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A guide to comic book sizes — from standard American issues to manga, graphic novels, and indie formats Comic book sizes aren't as fixed as...
Book Printing Insights
A guide to comic book sizes — from standard American issues to manga, graphic novels, and indie formats Comic book
You finished your first volume. The lineart is clean, the screen tones are placed, the cover illustration is glowing on
Hardcover book sizes aren't standardized the way people expect. A novel, a photography book, and a children's picture book can
You've spent months writing, editing, and designing your book. The cover looks stunning on screen. The layout feels perfect. Then
A complete guide to cover materials, foil stamping, gold gilded edges, ribbon markers, dust jackets, slipcases, and protective export packaging
Paper selection is where Bible printing diverges most sharply from standard book production. In a typical book, paper weight is
Pick up any board book and you'll notice immediately that it feels different from every other book you've ever held.
A behind-the-scenes look at a fine art book project born at the Swatch Art Peace Hotel, printed in China, and
Self-published authors are some of my favorite clients. You pour your heart into your manuscript, often balancing a full-time job,
We guide you through everything you need to get it right. Print run planning sits between finance, sales, and production.
A complete guide for publishers and self-publishers Most authors and designers understandably spend long hours on words and cover art.
You've poured your heart into writing your manuscript. The illustrations are perfect. Now comes the most exciting (and sometimes terrifying)
Card Deck Production
Face cards are among the most recognizable and visually striking elements of a standard deck of playing cards. These cards,
How packaging shapes the value of your game and divination card products Designers of game card and divination decks alike
Card decks are the building blocks of products such as board games, trading card games, or tarot cards; therefore, an
Cards Printed by QinPrinting The paper and surface finish you choose for your game cards affect every aspect of the
We take a sideways, thinking-outside-the-box approach to game card design Card Decks Printed by QinPrinting Designing a card deck—whether it's
And is there still room in the market for indie TCG designers to carve out a profitable niche? (Hint: yes!)
Board Game Manufacturing
What independent designers and publishers need to know before sending files to print Board game design is hard work. Getting
Designing a board game takes imagination, patience, and persistence. But moving from a handmade prototype to a professionally printed run
We walk you through all the essentials you'll need to get down—over and above designing a game that's fun and
Looking to crowdfund your board game? We help you navigate the Kickstarter vs Gamefound debate to choose the best platform
For your board game design to be successful, you'll need to write an exceptional rule book. Here, we explain step-by-step
We give you a comprehensive glossary of board game mechanics and an explanation of what each one is Image source:
Custom Packaging
When planning a packaging project, understanding what drives the cost of custom paperboard boxes is essential for making smart budget
Choosing the wrong box type is one of the most common—and costly—packaging mistakes. Order paperboard boxes for heavy products, and
Here's a secret the big candle brands don't want you to know: that $65 candle in the gorgeous box? The
Quick Takeaway: Order 2,000+ units to cut costs by up to 66%, right-size your box dimensions, use 300–350gsm C1S paperboard,
The material you choose for your custom packaging boxes affects everything—from how your brand is perceived to whether your products
Packaging in 2026 isn't just about protecting products anymore—it's about telling stories, proving values, and creating unforgettable unboxing moments. The
Print Production Guide
Important: Tariff rates and trade measures may change and vary by shipment. Please confirm with a licensed customs broker before
You've spent months — maybe years — on your project. You've written the manuscript, designed the cover, laid out every
You've spent months writing, editing, and designing your book. The cover looks stunning on screen. The layout feels perfect. Then
A complete guide to cover materials, foil stamping, gold gilded edges, ribbon markers, dust jackets, slipcases, and protective export packaging
Pick up an art book, a premium whisky box, or a luxury hardcover Bible and run your finger across the
Self-published authors are some of my favorite clients. You pour your heart into your manuscript, often balancing a full-time job,