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Graphic Novel Printing

Graphic novels are a unique storytelling medium that combines captivating narratives with striking illustrations, appealing to readers of all ages. Whether for children’s adventures or adult-themed stories, graphic novels allow creators to express ideas and emotions visually, making the reading experience immersive and engaging. Every detail, from paper selection to size and printing quality, impacts how the story comes to life and connects with the audience.

At BookPrintingChina, we offer high-quality graphic novel printing services for artists, authors, publishers, and independent creators. Whether you need a small or large print run, we deliver premium results at competitive prices. Beyond printing, we provide artwork support such as free file checking and custom templates, sample and proofing options, and global shipping solutions to ensure your project is seamless from start to finish.

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Online Graphic Novel Printing Services

Bring your stories to life with our online graphic novel printing services, crafted to fit both your vision and budget. Whether full-color for vibrant illustrations or classic black-and-white, we deliver stunning results for independent releases or large runs.

Choose from hardcover, paperback, or spiral bindings, and explore a variety of premium paper stocks and finishes. At every step, we make it easy to create a professional, eye-catching graphic novel that connects with readers.

Graphic Novel Printing Sizes

Unlike comic books, which follow a fixed standard size, graphic novels come in a variety of dimensions depending on design preferences and target audiences. Common sizes include 6” × 9”, 5.5” × 8.5”, 7” × 10”, 7.5” × 10”, and the standard comic book size of 6.625” × 10.25”. Smaller formats suit manga-style books or young adult stories, while larger sizes allow for more detailed artwork and dramatic layouts.

If you prefer to showcase intricate illustrations, you can choose larger formats such as 7.3” × 11”, 8.5” × 11”, or even bigger. Keep in mind that larger sizes may increase printing and shipping costs, so consider your budget and audience when selecting the perfect size.

At BookPrintingChina, we also offer fully custom sizes to bring your creative vision to life.

Paper Graphic Novel Printing

When printing graphic novels, selecting the right paper stock and weight is essential. Paper choice impacts the book’s appearance and tactile feel, while weight influences durability. At BookPrintingChina, we provide a wide range of options to meet your specific needs.

For full-color or illustration-rich graphic novels, coated paper is ideal, offering a smooth finish that enhances color vibrancy and detail. For a more natural texture or black-and-white printing, uncoated paper provides an excellent alternative.

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Glossy Art Paper

Smooth, coated surface with high sheen that enhances color saturation and image sharpness.
Common Weights:
80 -200 gsm (54-135 lb text)
250 -350 gsm (92-129 lb cover)

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Matte Art Paper

Non-glossy coated finish that reduces glare while maintaining rich colors, offering a refined, professional look.
Common Weights:
80 -200 gsm (54-135 lb text)
250 -350 gsm (92-129 lb cover)

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Uncoated Paper

Uncoated paper absorbs ink more evenly, producing softer tones and a classic feel that is comfortable for extended reading.
Common Weights:
80 gsm - 180 gsm ( 54 - 122 lb text)

At BookPrintingChina, we also offer a wide range of specialty papers and materials to meet the unique design and branding needs of our clients. For example,

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FSC-certified Paper

We provide FSC-certified paper choices and can print the FSC logo on your product to highlight its eco-friendly quality.

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Textured Paper

Paper with tactile surfaces such as linen or felt, adding depth, character, and a premium artistic & handcrafted feel.

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Vellum Paper

Translucent, smooth paper that creates layered visual effects, commonly used for inserts, title pages, overlays, or special design accents.

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PU Leather

Durable synthetic leather material with smooth texture and flexibility, often used for premium covers, planners, and notebooks.

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Fabric

Cloth materials such as linen or cotton used for book covers, providing a classic, elegant appearance and enhanced durability.

Not sure which paper is right for your project? Get in touch with our printing experts for personalized recommendations.

