About Our Partners in China

PRC is partnered with China book printers, working closely with a printing facility in China. Printing in China allows us to offer lower, competitive pricing, reducing the cost of getting your book created. Our team of professional book printers in China upholds the same high standards as domestic printers.

We’ve worked with our China book printing partners for over 13 years, developing a close relationship founded on communication and our shared commitment to quality book printing.

Printing in the United States

If expedited printing is desired, our US Printing facility can cut down on the turn-around time rather from shipping across the world. Printing in the United States not only offers expedited service, but provides high quality printing and great prices, producing with sheet-fed presses.

PRC Can Answer All of Your Hardcover Book Printing Questions

Experts in our field, PRC is here to provide all the information you may need when it comes to case bound book printing.

What is the difference between hardcover and paperback books?

Case binding is created with paper wrapped around board. The joining of these two elements protect the interior book block. All of PRC’s case bound books are Smyth Sewn and wrapped over strong boarding. This process provides the best longevity.

Paperback books, on the other hand, are only bound with paper instead of a hard board cover, although the cover material is usually a thicker stock than the interior pages. Paperback interior book blocks are either saddle stitched, glued, or signature sewn and glued to the cover.

What is a board book vs. case bound?

Board books are generally geared towards age groups 5 years of age and under; the thicker pages are easier for a young child or toddler to turn without tearing. Case binding is more common for age groups 6 and up, although PRC has produced board books for adult audiences as well upon request.

What is a hardback book?

Hardback is just another term for hardcover, or books with case binding.

How much does it cost to print a hardcover book?

The cost of producing a hard cover book depends on the trim size, paper, inks, and more. PRC Book Printing Representatives will assist in guiding you through the best options for your book, and provide transparent and cost-effective pricing.

Why are hardcover books more expensive?

Printing a case bound book is more expensive than a paperback book due to the cost of boarding and end sheets. If printing overseas, the increase in the weight of the books will also elevate the shipping costs. The retail price of a hardcover book is generally higher, however, allowing for more profit once your book hits the stores. The PRC Book Printing team will work to get you the best price for this binding method.

Do hardcover books last longer?

The pages within a hard bound book are better protected by the boarded cover, while paperback books only have a thicker paper stock, which is more easily damaged. Hard covers tend to last longer and resist damage better than paperback books, although it will depend on how the book is cared for. PRC’s hardcover books are Smyth Sewn and then cased to provide extra longevity to your books.

How do I publish a hardcover book?

When publishing any book, you must choose between traditional or self-publishing. A typical publishing checklist includes:

• Purchasing an ISBN

• Copyrighting your book

• Finding an illustrator (if necessary) or layout designer

• Finding a reliable printer, like PRC

• Finding a storage or distribution facility

• Developing a marketing plan

Sixty percent of PRC’s clients are self-publishing authors, so our team has the knowledge to direct you through the essentials of publishing.

How do I print my book?