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Comic Book Printing

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Comics are fabulous. They’re a place you can do things that nobody has ever done before”

 — Neil Gaiman, writer and comic book creator

In comic books, literature and art collide. Exciting, intriguing, emotive, funny. Between their pages, we find adventure, imagination, comedy and tragedy. If Shakespeare was still writing now, he’d write comic books!

At QinPrinting, we believe comics merit the same high-quality production values as any art or literature. Our passion-together with an exceptional team, technological wizardry, and personalized customer care position us among the most successful independent comic book printers anywhere in the world.

I self-publish because it’s easiest. I want to make a book, I make the book, the book gets published.”

—Kyle Baker, award-winning comic creator

Comic Book Printing Instant Quote

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MOQ: 100pcs
3.74"-12" 95-305 mm
3.74"-14.5" 95-370 mm
Binding
Inner Page Count
 Pages
32
800
Inner (Full colour printing)
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Cover(Full colour printing)
Cover Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Lamination
Surface (Multi-select available)
MOQ: 100pcs
3.74"-12.6" 95-320 mm
3.74"-16.5" 95-420 mm
Binding
Inner (Full colour printing)
Page Count
 Pages
24
800
Inner Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Paper Cover (Full colour printing)
157 gsm / 58 lb Cover
Lamination
Cloth Type
5519-black
5403-navy-blue
5409-brown
5522-oatmeal
5531-wine
5529-grey
5206-orange
5135-forest-green
Leather Type
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* We have more leathers to choose from, let us know what you want

Surface (Multi-select available)
Grey Board Thickness
Spine styles
End sheet
End Sheet Paper
Offset / Uncoated Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Flap Width
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Dust Jacket Paper
1 gsm ≈ 0.68 lb Text Paper
Lamination
Surface (Multi-select available)
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000-off-white
030-black
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252-hot-red
374-peacoat
847-turftan
589-hunter
275-wine
750-torrid-orange
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Custom Comic Book Printing Costs

At QinPrinting, we work closely every day with self-published creators to print exceptionally beautiful comic books of outstanding calibre. But we fully understand that many talented independent creatives must still work within a restricted budget. That’s why we strive constantly to work as efficiently as we can to deliver comic books of unmatched quality at prices that you can’t beat.

Don’t take that on trust. You can get an idea of your comic book printing costs with the simple price chart below. The exact cost of printing your comic book with us will depend on the paper you choose, the coating and finish for the cover and interior pages, and other factors. To get a precise, project-specific quote, use our Online Printing Cost Calculator. Unlike other offset printers who have an MOQ (minimum order quantity) of 500 or more copies, we’re happy to print as few as 100 in a single run.

Softcover Comic Book Printing Price Chart (6.7" x 10.2")

All prices listed in CAD

Quantity 100pcs 500pcs 1000pcs 2000pcs 5000pcs
Page count
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
Unit
Total
48pp + 4pp
$5.68
$568
$1.57
$783
$0.96
$962
$0.71
$1,421
$0.58
$2,920
64pp + 4pp
$7.02
$702
$1.95
$974
$1.22
$1,216
$0.90
$1,799
$0.74
$3,683
96pp + 4pp
$9.71
$971
$2.71
$1,355
$1.72
$1,723
$1.28
$2,557
$1.05
$5,250
128pp + 4pp
$12.40
$1,240
$3.50
$1,750
$2.23
$2,229
$1.67
$3,348
$1.36
$6,778
  • Please note that all prices are EXW our facility and do not include shipping costs.
  • Cover: 200 gsm / 74 lb coated cover paper with gloss lamination
  • Inner: 105 gsm / 71 lb coated text paper for interior
  • Sewn and perfect binding
  • Cover and inner: full colour printing

And don’t forget that we’re real people at QinPrinting and we’re always willing to answer questions you may have. Just get in touch by whichever means you prefer — email, telephone, Skype, or our handy online contact form. One of our expert team members will be delighted to assist.

