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BOOK COVERS | Book Publishing Preparation Guide
A paperback (also known as softback or softcover) is a type of book press-printed and covered with stock paper characterized by a thick paper or paper board cover, and often held together with glue rather than stitches or staples. In contrast, hardcover or hardback books are bound with cardboard covered with cloth; although more expensive, hardbacks are more durable.
They are affordable and completely flexible in both build and functionality. Get more information here.
Although Soft Cover books are the most popular, they are not as durable as hardcover books. Because the reader can curl up in their bed or comfy chair, fold the cover and pages back as it is being read add to its popularity. Also, Soft cover books are more easier to transport. They fit inside of tight spots such as a purse or a pocket depending on the size of the book.
Last but not least, they are less expensive when mailing Soft Cover books due to cost of shipping usually being determined by the weight of the package being shipped.
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Learn about the process of manually putting paper (also known as pages) together to form a book. Bookbinding includes binding this paper or pages with either a hard or soft cover exterior.
The design and layout of your book (also known as interior designing) should reflect the subject of the book and style of your writing. Learn more about preparing yur book for printing.
If you plan to sell your book in stores or make it available in libraries, you'll need an LCCN (Library of Congress Catalog Number). Learn more about other Book Identifiers such as ISBN and EAN.
These are just some of the many covers that we've designed.
We do not use templates for custom Book Covers, just your imagination mixed with ours, and the essence of your story to create beautiful covers. These covers are printed on durable paper stock, and have a shiny coat to compliment the designs. We will be posting more as we continue to update this Site. Covers start at $150.00, one of the lowest price for covers in the book industry! Want even lower prices for Book Covers, check out our Professional Book Templates starting at $99.00. Click here for more information. View Pricing
Personalized Back Cover Creation
- It is a known ritual that when a person picks up a book, they will immediately flip it to the back to read the summary of that book. This area of the book is very crucial to the potential reader. It is as if the Author has one shot at convincing the potential reader to indulge in the inner pages of the book. A Personalized Back Cover can add character to your book's design. This area can include an Author's photo, artwork and a short biography of the author.
- A Personalized Back Cover consists of the following options:
- *Author Bio (no more than 50 words)
- *A photo of the author (The photo must meet the following requirements:)
- TIFF (.tif) or JPEG (.jpg) format
- 300-dpi resolution
- 600 x 600 pixels (if JPEG)
- 2" x 2" printed size
- *The Barcode & ISBN
- *The Price of the Book
Our covers are printed on durable paper stock, and have a shiny coat to compliment the designs. Covers start at $99.00, one of the lowest price for covers in the book industry! Contact Us for more information.
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We offer a wide range of Book Cover options to choose from during the ordering process. From business books to novels to how-to, you’ll find the right template style for your book. Check out our Create-a-Cover design options below. Contact Us for more information.
Step 1: Choose a front cover template from one of our custom-designed options.
Step 2: Choose a back cover template.
Step 3: Select two colors you'd like to use on your cover.
Step 4: Send us the specific wording you'd like to add to your book cover, as well as any images or graphics you'd like to include.
Step 5: Sit back and relax while our graphic design team creates your book cover! We'll always send you a PDF proof to review before we begin printing. This service includes Professional Assistance and revisions according to your package.
Keep in mind that these are Book Templates. This means that they are available for anyone to purchase. If you want a cover that is unique and specifically tailored to your book's theme and content, use our Professional Book Cover Creation Services. View Pricing
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- Standard 10 pt. C1S - A heavy 10 mil cover paper, with a smooth, hard surface for the outside and uncoated surface on the inside. You’ll have a choice of three different coatings: Gloss UV is our default, but you can also choose Silk Laminate or Hi-Gloss Laminate.
- 12 pt. C1S - Just like the 10 pt. above, but 20% heavier. It’s a 12 mil cover paper, with a smooth, hard surface for the outside and uncoated surface on the inside. And, just like the 10 pt. above, you’ll be able to choose your coating: Gloss UV, Silk Laminate, or Hi-Gloss Laminate.
- 80# Smooth Cover - A heavy (11 mil) cover paper, with a smooth finish. No coating, no glossing for authors looking for a more basic, earthier feel for their covers.
- 80# Linen Cover - Similar to the 80# Uncoated Cover above, this has a subtle linen finish. It’s about 9.5 mil thick, which is still plenty thick enough. No coating, but the linen finish adds to the richness of your cover.