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Common Graphic Novel Binding Options

The binding method you choose for your graphic novel plays a significant role in its overall look and durability. At BookPrintingChina, we offer two popular binding options for graphic novel printing: sewn perfect binding and case binding.

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Hardcover Binding

Case bound binding provides a more premium and durable finish. This binding method involves sewing the pages together and attaching them to a hardcover. Case bound graphic novels are known for their sturdiness and longevity, making them a great option for collectors or special editions

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Sewn Perfect Binding

Sewn perfect binding is a versatile and cost-effective binding method that allows the book to lay flat when opened. This makes it ideal for graphic novels with double-page spreads or intricate artwork that spans across multiple pages. Sewn perfect binding also ensures that the pages stay securely in place, even with frequent use.

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Board Book Binding

Saddle-stitch binding is a popular option for single-issue or thin comic books, with folded, stapled pages that lay flat, suitable for under 64 pages in multiples of four.

If you’re unsure which binding best suits your project or can’t find the option you need, please contact our expert team or visit our “binding” pages for detailed guidance.

Graphic Novel Finish Options

To give your book a polished and professional look, we provide various surface finishing options. Here are some popular choices:

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Glossy Lamination

Glossy lamination adds a shiny, reflective finish that enhances colors, protects the cover from scratches.

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Matte Lamination

Matte lamination provides a smooth, non-reflective finish that feels soft to the touch, reduces glare.

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Soft-touch Lamination

Soft touch lamination creates a velvety, suede-like finish that feels luxurious, reduces fingerprints.

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Spot UV

Spot UV adds glossy, raised highlights to specific design areas, creating contrast, enhancing detail.

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Varnish

Varnish provides a protective coating that enhances durability, reduces smudging, and adds subtle shine.

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Foil Stamping

Foil stamping applies metallic or pigmented foil onto the surface using heat and pressure, creating eye-catching, luxurious accents.

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Emboss

Embossing creates a raised, three-dimensional design on paper or cardstock, adding texture, depth.

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Deboss

Debossing creates an indented design pressed into paper or cardstock, adding subtle texture and depth.

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Die Cut

Die cutting uses a custom-shaped blade to precisely cut or remove areas of paper, cardstock, or packaging.

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Gilded Edges

Gilded edges apply a thin layer of metallic foil—often gold or silver—to the edges of book pages.

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Rounded Corner

Rounded corners give books or printed materials smooth, curved edges, enhancing durability, reducing wear and tear.

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Perforated

Perforated pages feature small, evenly spaced holes or cuts, allowing easy and clean tearing or detachment.

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Questions & Answers

Our minimum order quantity for graphic novel printing usually starts at 100 copies. We offer a big discount for bulk orders, which means the more you print, the lower the unit price.

Yes! You can fully customize your manga with multiple cover designs or different language versions. Many publishers release variant covers to create collectible editions or appeal to different audiences. Likewise, printing in multiple languages allows you to reach a wider readership while keeping the same interior layout and artwork.

While both are illustrated stories, they differ mainly in length, format, and storytelling style:

Comic Book:

  • Usually a shorter, serialized publication (24–32 pages per issue).

  • Often part of an ongoing series with multiple issues.

  • Primarily aimed at periodic release, with cliffhangers or continuing storylines.

  • Standard size: 6.625″ × 10.25″ (168 × 260 mm).

Graphic Novel:

  • Typically a longer, standalone story or a collected edition of several comic issues.

  • Structured like a book, with a complete beginning, middle, and end.

  • Often aimed at a broader audience, including adults and general readers.

  • There are no standard sizes; sizes vary.

Yes! You can order a physical sample before placing an order to check our paper, binding and finish and printing quality.

We recommend high resolution(at least 300ppi) PDF files with embedded fonts and images, including a 3 mm bleed. If your files are created in InDesign or Illustrator, please export them as print-ready PDFs.

For small files, you can upload them directly through our online inquiry form or send them via email to sales@bookprintingchina.com. For large files, please share a download link using platforms such as WeTransfer, Dropbox, or Google Drive.