Common Comic Book Sizes

We can print any size comic book you want, although unusual custom prints will cost a little more than standard sizes because of the extra work involved in preparing the plates and setting up the machines. The most common size for a comic book is 6.625″ by 10.25″. From a commercial perspective, it’s often in the self-publisher’s interest to stick to this format. It’s effective and inexpensive, meets customer expectations, and cuts down on set-up time, leading to a faster turnaround.

On the other hand, why not experiment? If you have good reason to innovate, you could try a larger 7.3″ by 11″ tabloid size comic, a smaller 5.5″ by 8.5″ pocket edition, or switch things up with a landscape rather than portrait orientation. It’s all possible. The only limits are your imagination and how the comic-buying public will respond. Check out this handy comic book print-size chart.

Common Comic Book Size Chart

6.625" x 10.25" 7" x 10.375" 5" x 7.5" 6" x 9"
7.3″ x 11″
5.5″ x 8.5″
8″ x 10″
8.5″ x 11″
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Landscape comic book printing
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Custom Size

Comic Book Paper Options

The paper on which you choose to print your comic book changes its appearance, durability, and cost. Many commercially produced comic books use lightweight, uncoated paper stock for black-and-white interiors and heavier, coated paper for colour interiors. These standards are fine for most comics.

But at QinPrinting we recommend 105 gsm / 71 lb, 128 gsm / 86 lb, 157 gsm / 106 lb coated paper or 80 gsm / 54 lb, 100 gsm / 68 lb, 120 gsm / 81 lb uncoated paper for comic book interiors as they give a lovely crisp, vibrant finish to the artwork and make the text easy to read. It will also stop the artwork “bleeding through” to the other side of the page.

Choosing book interior paper depends on the book size and book thickness, too. As a general rule, we recommend thinner paper for the interior. Thinner paper can be opened flat easily which is best for a small size book. If the interior paper is too thick, smaller books can be harder to open. 

If the book is 8.5″ x 11″ or larger, we recommend thicker paper for the interior. For example, 128 gsm / 86 lb, 157 gsm / 106 lb coated paper or 100 gsm / 68 lb uncoated paper.

If the book has 32 pages or less and you want to use perfect binding, we recommend 200 gsm / 135 lb coated paper to reach the required spine width.

Paperback Cover Paper

Hardcover Paper

Interior Paper

You can download a book cover template to check the book spine thickness according to different paper types and page amounts here.

Paper for the cover of your comic depends on your choice of bindings. Typically, we make comic book covers of heavier, gloss art paper. But you can also use the same paper as your interior, in which case we refer to this as “self-covered”. Saddle stitched, perfect bound, or hardcovers are the best options for comic books you want to last and look truly professional.

Bindings for Comic Books

While many comic books are “self-covered”, the style of binding you choose depends on the genre, length, reader expectations, and your budget. The most popular options for professional comic books are “saddle stitching” and “perfect binding”. Comic book creators may also choose hardcovers for special editions or series collections. 

This means that we make the comic of folded sheets stacked inside each other, often with an added cover sheet of glossy art paper, and then stapled together down the curved edge. The name comes from the original process of sewing the pages together with binding thread. Saddle stitch is only possible with a page count divisible by four, up to a maximum of 64 pages. But to make sure the book is neat and lays flat, we recommend a limit of 48 pages or fewer for this style of binding.

This is the binding used for standard paperback books. We collate the interior pages into a block, glued together, and then glued into a wrap-around cover made of heavier art paper or lightweight card stock.

In this binding, we organize the interior pages in “signatures” which are then sewn and glued into a hard cardboard casing covered with a printed sheet to form the cover.

Self-covers are the most inexpensive option and hardcovers are the costliest, with perfect bound edition falling somewhere in-between. The final cost always depends on the materials, size, length, and number of copies printed in a single run.

Comic Book Design and Artwork Tips

The quality of your artwork reproduction is always important, but never more so than when printing a comic book. Whether your comic is a series of short cartoon strips designed to raise a laugh, an exciting story for children, or a complex narrative for adults, you want your artwork to “leap off the page” into the reader’s imagination. With that in mind, here are a few useful tips to help you when you’re preparing your files for the printer.