- Leatherette Cover - An acrylic-coated paper with a pronounced leather embossed finish. Leatherette can’t be printed on. It’s either blank or Diamond 3D Foil stamped. Available in five colors.
Covers for Case Bound (Hardcover) Books
- All hardcover materials are wrapped around heavy, warp-resistant book boards to make a very durable, hardcover book.
- Standard 100# Gloss Text - We print your full-color cover on 100# Gloss Text, then laminate it with your choice of Silk or Hi-Gloss Laminate.
- Pearl Linen (Cloth) - A beautiful yet economical cover material with a pronounced linen weave. Can be foil stamped or left blank (usually with a printed dust jacket). These high-quality covers are available in several bright, vibrant colors.
- Leatherette Cover - An acrylic-coated paper with a pronounced leather embossed finish. Leatherette can’t be printed on. It’s either blank or Diamond 3D Foil stamped.
- Leather Cover - Our ‘top-of-the-line’ cover option, this is a bonded leather made of 100% cowhide leather fibers. Its leather embossed finish makes a beautiful, rich-looking book cover. It may be a little more expensive than our other luxury covers, but it’s worth it. It can be foil stamped or left blank (usually with a printed dust jacket).
BOOK COVER MENU
- BASIC TEMPLATE COVER CREATION
- Cover Design (Submitted Clip Art, Image or Illustration): $99
- Choose a cover template and we will update the basic details such as Title, Author's Name, and image submitted by the Author. 1 revision round.
- 10-Minute Consultation session to discuss the vision for your cover creation.
- Email Session with Publisher Assistant Only.
- BASIC TEMPLATE COVER CREATION PLUS
- Cover Design (Clip Art, Image or Illustration): $150
- Choose a cover template, and we will update the image or Clip Art with a premium one chosen from our in-house gallery. Basic details such as Title, Sub-Title and Author's Name. 1 revision round.
- 15-Minute Consultation session to discuss the vision for your cover creation.
- 15- Minute Book Buddy Session. Includes 15 minutes of credits to use if you need to call your PA for a quick question during production . All other correspondences are conducted via email.
- BASIC CUSTOM COVER CREATION
- Custom Cover Design: $250
- Basic customized cover based on your book’s idea. An Assigned Publisher Assistant (APA) will work with you on a one-on-one basis.
- 30-Minute Consultation session to discuss the vision for your cover creation.
- .Includes 30-Minute Book Buddy Session credits to use if you need to call your PA for a quick question during production . All other correspondences are conducted via email.
- This package includes1 graphic or image concept, up to 2 edit revision rounds, and up to 3 cover mockups.
- PREMIUM CUSTOM COVER CREATION
- Custom Cover Design: $500
- Premium customized cover creation based on your book’s idea. An Assigned Publisher Assistant (APA) will work with you on a one-on-one basis.
- 30-Minute Consultation session to discuss the vision for your cover creation.
- .Includes 30-Minute Book Buddy Session credits to use if you need to call your PA for a quick question during production . All other correspondences are conducted via email.
- This package includes1 graphic or image concept, up to 2 edit revision rounds, and up to 3 cover mockups.
- BASIC COVER CREATION PLUS
- Custom Cover Design: $1,000
- Fully customized full cover based on your book’s theme, plot, and/or imagery. Includes unlimited graphics, images, and up to three cover mockups.
- 30-Minute Consultation session to discuss the vision for your cover creation.
- .Includes 60-Minute Book Buddy Session credits to use if you need to call your PA for a quick question during production . All other correspondences are conducted via email.
- This package includes 2 graphic or image concepts, up to 6 edit revision rounds, and up to 6 cover mockups.
- PREMIUM COVER CREATION
- Cover Design (Illustrated or Custom): $1,499
- Fully customized cover based on your book’s theme, plot, and/or imagery. Includes unlimited graphics, images, and unlimited revisions until you are satisfied.
- PREMIUM ILLUSTRATED COVER: $1,499
- Fully customized illustrated cover incorporating intricate details, textures, backgrounds, and blending. Can be done in any style, including high fantasy, realistic imagery, anime/manga, and everything in between.
- EBOOK PUBLISHING AND DISTRIBUTION
- Amazonite Warrior eBook Conversion - $300.48
- Fire Agate eBook Conversion - $450.48
DISCLAIMER: Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Shipping and handling is included in the publishing package price. Some restrictions may apply.
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