cover. Determining your spine width depends on your number of pages and the paper stock you have selected. click here to download our spine calculator.

Available Sizes

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Softcover
A SOFTCOVER BOOK is like a paperback novel, catalog, or magazine. The soft covers are printed on a more durable heavier weight cover cardstock paper to give your book a little more thickness and heft. We recommend 80# or 100# gloss or matte cover cardstock for the cover and 80# or 100# gloss or matte text for the inside pages. 70# gloss text is available when weight becomes an issue, for example, when mailing your books.
- We offer 4 types of softcover binding: Perfect bound and saddle-stitched are our most popular binding types. We also offer softcover Spiral bound and Wire-o binding.
- Softcover books offer the BEST VALUE.
- The cover can be coated with Soft Touch Lamination to create a matte, velvety smooth, finish.
- They are more popular, affordable, and offer a quicker turnaround time compared to hardcover books.
- A hardcover book has a cover made from thick, rigid paperboard (like an elementary school textbook). We do not offer hardcover books.

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Inside Paper Options

100# Gloss Text (5pt) This shiny and lustrous coated sheet is excellent for full color printing making photographs stand out and look rich and beautiful. It is about 25% thicker and heavier than 80# text, giving a more upscale, sharp and appealing look with a higher end feel. This premium paper features high opacity for two-sided printing that will have minimal show through the opposite side. *Recommended*
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Cover Paper

100# Gloss Cover Cardstock (9 pt) For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# gloss cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# gloss cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish. *Recommended*
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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Spiral Bound Printing

Spiral bound printing is single sheets of paper printed on both sides, cut down to trim size and collated in page number order. Then a continuous plastic coil loop shaped like a long spring passes through a row of punched holes at the edge of the printed piece the binding can be on the left or top of the project depending on how the project is designed. Spiral Bound Books are easier to handle and will lie flat (180 degrees) for easy reading reference materials. Pages turn easily, lack spinal tension, and can fold or wrap back around themselves (360 degree).
Spiral bound book printing offers different coil colors, sizes, and diameters that are readily available and can accommodate a higher page count up to 2 3/4” thick. You cannot print on the spine or add or remove pages. Crossovers, or images that span two adjacent pages, inside of perfect bound books are not recommended.
Number of Pages Accepted
We can print spiral and wire-o orders that have 8 pages - 800 pages (or up to 2 ¾” inches thick) and we require them be in 2-page increments.
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Design Tips
You must leave extra space for the hole drilling on the binding-side of your Spiral or Wire-O booklet. Set your binding-side margins to be 3/8”. Refer to our free downloadable templates for a design guide.
While bleeding images are fully acceptable, PrintingCenterUSA does not recommend crossover images due to the substantial gap between pages.

Available Sizes

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Inside Paper Options

100# Gloss Text (5pt) This shiny and lustrous coated sheet is excellent for full color printing making photographs stand out and look rich and beautiful. It is about 25% thicker and heavier than 80# text, giving a more upscale, sharp and appealing look with a higher end feel. This premium paper features high opacity for two-sided printing that will have minimal show through the opposite side. *Recommended*
Learn MoreCover Paper

100# Gloss Cover Cardstock (9 pt) For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# gloss cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# gloss cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish. *Recommended*
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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Softcover
A SOFTCOVER BOOK is like a paperback novel, catalog or magazine. The pages are bound within a pliable cardstock cover. Whereas a hardcover book has a cover made from thick, rigid paperboard (like an elementary school textbook). We do not offer hardcover books.
Softcover books are printed on a more durable heavier weight cardstock paper to give your book a little more thickness and heft. We recommend 80# or 100# gloss or matte cardstock for the cover and 80# or 100# gloss or matte text for the inside pages. 70# gloss text is available when weight becomes an issue, for example, mailing.
- We offer 4 types of softcover binding: Perfect bound, saddle-stitched are our most popular binding types. We also offer spiral bound and wire-o binding.
- Softcover books offer the BEST VALUE.
- They are more popular, affordable and offer a quicker turnaround time than hardcover books.
- The cover can be UV Coated with a luxurious high gloss finish.