PDF

Export your files as vectors in PDF format for the best results. Our recommended software options for comic book design are Adobe InDesign or Adobe Illustrator. These will also allow you to convert your colour space from RGB to CMYK which you will need to do for offset printing

300dpi

If you can’t deliver vectors — say, if you’re exporting bitmaps from Photoshop — then make sure the resolution is at least 300 DPI. With vectors, you needn’t worry about resolution, but all other images must have a high definition to tolerate resizing without becoming fuzzy and “pixilated”

3 mm bleed zone

You’ll need to add a “bleed zone” of 3 mm around all your pages. A bleed is an extended zone at the periphery of your artwork, which falls outside the area that your finished page will cover. Once we’ve printed your pages, we’ll cut them to the exact size needed for your comic book format. This “bit extra” gets cut off and makes sure that the finished image fills the page with none of it being lost. You should mark bleed zones as red lines

trim line 10mm

Inside your bleed zone, don’t forget to mark the “trim lines”. These will define the final dimensions of the finished page. Make sure that any necessary elements of your images stop at least 10 mm short of the trim line

If you’re working with a professional designer to create your files, they should understand what’s needed to make everything “print ready”. But if you’re working with design software yourself for the first time, these are the vital tips to remember before you submit your files. Still, our team of experts will always manually check all your files before we go to press. If we find any issues, we’ll let you know and help you resolve them. We won’t print your comic until we’re sure we’ll get a perfect result.

Have other questions? Contact us!

Comic Books Crowdfunding

Unlike several other printing companies, we genuinely care about all our clients — not just the check! We genuinely want you to succeed. So, if you’re running a crowdfunding campaign, say on Kickstarter, talk to us first. We’ll be happy to help you with comic book design templates, free artwork checking, and special discounts on a range of optimal printing solutions.
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Let's Talk!

If you’re an indie author or a small press wanting to print a comic book — and only the finest product and unbeatable customer service will do — we should talk. Get in touch today to chat through your needs or to ask for a no-obligation quote. We can’t wait to help you make your next comic the best!

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Size

Choose preset dimensions from the dropdown menu or click “Custom Size” to enter your own custom dimensions.

Please use the format, width x height; so, 5.5″ x 8.5″ would mean 5.5″ wide and 8.5″ high. The possible size range is 3.74″ to 11.69″ in width or height, allowing for portrait or landscape orientation.

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Sewing and perfect binding

A premium variation of perfect binding that includes sewn pages for enhanced durability and the ability to lay flat without breaking the spine. Recommended for books with heavier interior paper or more than 200 pages.

Sewing and perfect binding

Page Count Range: 32–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Perfect binding

A widely used binding method for softcover books, where pages are glued to a heavier cover. Ideal for books with more than 48 pages and fairly thin paper (80 gsm / 54 lb or 105 gsm / 71 lb text paper). It offers a sleek, professional look and is an economical choice for various genres.
perfect binding

Page Count Range: 32–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Saddle stitch binding

A cost-effective binding method using staples or thread along the spine, suitable for booklets, magazines, and workbooks with 48 pages or fewer.

saddle stitch binding

Page Count Range: 4–64 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Wire-O binding

A strong, double-loop wire binding that allows pages to lie flat and turn easily. Ideal for textbooks, instructional guides, and manuals that require frequent handling. Available in various coil colors to match your design.

wire-o binding

Page Count Range: 4–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Spiral Binding

Uses a plastic or metal coil to bind pages, allowing them to rotate 360 degrees. A durable and flexible choice for cookbooks, workbooks, and reference materials. Available in multiple coil colors for customized look.

spiral binding

Page Count Range: 4–800 pages

If you need more pages, please contact us.

Inner Page Count

You can adjust the page count by typing directly, clicking the plus or minus buttons, or dragging the horizontal slider.

