How Can I Print My Book
Apr 16,2025
SESE
How Can I Print My Book?
1. Introduction:
Whether you're an author publishing your debut novel, a business producing a company profile, or a creative bringing a vision to life, how your book is printed makes all the difference. Custom book printing gives you the freedom to bring your project to life exactly the way you imagine it — from size and format to cover finishes and specialty features.
Why Printing Your Book Your Way Matters
Your book is more than just printed pages — it’s a reflection of your story, your brand, and your creativity. Standard printing can limit your potential. Custom book printing empowers you to take full control over every design element, ensuring your final product feels premium, polished, and uniquely yours.
Benefits of Custom Printing
Authors can elevate their novels with eye-catching covers and finishes that boost shelf appeal.
Brands can impress clients and investors with sleek catalogs or reports that align with their identity.
Creators can turn their vision into a tangible masterpiece with special touches like foiled titles, endpapers, or unique binding.
2. Step-by-Step Guide to Printing Your Book
Step 1: Choose Your Book Type
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Hardcover Book |
Paperback Book |
Cardboard Book |
Spiral Bound Book |
Saddle Stitching Book |
Hardcover – Ideal for premium novels, children’s books, photo books, and collector editions.
Paperback – Lightweight, cost-effective, and great for fiction, memoirs, or manuals.
Board Book – Durable and safe for children’s picture books and early learning content.
Spiral-bound or Saddle-stitched – Perfect for planners, notebooks, or cookbooks.
Step 2: Select Size, Page Count, and Binding
Standard Sizes or Custom Dimensions (A5, 6”x9”, square, etc.)
Define your page count (minimum and maximum can vary by type)
Binding Methods: Perfect bound, case bound, wire-o, sewn binding, etc.
Step 3: Pick Your Special Features
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Foil Stamping |
Stenciled Edges |
Dust Jackets |
Embossing |
Foil stamping (gold, silver, holographic)
Sprayed or stenciled edges
Dust jackets, belly bands, or embossing/debossing
3. Custom Printing Options to Make Your Book Stand Out
Customization is where your book transforms from ordinary to exceptional. At Sese Printing, we offer a wide array of options to make your project shine.
Cover Finishes
Matte Lamination – Smooth and modern
Gloss Lamination – Reflective and vibrant
Soft-Touch – Velvet-like feel for a luxurious finish
Foil Stamping – Adds metallic shine to titles, logos, or borders
Paper Types for Interior Pages
Coated Paper – Great for photo books or illustrated titles
Uncoated Paper – Ideal for text-heavy books and easy reading
Cream or White Paper – Customize for comfort, style, or aesthetic appeal
Add-Ons
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Ribbon Marker |
Bookmarker |
Printed Endpapers |
Spot UV |
Bookmarks – Built-in or ribbon style
Colored or printed endpapers
Spot UV – Glossy accents on matte surfaces
Custom Inserts or Envelopes
4. File Formats We Accept
We support a wide range of professional file formats to bring your designs to life:
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PDF – Print-ready with outlined fonts and embedded images
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AI (Adobe Illustrator) – For vector artwork and cover layouts
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ID (Adobe InDesign) – Preferred for multi-page book layouts
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PS (Adobe Photoshop) – For high-res image covers or pages
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CDR (CorelDRAW) – For vector-based designs and layouts
Not sure if your files are print-ready? Our team can assist you with guidance or prepress adjustments.
5. What Happens After You Submit Your Files
We make sure your project is handled with care, every step of the way.
Prepress Check & Printing Confirmation
Our team performs a thorough review of your submitted files to confirm:
Correct size, bleeds, margins
Resolution and color profile (CMYK preferred)
Safe zones and print-readiness
Proofing & Production Timeline
Digital proof or hard proof available upon request
Approval process ensures everything looks perfect before mass production
We’ll confirm timeline based on order size and custom features
Final Printing, Binding & Delivery
Once approved:
Your books are printed using high-quality machines
Bound with your selected method
Packed securely and delivered to your destination on time
6. Why Choose Us for Custom Book Printing
Welcome to Sese Printing – Your Trusted Printing Partner
At Sese Printing, we’ve worked with thousands of authors, brands, and businesses to bring their projects to life with exceptional craftsmanship and personalized service.
Why We Stand Out:
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Experienced Printing Team – Years of hands-on expertise and attention to detail
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Flexible Options – From small-run prototypes to large-scale mass production
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Quality Control – Each order undergoes a rigorous QC process
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Dedicated Support – From quote to delivery, our team is here for you
Whether you're printing 300 copies or 5,000, we ensure your vision is honored and your expectations exceeded.
7. Get a Quote or Start Your Project Today
Just send us:
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Your book type
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Size and page count
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Quantity and special features
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File format and design (if ready)
You’ll receive a custom quote quickly from our friendly team.
We proudly serve:
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Self-published authors
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Corporate teams
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Artists and illustrators
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Educational publishers
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Nonprofits and small businesses