Webinar: Print It! Expert Tips to Successfully Print Your Picture Book
Expert tips to successfully print your picture book
Offset or print on demand, what each really costs, why you do not have to choose just one, and how to compare overseas printing quotes.
Printing a picture book with confidence
Key takeaways
- Offset and print on demand each have real pros and cons, and the costs differ sharply by quantity.
- You do not have to choose one: a hybrid model uses both.
- Offset opens up special features that print on demand cannot offer.
- Use a checklist when comparing overseas quotes so you compare like with like.
Read the full breakdown
Lori McKnight of MCRL gives the printing portion of a multi-session event for picture book creators who have finished the creative work and are ready to print.
The first half compares offset printing and print on demand honestly, with side-by-side costs, and then makes the case that many authors should use both: print on demand where it fits and offset where the numbers and the finish matter. A short set of questions helps you decide which mix suits your book and your goals.
The second half shows what offset makes possible, with examples from real projects, a checklist for evaluating overseas offset quotes, and tips for a smooth printing experience.
Common Questions
Should I print my picture book offset or on demand?
What is a hybrid printing model?
What can offset printing do that print on demand can’t?
How do I compare overseas printing quotes?
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