Note: Inner pages do not include the cover, endpapers, dust jacket—only the internal content pages.

One sheet of paper is equal to two pages.

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page sheet

Inner Paper

Please select your paper choice for your book. If you have a special request not listed here, get in touch. 

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Gloss Art Paper
A shiny, reflective surface that makes colors vibrant and images pop, perfect for illustrations, cartoons, and photographs. It delivers high-quality color reproduction, ideal for interior pages with rich visuals.
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Matte Art Paper
Provides a smooth, non-glossy finish that reduces glare and makes text easier to read. It offers excellent image reproduction while preserving a professional, subdued look for both graphics and text.

Offset Paper

Offset (Uncoated) Paper
A natural, uncoated paper that provides a smooth, absorbent surface, making it ideal for writing. It offers excellent opacity and brightness, ensuring text is crisp and clear. This paper is commonly used for books that emphasize readability and is often chosen for trade paperback novels, coloring books, etc.

Matte Lamination

A smooth, non-glossy finish that gives a sophisticated, soft appearance while reducing glare.

matte lamination

Gloss Lamination

Gloss lamination adds a shiny, smooth look that elevates the vibrancy and color of  printed surface.

Note: Spot UV is not available with this option.

gloss lamination

Soft Touch Lamination

Soft touch lamination is a relatively new technique. The result is similar to matte lamination, but the surface has a delightful, almost velvet feel which speaks of quality and luxury.

soft-touch lamination

Varnish

A light protective coating that adds subtle sheen and protection. 

Note: Spot UV is not available with this option.

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Spot UV

Spot UV applies a clear, glossy coating to specific areas—such as titles, logos, or images—to enhance contrast and visual appeal.

Not suitable for surfaces with gloss lamination or varnish.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

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Gold Foil Stamping

Gold foil stamping adds a luxurious metallic finish to text or design elements, making them stand out with a subtle shimmer.

Custom shapes and other foil colors are available upon request.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 5.9″ × 1.18″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

gold foil stamping

Silver Foil Stamping

Silver foil stamping adds a sleek metallic finish to text or design elements, creating a polished, eye-catching effect.

Custom shapes and other foil colors are available upon request.

Note: This option supports foil areas up to 5.9″ × 1.18″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

silver foil stamping

Emboss

Embossing creates a raised effect on selected text or design elements, adding depth and a tactile dimension to your print.

Note: This option supports embossed areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

emboss

Hardcover Wire-O Binding

Hardcover Wire-O Binding uses a durable wire coil to securely bind pages, allowing the book to lay flat when open.

Please note, this binding type is not compatible with cloth or leather covers.

Multiple wire colors are available to complement your design.

Hardcover wire-o binding

Deboss

Debossing presses text or design elements into the surface, creating a recessed effect for a subtle, sophisticated look.

Note: This option supports debossed areas up to 7.87″ × 1.96″. For larger sizes, please contact us.

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Square Back

Square Back refers to a book spine with sharp, clean edges that create a flat, rectangular profile.

This style delivers a crisp, modern appearance and allows for clear, easy-to-read spine text.

hardcover Binding Square spine

Round Back

Round Back refers to a book spine with a rounded, curved shape designed specifically for very thick books, typically 320 pages or more.

This construction allows the book to open more fully and lie flatter, providing a comfortable reading experience for thick volumes.

hardcover Binding Round spine

Endsheet Paper

  • If your book size is 8.5″ x 11″ or less with an interior page count of fewer than 320 pages, then a good option for the end sheets is 140 gsm / 95 lb offset paper.
  • If your book size is larger than 8.5″ x 11″, then 180 gsm / 122 lb offset paper would be better.

Dust Jacket

The dust jacket is the most common and practical cover for hardcover books. It can be used by itself as a removable cover, or placed over a hardcover that already has a printed image wrap, combining both for added protection and style.

It provides a total of ten printable surfaces—five on the outside and five on the inside. The two folded-in sections on each side are called flaps.

Dust Jacket