Book Printing | Ally Sourcing

Hardcover Book Printing

Utilize our advanced offset printing technology and premium binding techniques for Hardcover Book Printing. Ally Sourcing specializes in custom publishing solutions with precise color management and superior binding quality. Our facility abroad has served global clients with 25+ years of expertise, offering multiple paper options, professional finishing, and strict quality control.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With decades of experience, Ally Sourcing offers top-tier printing services specializing in high-quality book printing. Our expertise, advanced technology, and competitive pricing make us a leading choice among book printing companies.

We have options to print overseas, offering significant cost savings without compromising quality. At Ally Sourcing, we provide exceptional quality, a range of customization options, and a streamlined process to ensure fast and reliable service.
Why Choose Ally Sourcing?

02 | How much does it cost to print a book?

How much does it cost to print a book?

Based in the United States and with a printer abroad, Ally Sourcing offers world-class professional book printing and binding services to businesses, non-profits, and independent publishers around the globe.

You can use our book printing instant quote feature on our website.

Please note all pricing are estimates and do not include shipping.

Hardcover Book Printing Prices Chart (8.5″ x 11″)

Page Count	500pcs	1000pcs	5000pcs
256	Unit: $7.21 Total: $3,604	Unit: $4.83 Total: $4,828	Unit: $2.97 Total: $14,837
128	Unit: $4.18 Total: $2,089	Unit: $2.93 Total: $2,933	Unit: $1.95 Total: $9,763
64	Unit: $2.67 Total: $1,337	Unit: $1.96 Total: $1,961	Unit: $1.45 Total: $7,240
32	Unit: $1.94 Total: $972	Unit: $1.49 Total: $1,487	Unit: $1.19 Total: $5,965

End Sheets: 140 gsm / 95 lb uncoated text paper, blank.
Inner Pages: 128 gsm / 86 lb coated text paper.

Please note that all prices are EXW (Ex Works) our facility and do not include shipping costs.

The standard production time is approximately 3 weeks, depending on order size and finishing options. Shipping times vary based on your location and shipping method.
Standard Production Time
Finish Options
We offer a variety of cover finishes, including matte, gloss, and soft-touch lamination. You can also choose foil stamping, embossing, and UV coating for a customized look. These options add durability and a unique feel to your book.
Yes, we offer linen and cloth covers in a range of colors and textures.

View our cloth options below.
Can I choose linen or cloth hard covers?
Yes, if requested, we use FSC-certified paper for our books, ensuring that the paper comes from responsibly managed forests. We also use soy-based inks, which are safer for the environment and healthier for kids.
Eco-Friendly Options
Our minimum order quantity is 500 copies.
What is the MOQ for hardcover book printing?
We offer a variety of cover finishes, including matte, gloss, and soft-touch lamination. You can also choose foil stamping, embossing, and UV coating for a customized look. These options add durability and a unique feel to your book.

You can choose the finishes in our instant quote calculator.
What are the available options for cover finishes?
Yes, we offer a free manual document-checking service to ensure your files are print-ready. Our team will review the document layout, bleed, resolution, and other technical details, allowing you to correct any issues before production begins.
Do you provide a document checking service?
Please submit your artwork and layout in PDF format with all fonts embedded.
Are there specific design file formats required?

Title	Description	Material
Slipcase Materials	157 gsm / 106 lb coated text paper wrapped on 3 mm gray board Other paper, cloth, vinyl, or leatherette wrapped on gray board	Paper and Grayboard
Hardcover Casing Materials	157 gsm / 58 lb cover paper wrapped on 2mm grey board 157 gsm / 58 lb cover paper wrapped on 2.5mm grey board 157 gsm / 58 lb cover paper wrapped on 3mm grey board Other paper, cloth, vinyl, or leatherette wrapped on grey board	Paper and Grayboard
Dust Jacket Paper	128 gsm / 47 lb coated cover paper 157 gsm / 58 lb coated cover paper 200 gsm / 74 lb coated cover paper	Paper
End Sheet Paper	120 gsm / 80 lb textured paper 140 gsm / 95 lb colored paper 140 gsm / 95 lb uncoated text paper 180 gsm / 122 lb uncoated text paper 157 gsm / 106 lb matte text paper 157 gsm / 106 lb gloss text paper Other texture paper	Paper
Interior Paper	80 gsm / 54 lb coated text paper 105 gsm / 71 lb coated text paper 128 gsm / 86 lb coated text paper 157 gsm / 106 lb coated text paper 200 gsm / 135 lb coated text paper 80 gsm / 54 lb uncoated text paper 100 gsm / 68 lb uncoated text paper 120 gsm / 81 lb uncoated text paper 140 gsm / 95 lb uncoated text paper	Paper

Custom Hardcover Book Paper Options

For hardcover books with colorful illustrations or photographs, we suggest gloss or matte art paper for vibrant results. For text-heavy books, uncoated offset paper offers a natural and readable finish. Customize your book with various paper choices for the interior, cover, and endpapers.

