Publishing a book is a milestone, and your manuscript deserves the finest printing quality. Whether you are an indie author, a publisher, or an educational institution, Bali Print Shop offers bookstore-quality printing services for your reading materials. We cater to all types of general publications, from captivating novels and comprehensive academic books to inspiring biographies, ensuring a stunning and durable final product.
Softcover or Paperback books are the most popular book type and the ones we are asked to print most often. Sometimes referred to as perfect bound or softback books they are perfect for any printing need. Novels, poetry collections, manual / guides books, and autobiographies are all usually printed as paperback books.
Cover Options :
Premium Paperback & Hardcover
The first thing a reader notices is the cover. We provide two high-quality cover types to suit your publication :
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Paperback : Printed in vibrant full-color on sturdy 260 gsm Artpaper, providing a crisp, modern, and highly professional appearance.
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Hardcover : For special editions, premium biographies, or durable academic literature, our hardcover option offers maximum protection and an exclusive, high-end feel.
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Lamination Finishes : Protect and enhance your cover design with a choice of Gloss (shiny and vibrant) or Doff/Matte (smooth and elegant) lamination.
There are lots of reasons to choose to print your book as a paperback. They are more cost effective than hardcover, they are more portable, and are printed quicker. Bali print shop print paperback books in a range of sizes; a6, a5, a4 or a custom size of your choice.
The size you choose will depend largely on what your book is. Most books are printed a5, but workbooks, reference guides and training manuals are often better in a4.
Should I print my book in color or in black and white?'
There are a number of factors that would contribute to the decision. If your book is plain text, then the decision is simple. Black and white all the way. But if your book features images you have a decision to make.
Black and white color printing is less cost than fullcolor print; our online price option can demonstrate the cost difference for you.
If your book relies on images or full-color illustrations, or if you've written a children's book, they often look much better in full color.
Durable Perfect Binding (Hot Glue)
To ensure your book withstands the test of time and frequent reading, we utilize the Perfect Binding method. This hot glue technique not only securely holds the pages together but also creates a clean, precise, and professional square spine that looks great on any bookshelf.
Eye-Friendly Inner Paper Choices
Reading comfort is crucial for text-heavy books. We offer a selection of inner page materials tailored to your specific genre :
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Bookpaper (Cream/Offset Paper) : A lightweight, cream-colored paper that reduces glare and eye strain. This is the industry standard for novels and long-form reading.
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HVS 70 gsm & 80 gsm : Crisp, bright white uncoated paper that is perfect for academic books, workbooks, and publications containing clear black-and-white charts or graphics.
Book Pages and Binding
Perfect bound / Hot Glue binding need to have a minimum of 60 pages and a maximum of 500 pages in order for the binding process to be effective. If the book has too few pages the glue might not take properly, and if it has too many the insides might become too heavy and break up the glue.
If you do need to print fewer than 60 pages, we recommend our
booklet printing service. This uses stitch binding and as such there are no minimum page quantity restrictions.
You will also need to decide what paper type you are going to use for your book. There are two common mistakes you need to avoid here. Many people either go for the thinnest paper to save money, or the most expensive assuming it will result in a better quality book. Whilst that can sometimes be true, it's often not the case.
For text books (where the printing doesn't cover the complete page) we suggest you leave a minimum of 18mm margins (white space) around all four edges of your text. If your book has pages that are printed across the whole page (no margins) we suggest that you add a bleed.
Bring your manuscript to life with the exceptional quality of Bali Print Shop. Order your custom printed books today and give your readers the premium experience they deserve!
