Thoughtful Formatting for
Exceptional Books
Transform your manuscript into a professionally printed book. From spine calculation to bleed setup, we ensure your physical book prints perfectly — the first time, every time.
Technical Specifications
Print Specifications
We Handle
Your book distributed across every major global platform — handled entirely by our team.
📏 Trim Sizes
4.25″×7″, 5″×8″, 5.25″×8″, 5.5″×8.5″, 6″×9″, 7″×10″, 8.5″×11″, and fully custom sizes for specialty projects.
Cream (ivory) paper for long reads, white paper for image-heavy books, and colored paper for specialty publications.
📚 Binding Types
Perfect binding (paperback), case binding (hardcover), spiral/coil binding, and saddle stitch for booklets and zines.
Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Barnes & Noble Press, Lulu, and local offset printers — all file specs handled for you.
The Professional Difference
See What Changes When You
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Binding Support
Print Book Formatting for
Every Binding Type
Perfect Binding
Most popular for fiction and non-fiction. Glued spine, flexible cover. Standard trim sizes 5″×8″ to 6″×9″. Up to 800 pages. Cost-effective for authors.
Premium format for special editions, gifts, and libraries. Case laminate or dust jacket options. Ideal for workbooks, planners, and cookbooks.
For booklets, zines, and short guides under 64 pages. Stapled through the fold — cost-effective and clean for short publications.
Lay-flat for cookbooks, extra-durable covers for children’s books, high-gloss for photo books, and Smyth-sewn binding for textbooks.
The Process
Your Path to a Print-Perfect Book in 4 Steps
A clear, structured journey — every step professionally managed so you always know where your book stands.
Intake & Interior Print Engineering
We receive your manuscript (DOCX/PDF) with trim size, paper type, and binding specs. Then we engineer a print-ready interior PDF with accurate margins, 300 DPI images, CMYK conversion, and embedded fonts.
Wraparound Cover & Spine Calculation
We calculate the exact spine width based on page count and paper density. A full wraparound cover is created with correct bleed, safe zones, CMYK color, and print-accurate front, spine, and back layout.
Technical Quality Control & Proofing
Both interior and cover files undergo strict preflight checks — DPI, color profiles, spine accuracy, and barcode validation. Digital proofs are provided and revisions applied before final approval.
Final Asset Delivery & Platform Deployment
We deliver your complete print-ready package: interior PDF, cover PDF, and technical spec sheet. Platform-specific guidance for KDP, IngramSpark, or your printer — with upload support included.
Investment
Transparent Pricing for
Print Formatting
All packages include unlimited revisions, print-ready files, and platform upload support. No hidden fees.
BASIC
For authors who need professional interior formatting for a single platform.- Interior print formatting
- Margin & gutter setup
- 300 DPI image optimization
- CMYK color conversion
- KDP or IngramSpark file export
- 5–7 business days
STANDARD
Complete print package — interior, cover, spine, and multi-platform delivery.- Everything in Essential
- Full wraparound cover formatting
- Exact spine width calculation
- Bleed & safe zone setup
- Preflight quality control
- Unlimited revisions
- 7-10 business days
PREMIUM
For premium books needing specialty binding, physical proofs, and priority support.- Everything in Professional
- Specialty binding setup (lay-flat, spiral, hardcover)
- Physical proof coordination
- Offset printer file preparation
- Technical specification sheet
- 10-14 business days