Novel Printing
A well-produced novel should remain comfortable to read from the first chapter to the last. The text needs to stay clear without excessive show-through, while the paper should give the book suitable thickness without making it unnecessarily heavy.
Binding also matters because novels are opened repeatedly and often read for long periods. A stable spine keeps the pages secure, and a properly prepared cover gives the finished edition a clean appearance. We print according to supplied artwork and can review basic file settings before sampling.
Comic book finishing helps protect the cover and improve the final printed look. The right finish can make the cover stronger and make the artwork look more polished.
Foil Stamping Metallic foil finishes available in gold, silver, rose gold, and more. |
Embossing Raised surface details that add texture and elegance. |
Debossing Recessed impressions for a refined and tactile effect. |
Gilded Edges Metallic finishes applied to page edges for a luxury appearance. |
Painted Edges Custom colors, patterns, or artwork printed on book edges. |
Holographic Creates a colorful reflective effect that changes under different lighting angles. |
Book Slipcase Adds extra protection and gives the book a more complete, premium presentation. |
Ribbon Bookmark Helps mark pages for quick reading or reference. |
Die Cut Custom-shaped cutouts created with precision metal dies. |
Novel dimensions vary according to the intended format and target market. The following trim sizes are commonly used for fiction publishing:
Pocket Size: 4.25 × 6.87 in / 108 × 175 mm
Compact Size: 5 × 8 in / 127 × 203 mm
Small Trade Size: 5.25 × 8 in / 133 × 203 mm
Digest Size: 5.5 × 8.5 in / 140 × 216 mm
A5 Size: 148 × 210 mm / 5.83 × 8.27 in
US Trade Size: 6 × 9 in / 152 × 229 mm
Custom trim sizes can also be produced according to the supplied interior layout and final binding structure.
A rigid case gives the novel stronger protection and helps the book maintain its shape over time. This structure is suitable for collector editions or projects that need a more substantial finished appearance.
A flexible cover keeps the book lighter and more comfortable to hold during long reading sessions. The flat spine also provides space for the title and author information when the page count is sufficient.
A removable printed jacket adds extra artwork space while protecting the hardcover underneath. The flaps can also carry a book summary or author information without crowding the main cover design.
A separate printed bookmark can be designed to match the novel cover or series style. It can include artwork, a short quote or publication information, adding a useful extra item without changing the book structure.
Our standard MOQ is 500 copies. A trial order from 300 copies may be considered after the specifications are confirmed.
Please provide the finished size and page count. We also need the required quantity and print-ready files. Reference photos can be provided when the project includes special details.
Yes. The ISBN and barcode can be printed when they are included in the supplied artwork or provided as production-ready files. We do not issue ISBN numbers.
We mainly provide printing based on supplied artwork. We can review the files and suggest small production adjustments, but the final layout and cover design should be provided before printing.
Yes. A sample can be produced so you can check the paper feel and book structure before approving the bulk order.
Different titles can be discussed within one project, but each interior file requires separate production preparation. The quantity and specification of each title should be confirmed before quotation.
Sample production usually takes about 3–7 working days. Bulk production normally takes about 10–15 working days after the files and sample are approved.