Yes, our prepress team offers free file checking, including bleed, image resolution, layout, and other technical details to ensure your files are print-ready. We can also provide templates, spine width calculation, and basic layout guidance if needed.

Yes, we offer several proofing options, including PDF proof, physical sample, dummy sample, digital printed sample, and offset printed sample.

After you complete the deposit and before mass production, we usually provide a free digitally printed sample for your confirmation.

If your graphic novel includes Pantone colors or requires strict color accuracy, we recommend ordering an offset printed proof of a few pages. Please note that offset proofs are not free; the cost depends on factors such as the number of pages, Pantone colors, and other specifications.

The graphic novel production time usually takes 10-15 days after the final file is approved. The exact timeline depends on the order quantity, binding style, design complexity, and our current production schedule. Shipping time will vary based on your destination and chosen shipping method.

We perform strict quality checks at every production stage—printing, trimming, binding, and packaging—to guarantee color accuracy and durable binding for every order.

We offer air, sea, and express shipping (DHL, FedEx, UPS). Our team will recommend the most cost-effective and reliable method based on your delivery time and budget.

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Graphic Novel File Specifications

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Bleed

Bleed is the extra margin trimmed after printing, preventing white edges. A standard bleed size is 0.125 inches (3mm).

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CMYK

CMYK is the correct color mode for printing. RGB files convert automatically and may shift colors. Use 100% black for text.

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Resolutions

Images in prepress files should be at least 300 dpi to ensure sharp details, clear images, and professional print quality.

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File Format

We recommend using high-quality PDF files, as Adobe InDesign exports print-ready PDFs for precise, consistent printing results.

At BookPrintingChina, we offer professional file-checking services and custom templates. If you’re unsure how to layout your artwork, feel free to contact us; we’re happy to provide detailed guidelines and support.

Order Process at BookPrintingChina

1

Request a Quote

Submit specs and receive your tailored quote within 1-2 hours.

2

Upload Design

Send your print-ready PDF via email or shared link easily.

3

Review Your File

We check your file for free to ensure perfect print readiness.

4

Approve Proof

Pay the deposit, then make a free digital printed proof for approval.

5

Production

Upon approval, we begin full production with strict quality control.

6

Shipping

After balance payment, we pack securely and ship by air or sea.

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BookPrintingChina Reviews

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

5 star review
Great custom designs!
Ellen at ChinaPrinting4u was responsive and helpful throughout the process of printing my books. The product was excellent, and the books arrived beautifully packed. I give the company high marks for both quality and customer service!

Katherine: 4 days ago

Excellent 4.9
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Why Choose Us For Graphic Novel Printing

Unbeatable Pricing

With over 25 years of printing and shipping experience, we help you save 30–40% on costs than other online printers.

100% Satisifiation

We guarantee 100% high quality; if you’re not completely satisfied, we promise a reprint or a full refund.

Expert Support

One-on-one professional, responsive online assistance, including pre-press artwork, material selection, shipping, etc.

Eco-friendly

All books use non-toxic soy-based inks and offer FSC-certified paper options for safe, eco-friendly, sustainable printing.

Full Customization

Custom options, including size, cover materials and interior paper stock, finish, or specialty feature to match your vision.

Global Shipping

Secure, cost-efficient worldwide shipping options ensure your books arrive safely and on time.

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We’re Love to Hear From You

We appreciate your interest in BookPrintingChina. Our goal is to deliver a graphic novel printing experience that is smooth, cost-effective, refined, and efficient from start to finish.

For general questions, simply submit the enquiry form and our sales specialists will respond promptly. To receive a precise project quote, we encourage you to use our online Quote Form, which helps us match the best options to your specific requirements. You may also contact us directly at sales@bookprintingchina.com.

Our team is available seven days a week, with most enquiries answered within 1–2 hours. We look forward to turning your ideas into beautifully printed products with the quality and attention to detail BookPrintingChina is known for.

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