Novels - Square Bound Paperbacks (Glue Binding)
$7.49
- Minimum Purchase:
- 25 units
- Bulk Pricing:
- Buy in bulk and save
- Buy 50 - 99 and get 10% off
- Buy 100 - 249 and get 12% off
- Buy 250 - 499 and get 15% off
- Buy 500 - 749 and get 17% off
- Buy 750 - 999 and get 20% off
- Buy 1000 - 1499 and get 22% off
- Buy 1500 - 1999 and get 25% off
- Buy 2000 - 2499 and get 30% off
- Buy 2500 - 2999 and get 32% off
- Buy 3000 or above and get 35% off
Bulk discount rates
Below are the available bulk discount rates for each individual item when you purchase a certain amount
- Perfect bound (glue binding) - square
- Interior page counts from 20-300 (*If page count exceeds 300 email for quote)
- 25 minimum quantity print
- Rush delivery is available
- Price Breaks with higher quantities
- Wide variety of cover & interiors paper options
- Full color OR Black & White (includes grayscale)
- Printing templates available!
- CWS AD insert discount option
*Spine width formula: Use our new CWS spine width calculator here!
Reordering Note:
For reprints/reorders of comic books over four months old, sending us a physical copy of the previous version helps ensure color consistency. Please reach out to customer service (sales@comixwellspring.com) if you have questions regarding shipping costs for this process. We DO NOT keep files on hand for more than 12 months. If you have not placed an order in over 12 months, you must share your files with us.
Variant Covers
Separate Line Items: Different stocks or interiors (even one page) are not considered variants and must be ordered as separate line items. This includes sketch covers, foils, etc.
Minimum Order Quantities:
- For true variants, submit the interior files once and each cover individually, labeled clearly.
- Indicate quantities of each variant in the notes section. Each variant must be ordered in a minimum of 10 copies.
- Specialty orders (e.g., foils) require a minimum of 25 copies, which can be split further (e.g., 10 and 15) if noted.
- When placing your order, you can upload variant cover files and signify the details in the notes section.
Please make sure to label the covers CLEARLY and indicate in the notes how many of each.
Graphic Novel Printing
No matter what genre of graphic novel or comic you’re creating, the final print size and quality have a huge impact on your readers’ experience. Whether you’re a veteran with a large following or a new artist trying to break into indie comics, you’ll need the best printing team on your side.
Comix Well Spring specializes in comic book and graphic novel printing. We offer perfect bound books and saddle stitched comics custom printed in black and white or vibrant color. We offer multiple book sizes and can even create custom sizes so you can tell your story however you see fit.
Which Binding Is Best for Graphic Novels?
Comic books tend to be serialized, while graphic novels are almost always wrapped up in one or two volumes. By definition, graphic novels tend to be longer than the 64-page maximum allowed by saddle stitching binding. Square binding is a much better option, as it allows page counts of 260 or more.
Both binding options are very durable, and can last for years when used with the right paper and ink. However, square stitching looks more professional. It also allows room for printing the novel’s title on the spine, which helps readers find it more easily.
Paper Quality and Type for Square Bound Paperbacks
At Comix Well Spring, we use 60# bright white paper for the inside of our saddle stitched and square bound books. This paper is bright enough to keep your illustrations highly visible, and thick enough to hold up through years of re-reading.
We offer three cover comic book printing options: Standard, UV coated, and sketch covers. Standard covers are glossy 80# paper, which has a good balance of durability and low cost. UV coated covers are 12pt cardstock with a special glossy coating. Sketch covers use 80# paper with a matte finish to allow them to be drawn on easily.
Graphic novels can use any of the three cover types. If you regularly visit conventions, a sketch cover is a great investment for fans who want something they can get signed and customized. UV coated covers are the best option for a professional-quality collectible product.
Full Color or Black and White
Full color and black and white comics offer dramatically different final results. Black and white is perfect for horror stories, gritty detective stories, or other narratives that rely heavily on shadows and textures. Black and white printing can also handle grayscale, which is great for everything from manga to minimalist memoirs.
Although full color is more expensive than black and white printing, it’s well worth it for high-action genres with heavy worldbuilding. Books with black and white interiors still include color covers, so you can show off and entice readers with your full-color art.
The best option for your graphic novel depends on your own art style and budget. If you put the work into creating a full-color graphic novel, make it available to your fans with our affordable full-color printing. Black and white and grayscale artists can still develop a huge following, partly thanks to the lower printing costs.
Book Sizes
The standard comic book printed size is 6.625″ x 10.25”, magazine size is 8” x 10.5”, and manga size is 5.5″ x 7.75″. All three sizes require final art that is slightly larger than the page size, to allow for trimming.
Manga size may be an option for artists who use fewer panels per page or have less detailed art. It’s also a good way to keep costs as low as possible, regardless of the length of your printing project.
Graphic novels tend to be longer than comic books, so larger magazine size books may not be cost-effective. However, this can be highly variable depending on ink color and overall length. We’re happy to answer any questions you have about length, size, and ink possibilities. Whatever you decide, make sure to use the correct comic page template for formatting your final product.
Support from Start to Finish
No matter what kind of comic book or graphic novel you’ve created, Comix Well Spring can help get you through the final step of printing. Our perfect binding books have reliable turnaround time, with standard printing taking two weeks after proofs are approved. We also offer faster printing and express shipping if needed to meet your deadline.
Our customer service team knows about the process of creating and publishing comics, so they can answer any questions you have about comic book printing, formatting, and shipping. Join us as you embark on your next artistic adventure.
202 Reviews
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Exactly what I needed…
Exactly what I needed
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Perfectly made, sturdy books, great quality paper!…
Perfectly made, sturdy books, great quality paper!
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The best, barnone, resource for indy publishing! …
The best, barnone, resource for indy publishing!
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I've been doing graphic design for almost 20 years…
I've been doing graphic design for almost 20 years. Dealt with a lot of print shops, publishers etc. But my experience with Greko/Comix Wellspring was pleasant and efficient. I've been working on my graphic novel for two years off an idea I've had for, well let's just say awhile. So needless to say, it means a lot to me that I get the best job I could. My physical proof arrived quickly and looked amazing. I had some changes, which they took easily and my book was printed. Highly recommend them for your passion project. I proudly present my book on any convention table.
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Dynamite Printing - Excellent Cost…
Dynamite Printing - Excellent Cost
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Greko Printing made the process of ordering square…
Greko Printing made the process of ordering square bound paperbacks seamless and painless. From cover to cover, they were incredibly helpful and prompt in answering all of the questions that I had, and quickly sent out the physical proofs I requested for my comics. After I resubmitted all the changes, they had the books printed and delivered a few days before the target deadline. The printing quality was exceptional and the customer service fantastic. I'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to print comics.
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Great Tradepaperback for your buck!!…
Great Tradepaperback for your buck!!
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The paperbacks are good solid and well made books.…
The paperbacks are good solid and well made books. I always recommend that you get your books made in color, regardless if the format is in Black/White. Only request that I have is when ordering the paperbacks there should ALWAYS be an option to ADD titles on the binding.. Thanks again for the great work and will be ordering more again soon.. Mike, MidCity Comics L.L.C.
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100% Recommended!!…
100% Recommended!!