Special Paper

Uncoated Paper

Matte Art Paper

Gloss Art Paper

Custom Hardcover Book Covers

DF02-9

DF02-10

DF02-12

Y28-5

Y61-3

Y66-8

Y82-11

Y82-7

Y28-4

Y61-8

Y82-3

DF01-5

Dust Jacket Covers

The most common and practical cover option, offering five printable surfaces (front, back, spine, and two inside flaps) for full-color designs. Options include gloss or matte coating, embossing, debossing, laminating, and foil stamping for added effects.

Image Wrapping Covers

An economical option where text and images are printed directly onto the cover material. This style offers a stunning display while keeping costs down, with options for embossing, debossing, foil stamping, and UV spot coating.

Vinyl and Padded Vinyl Covers

Durable and waterproof, ideal for unique and custom designs.
Both vinyl and padded vinyl book covers are commonly used in schools, libraries, and businesses to protect valuable books and documents. They are also popular among individuals who want to preserve the condition of their personal book collections.

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Fabric-5104

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Fabric-5213

Fabric-5139

Fabric-5219

Fabric-5515

Fabric-5425

Fabric-5206

Fabric-5103

Fabric-5413

Fabric-5111

Fabric-5135

Fabric-5402

Fabric-5411

Fabric-5529

Fabric-5531

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Fabric-5403

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Cloth Covers

Cloth covers are a popular choice for protecting and enhancing the appearance of books. These covers are made of durable cloth material that provides a sturdy and long-lasting protection for the book.

Available in a vast range of colors and textures, from ruggedly rustic to surprisingly smooth. While direct image printing isn’t possible, options like debossing and foil stamping are available for customization.

Here are our cloth options:

Imitation Leather and Padded Imitation Leather Covers

Provides a luxurious appearance with cruelty-free materials.

Here are our leather options:

Hardcover Book Accessories

Slipcases are a fantastic way to add class, style, and extra protection to your hardcover books. They are made of stiff card stock like a box, but tailored to the size of your book, with one side left open so that when the book is inserted, only the sine is revealed. They can be made to house one or more books.

Black Cloth Slipcase with Gold Foil Stamping

Slipcase with Sliver Foil Stamping

Special Finishes, Lamination, and Foil Stamping

They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, but we all do! Your book’s cover is the first thing that a potential reader sees, so it must make a good impression. Someone browsing the bookstore — online or offline — is more likely to check out a book with a beautiful, intriguing, visually appealing cover. Ally Sourcing offers a complete range of finishing options to make your book uniquely eye-catching and attractive.

These options include:

Deboss

Emboss

Spot UV

Foil Stamping

Gloss Lamination

Varnishing

Matte Lamination

Foil Stamping Color Chart

We allow customization of hardbound book covers with features like metallic foil stamping. Using heat and pressure, we can apply metallic foil to various cover elements, including titles, author names, and logos. While gold, silver, and bronze are popular choices, we offer a wide range of color options.

Holographic foil

Blue foil

Red foil

Green foil

Black foil

White foil

Silver foil

Gold foil

Black Gilded Edges

Gold Gilded Edges

Gilded Edge for Hardcover Book

For a touch of class, why not add gilded edges to your pages? Gilding is a simple and affordable technique which achieves impressive results, giving your book a sophisticated look.

Book Printing for Self-Publishers

Check out some of our other book printing offerings. To get the full list, please click on the mega menu above. Our printing services include various types of books, from hardcover to softcover, as well as magazines, catalogs, comic, children's, and more. We also provide eco-friendly options and custom finishes to meet your specific needs.

Comic Book Printing

Cookbook Printing

Art Book Printing

Paperback Book Printing

Our Eco-Friendly Promise

We use paper stock that’s sourced from FSC-certified sustainable forestry when possible. We provide recycled paper material on request. We also use environmentally-friendly soy inks—based on harmless, biodegradable vegetable products.

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