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Print on Demand: Color Packages

Virtualbookworm can now set up your book in full color as either a softcover or hardcover. That's right, authors of children's books, picture books and graphic novels can now take advantage of Print-on-Demand technology!

We can now produce full-color books at many different trim sizes (please see chart) The entire book does need to be produced using this process, so unfortunately we're not able to insert these pages into the traditional POD packages.

Please note this page is only for full-color books. If your book has a black-and-white interior, please look at our hardcover packages and our softcover packages.

And if you truly want to have your book available in as many formats as possible, you may want to consider our electronic publishing package as well!

Included in all Color Packages:

  • Softcover or Hardcover available on white paper. Click here to see available trim sizes.
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    Trim Sizes for Color Books

    • Trim sizes available include 5.5”x8.5”, 6”x9”, 6.14”x9.21”, 7”x10”, 8”x10”, 8.5”x8.5” and 8.5”x11” (see chart below for binding availability).
    • For books with 80 pages or greater, you may elect to have text on the spine. For books with less than 80 pages, spine text is not an option.
    • Books are printed on 70# uncoated offset opaque stock, 385 PPI. Paper meets ANSI and library standards for archival quality.
    • Paperback covers for are printed on 80# cover stock, 238 PPI and laminated.

    InchesMillimetersBindingPaperPage Counts
    5.5X8.5216X140Softcover, saddle-stitch (stapled)White4-48
    5.5X8.5216X140Softcover, perfect boundWhite24-480
    5.5X8.5216X140Hardcover, cloth jacketWhite24-480
    5.5X8.5216X140Hardcover, laminate caseWhite24-480
    6X9229X152Softcover, saddle-stitch (stapled)White4-48
    6X9229X152Softcover, perfect boundWhite24-480
    6X9229X152Hardcover, cloth jacketWhite24-480
    6X9229X152Hardcover, laminate caseWhite24-480
    8.5X8.5216X216Softcover, saddle-stitch (stapled)White4-48
    8.5X8.5216X216Softcover, perfect boundWhite24-480
    7X10254X178Softcover, saddle-stitch (stapled)White4-48
    7X10254X178Softcover, perfect boundWhite24-480
    7X10254X178Hardcover, laminate caseWhite4-48
    8X10254X203Softcover, saddle-stitch (stapled)White4-48
    8X10254X203Softcover, perfect boundWhite24-480
  • Electronic proof
  • ISBN assignment (author can provide own ISBN and imprint at no additional charge)
  • Copyright application kit
  • Book page on our website
  • Barcode
  • Data Backup
  • Distribution through Bowker's Books in Print and Global Books in Print
  • Drop Shipment
  • Book registration through Amazon.com and Half.com
  • 50% royalties of net receipts (Approximately 25% of cover price on books sold through us!)
  • Quarterly Sales Report
  • Author may purchase his/her book for at least 30% off list (discount increases with large orders)
Due to the nature of these books, author must provide illustrations at 300-600dpi in TIFF or PICT format. We will do text layout, but illustration is not included. All covers will include a graphic you provide or one of the illustrations from the book.

Add-on Specials:

  • Add our ebook package to any level below for only $65 additional!
  • Add a dustjacket to any of the below packages for only $40 additional!
  • Add casebinding (full-color, laminated cover) for only $30 additional!
  • Extra Warehousing: $100. Since we primarily utilize print-on-demand technology, we keep only a limited supply of books on hand to reduce inventory costs and keep your prices low. This sometimes causes delays if a book sells a number of copies at once. This package will cover our warehousing costs and keep a minimum of 7-10 copies of your book in stock at all times.

Color Softcover Packages:

Level 1: Includes all of the above services and one free book. This is the perfect package for the author who just wants to give POD a try.
Level 1 Price: $625 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 2: Includes the basic services, Library of Congress number and three free books.
Level 2 Price: $700 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 3: Includes all of the basic services, Library of Congress number, five free books and a personal storefront for two years.
Level 3 Price: $900 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 4: Includes all of Level 3 services, plus professional text editing package.
Level 4 Price: $1,200 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 5: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Bronze Marketing Package.
Level 5 Price: $1,510 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 6: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Silver Marketing Package.
Level 6 Price: $1,690 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 7: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Gold Marketing Package.
Level 7 Price: $2,095 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Minimum Retail Prices for Color Softcover Books:

Number of Pages:Minimum Retail:
12-24$9.95
25-36$12.95
37-48$14.95
49-60$16.95

Color Hardcover Packages:

Level 1: Includes all of the above services and one free book. This is the perfect package for the author who just wants to give POD a try.
Level 1 Price: $700 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 2: Includes the basic services, Library of Congress number and three free books.
Level 2 Price: $775 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 3: Includes all of the basic services, Library of Congress number, five free books and a personal storefront for two years.
Level 3 Price: $975 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 4: Includes all of Level 3 services, plus professional text editing package.
Level 4 Price: $1,275 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 5: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Bronze Marketing Package.
Level 5 Price: $1,585 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 6: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Silver Marketing Package.
Level 6 Price: $1,765 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

Level 7: Includes all of Level 4 services and the Gold Marketing Package.
Level 7 Price: $2,160 (plus $14 annual maintenance fee, with the first year free)

What is in the Marketing Packages?

  • Bronze Marketing Package: $400 (if purchased separately). Includes professional press release, 100 four-color business cards, and a personal storefront for two years!
  • Silver Marketing Package: $700 (if purchased separately). With this package, we will write a press release and send it to over 200 media outlets and send review copies of your book to at least 10 major reviewers. You will also get a Personal Storefront for two years and 100 four-color business cards.
  • Gold Marketing Package: $1,300 (if purchased separately). This package includes a professional press release written and distributed to over 200 media outlets, review copies of your book sent to at least 15 major reviewers, a Personal Storefront for two years, placement in Ingram's Advance Magazine, 500 four-color post cards, 500 business cards and 500 2X6" book markers.