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Wire-O Bound Printing

Wire-O Bound Printing is single sheets of paper printed on both sides, cut down to trim size and collated in page number order. The wire, often referred to as a wire comb or twin-loop / double-loop binding, has pre-formed pairs of two small loops of wire that run along a C-shaped spine that looks like a comb. These wire loops are inserted through each of the square holes that have been punched through the edge of the printed book’s cover and pages which allow the pages of your book to line up precisely. A wire closer squeezes the spine until it is round securing the cover and pages. the binding can be on the left or top of the project depending on how the project is designed. Wire-o binding will generally have a lower page count than spiral up to 1 ¼ “thick. The wire is available in different lengths for your bound books and calendars. The color of the standard wire we offer is black. You cannot print on the spine, add or remove pages. Crossovers, or images that span two adjacent pages are not recommended.
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Number of Pages Accepted
We can print spiral and wire-o orders that have 8 pages - 800 pages (or up to 1 ¼ inches thick) and we require them be in 2-page increments.
Design Tips
You must leave extra space for the hole drilling on the binding-side of your Spiral or Wire-O booklet. Set your binding-side margins to be 3/8”. Refer to our free downloadable templates for a design guide.
While bleeding images are fully acceptable, PrintingCenterUSA does not recommend crossover images due to the substantial gap between pages.

Available Sizes

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Inside Paper Options

100# Gloss Text (5pt) This shiny and lustrous coated sheet is excellent for full color printing making photographs stand out and look rich and beautiful. It is about 25% thicker and heavier than 80# text, giving a more upscale, sharp and appealing look with a higher end feel. This premium paper features high opacity for two-sided printing that will have minimal show through the opposite side.
Learn MoreCover Paper

100# Gloss Cover Cardstock (9 pt) For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# gloss cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# gloss cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish. *Recommended*
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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
Softcover
A SOFTCOVER BOOK is like a paperback novel, catalog or magazine. The pages are bound within a pliable cardstock cover. Whereas a hardcover book has a cover made from thick, rigid paperboard (like an elementary school textbook). We do not offer hardcover books.
Softcover books are printed on a more durable heavier weight cardstock paper to give your book a little more thickness and heft. We recommend 80# or 100# gloss or matte cardstock for the cover and 80# or 100# gloss or matte text for the inside pages. 70# gloss text is available when weight becomes an issue, for example, mailing.
- We offer 4 types of softcover binding: Perfect bound, saddle-stitched are our most popular binding types. We also offer spiral bound and wire-o binding.
- Softcover books offer the BEST VALUE.
- They are more popular, affordable and offer a quicker turnaround time than hardcover books.
- The cover can be UV Coated with a luxurious high gloss finish.

Learn More:
PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
INSIDE PAPER OPTIONS

Options
100# Gloss Text (5pt)– This shiny and lustrous coated sheet is excellent for full color printing making photographs stand out and look rich and beautiful. It is about 25% thicker and heavier than 80# text, giving a more upscale, sharp and appealing look with a higher end feel. This premium paper features high opacity for two-sided printing that will have minimal show through the opposite side. Most popular for Self-Cover.
100# Matte Text (6pt) – This dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Excellent for jobs that require high quality color reproduction with minimal paper shine. Paper is glare free making it easier to read when there is a lot of typed copy.
80# Gloss Text (4pt) – is a perfect sheet with a great price for many printing projects. 25% thinner sheet than 100# gloss text with similar characteristics and about the thickness of a magazine page.
80# Matte Text (4pt) – is a perfect sheet with a great price for many printing projects. 25% thinner sheet than 100# matte text with similar characteristics and about the thickness of a magazine page.
70# Gloss Text (5pt) - perfect for all types of books and magazines with a high page count to keep weight down. Unavailable in 70# Matte.
70# Uncoated Text (5pt) - is a thicker stock than its 60# counterpart or copy paper, yet still offers the same premium look. Products printed on this paper will often have a high brightness and a high level of opacity. It is easy to write on and would be used in a project such as a journal or coloring book.
60# Gloss Text (4pt) perfect for all types of books and magazines with a high page count to keep weight down while still keeping your images vibrant.
60# Uncoated Text (4pt) - features a super smooth finish that is great for ink holdout and offers a professional look. This paper is higher grade of paper than normal copy paper. It is easy to write on and would be used in a project such as a journal or coloring book.
Coating Options

Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
COVER CARDSTOCK PAPER

Options
100# Gloss Cover Cardstock (9pt) - For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# gloss cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# gloss cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish. *Most popular for Softcover*
100# Matte Cover Cardstock (9 pt) - For a more upscale look and a higher end feel, upgrade to our 100# Matte cover. It has the same characteristics and uses as 80# Matte cover but is about 25% more bulk being thicker and heavier, making it our highest quality premium paper.
80# Gloss Cover Cardstock (8pt) - is a coated paper with a smooth finish similar to a glossy photograph. It is about twice as thick as 80# text and gives a sharp and appealing look with a substantial and sturdy feel. UV coating is available for a more shiny and luxurious high gloss finish.
80# Matte Cover Cardstock (8pt) - Dull coated sheet and exhibits low gloss finish. This lightweight cardstock is about twice as thick as 80# gloss text and has a substantial and sturdy feel. It is glare free making it easier to read when there is a lot of typed copy.
Coating Options

Gloss paper has a shiny and lustrous smooth coated gloss finish. Excellent for making full color printing appear more vibrant.
Matte paper is a dull coated sheet that exhibits low gloss finish. Paper has minimal glare, making it easier to read text.
Uncoated paper is easy to write on and should be used in projects such as a workbook or coloring book.

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PDF File Checklist & ResourcesIf you do not submit print-ready PDF files, your order may be rejected. For more information on how to create print-ready PDF files, click here for our 24/7 Help Center.
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You can get 100 copies of an 8.5” x 11” 36 page Softcover Perfect Bound Magazine on 80# Gloss Cover and 70# Uncoated Text, Full Color, (4/4) printed and delivered to your doorstep in 4-11 business days with our Wait & Save Production Time option for only $724.93 ($7.25 each) or 500 copies for only $2,103.50 ($4.21 each) plus shipping and handling at PrintingCenterUSA.com. Get an instant price on our cost calculator.
Size/Qty | 100 | 500 | 5000 | 10000 | 20000 |
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8.5 x 11 | $7.25 each $724.93 total | $4.21 each $2,103.50 total | $2.04 each $10,203.59 total | $1.75 each $17,457.59 total | $1.64 each $32,844.13 total |
5.5 x 8.5 | $5.06 each $506.36 total | $2.25 each $1,126.27 total | $1.30 each $6,476.45 total | $1.21 each $12,141.53 total | $1.10 each $21,918.85 total |
6 x 9 | $6.45 each $644.87 total | $2.68 each $1,342.36 total | $1.71 each $8,559.04 total | $1.48 each $14,814.55 total | $1.42 each $28,422.84 total |
• These are examples of our everyday competitive prices.
*Prices are subject to change/shipping NOT included.
Learn MoreThe philosophy of most traditional short run digital and bulk offset printing companies is “the more you print, the cheaper each piece,” which is generally true, but PrintingCenterUSA has the best price point for any size project. If you have some idea on how many booklets you will need before ordering, you can instantly find the quantity and price that best fits your budget with our easy pricing calculator so you don’t leave your profits at the printer. Once you get your initial order and get a feel for how many booklets you are going to need, you can always order more!
How to Print a Magazine in 7 Easy & Affordable Steps
- Gather all of your Magazine project’s content and images.
- Place and format your content and images in an Adobe Suite Program (InDesign or Illustrator) OR: Use our online design tool and downloadable templates to create your perfect bound book.
- Enter your Binding, Size, Quantity, # of Pages, Ink, Paper, In-Hand Delivery Date and get an Instant Quote.
- Upload your print-ready PDF.
- 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 magazine.
- Your magazines will be delivered to your doorstep as promised for you to enjoy and distribute.
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