Kickstarter Printing and Packaging for Books, Comics, Card Decks, and Journals
We help Kickstarter creators turn funded ideas into real, ready-to-ship rewards. Unlike printers that only produce one item, we can build the entire reward bundle in one place — books, comics, card decks, journals, art books, rulebooks, stickers, posters, slipcases, rigid and magnetic boxes, trays/inserts, and even board-game components. Everything is fully custom, so you can offer both a Standard Edition and a Deluxe / Collector Edition in the same campaign.
Because all items are produced under one roof, you get matched branding, consistent colors, one production timeline, and cartons that are already separated by pledge tier. We support both full production runs and short-run, high-value rewards, so you don’t have to print thousands just to offer a “Kickstarter-only” version. We also work with campaigns on Indiegogo, Gamefound, and BackerKit and can keep the same materials, finishes, and packaging across platforms.
What We Can Produce for Kickstarter Projects
Books and art books
Hardcover or paperback in custom sizes, with options like cloth or PU covers, foil-stamped titles, soft-touch lamination, custom end sheets, dust jackets, ribbon bookmarks, slipcases, and painted/gilded edges. Perfect for “Standard” vs. “Collector” editions.
Comics and variant covers
Single issues or graphic novels in US comic, manga, or custom size. Saddle stitch, perfect bound, or even hardcover. We can print regular, foil, holo, spot-UV, or text-free “virgin” covers and keep each version separate for fulfillment.
Card and tarot decks
Tarot, oracle, affirmation, learning or TTRPG cards with premium cardstock, linen or smooth finish, rounded corners, and full-color both sides. Upgrades include holographic or foil backs, spot foil, and gilded edges. Box styles: tuck, rigid, drawer, or magnetic — with custom inserts for deck + booklet.
Journals, planners, and workbooks
Spiral/Wire-O lay-flat or hardcover casebound, with elastic bands, pen loops, tabs, pockets, and foil logos — easy to create a “Standard” and a “Deluxe” tier.
Board-game / boxed bundles
Game board, tiles, rulebooks, cards, punch tokens, player aids, plus rigid or magnetic boxes with inserts so the whole reward arrives retail-ready.
Deluxe Packaging and Collector Editions
Higher pledge tiers should look and feel different. We can add:
Slipcases or presentation boxes for books and comics
Holographic or foil dust jackets and covers for "Kickstarter Exclusive" versions
Certificates of authenticity, author-signed limited edition, and numbered runs (e.g. "1 of 300")
Custom inserts/trays to hold book + deck + extras as one gift set
All versions can be packed in separate cartons so you always know which boxes go to which backers or pledge tiers.
Prototypes and Pre-Campaign Samples
For crowdfunding projects, we can produce a pre-production sample so you can photograph it, film it, or send it to reviewers before the campaign ends. We can make sample books, sample card decks, or a mockup of the deluxe box with insert, using the same or very close materials to the final run. Samples can be sent by express so you can build your campaign page with real product shots and give backers confidence. After your campaign is funded, we move to mass production using the approved sample as the reference.
Production and Timeline
Pre-production sample / prototype: usually 5–10 working days after files are confirmed.
Mass production:
- Single paperback or saddle-stitched book: about 1 week
- Single hardcover book, card deck, or journal: about 3 weeks
- Board games or mixed products with special finishes: about 3–4 weeks
Shipping: courier is faster but more expensive; sea or air + local delivery is more economical for big campaigns. We can quote printing and shipping together so you see the total landed cost.
We can align the schedule with your pledge manager or fulfillment timeline.
Shipping and Fulfillment Support
Most creators need their rewards to arrive to a fulfillment partner, not to their own home. We can:
- Ship to your chosen fulfillment center or 3PL
- Pack by pledge tier so your team can start shipping right away
- Offer courier/express for samples and smaller rewards
- Offer sea or air solutions for bigger, heavier, or mixed reward bundles
This way you can print economically in China and still deliver smoothly to backers around the world. We can quote printing and shipping together so you see the total landed cost.
Why Creators Use Our Kickstarter Printing Service
25+ Years of Experience: Trusted by publishers and authors worldwide.
Low MOQs for special tiers
We can print short runs of hardcovers, variant-cover comics, tarot/oracle decks, or boxed sets, so you can offer early-bird, signed, numbered, or "Kickstarter exclusive" rewards without holding too much inventory.
Premium finishes to justify higher pledges
Foil stamping, holographic effects, soft-touch, spot UV, emboss/deboss, painted or gilded edges, cloth or faux-leather covers, dust jackets, slipcases, rigid and magnetic boxes — everything you need to make higher tiers feel collectible.
One supplier for all printed items
Book + comic + deck + rulebook + box + insert — produced together, color-matched, and packed separately. No chasing multiple vendors.
Assembling, pre-packing, and labeling for fulfillment
If you need fulfillment-friendly packaging, we can assemble, pack, and label cartons as Standard / Signed / Deluxe / All-In, so your fulfillment partner knows what to ship without extra sorting.
Experience with Kickstarter and other platforms
We work with authors, illustrators, comic artists, tarot creators, TTRPG / board-game teams, and lifestyle brands. We understand pledge levels, stretch goals, variant covers, and delivery timelines.
Kickstarter Printing FAQs
Can I make different editions for different pledge levels?
Yes. We can print Standard and Deluxe/Collector versions in the same run and pack them separately.
Can you do holographic, foil, spot UV, and soft-touch?
Yes — these are some of the most common upgrades for Kickstarter printing and Kickstarter packaging.
Can you print my comic, plus a tarot deck, plus a box to hold everything?
Yes. That’s exactly what we do for multi-item reward bundles.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We can pack by tier and ship to your fulfillment partner, or ship by courier from China to many countries, or we can ship each package directly to your backers by FedEx.
QinPrinting Reviews
I was nervous and unsure of everything. Nelson was so patient and respectful and replied promptly. It took years for me to complete but I was so happy for his service and patient manner. Cards look beautiful and feedback was excellent from people.Will definitely contact again for next project.
But what truly sets QinPrinting apart is the customer service.
A very special thank you to Sharing, who went above and beyond throughout the entire process. She was patient, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was done perfectly. Even when there were questions or tracking concerns, she handled everything with kindness, clarity, and real care. It made the whole experience smooth and stress-free.
I will absolutely continue printing with QinPrinting. Their combination of quality, reliability, and exceptional customer support, makes them my top choice for future projects.
Highly recommend!
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