Print-on-Demand Publishing
Print-On-Demand (POD) is the best way to print, sell, and distribute your book online and in major bookstores.
Foglio Custom Book Specialists uses advanced print-on-demand technology to publish and distribute your book.
What is Print-on-Demand?
Print-on-Demand is a modern system and printing technology that creates your book only when someone orders it, rather than printing a large number in advance and storing them. This method works great for books and other items like art and t-shirts.
Why Use Print-on-Demand (POD) When You Self-Publish a Book?
With print-on-demand, your book can be sold through many outlets. Customers can order from online sellers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and bookstores can order your book too. You don’t need to print a lot of books ahead of time, track inventory, or handle shipping. You also won’t pay upfront costs. When a book is sold, the order goes to the printer, and the book is printed and shipped directly to the customer, so it’s never out of stock. Plus, you can update your book easily if needed without dealing with unsold copies.
How Print-on-Demand (POD) Works for Books
If you need author copies of your book, you can order them directly from the printer for your events or to give to friends and family. You’ll only pay the printing cost, not the retail price, and there are no extra fees from Foglio Custom Book Specialists.
POD Key Advantages in a Nutshell:
No upfront costs and no need to buy books in advance
No inventory to manage
Update your book edition or version anytime
National and global distribution through online outlets and bookstores
Choice of many sizes and trims for your book
We handle the complex details
Foglio Takes Care of the Fine Details
After the design is complete and the cover and interior files are ready, we upload them to a print-on-demand printer. We provide the printer with title information (metadata), including the book description, categories, keywords, and retail price. We also register your book and obtain an ISBN with Library and Archives Canada and set up your distribution channels.
Once the files are approved, Foglio will send you a digital proof for review. After any needed changes are made, we proceed with publishing.
Can I Choose the Size and Trim of My Book Based on Its Genre?
Yes, you can choose from many sizes and trims. Foglio Custom Book Specialists will guide you through the options based on your needs, distribution goals, and genre. We also offer hardcover versions.
Here are some popular sizes and trims we use:
5 x 8 inches (best for poetry collections)
5.5 x 8.5 inches (recommended for most novels and memoirs)
6 x 9 inches (best for longer novels and history books)
8 x 10 inches (great for coffee table books and textbooks)
8.5 x 8.5 inches (best for children’s books)
8.5 x 11 inches (traditional letter size book)
11 x 8.5 inches (landscape orientation)
And more (additional sizes available)
What’s the Impact of POD on My Royalties?
All Foglio Custom Book Specialists authors keep 100% of their royalties, meaning you earn all the profits from your book sales. Royalties and net earnings depend on factors like retail price, printing cost, and distribution channel. To learn more, check out our guide on calculating book royalties and see how much you’ll earn from each sale.
All our publishing packages include setup for print-on-demand and preferred bookstore distribution.
Ready to Publish Your Manuscript with POD Publishing?
Foglio Custom Book Specialists can help you with this and more. Explore our publishing options or schedule a consultation call to start your publishing journey.
