Frequently Asked Questions: Special Editions

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A special edition book is a version of a book that differs from the standard edition by including unique features such as special cover designs, additional content, limited print runs, or premium packaging. These editions often come with added enhancements like foil stamping, sprayed edges, custom-colored endpapers, Spot Gloss UV, reversible dust jackets, character illustrations, vellum inserts, personally signed tipped-in pages, and more.

Collector’s Edition: Features unique cover art, signed copies, or extra content like author notes or behind-the-scenes information.

Limited Edition: Printed in a limited quantity, making them more valuable and collectible.

Deluxe Edition: Includes premium materials such as leather binding, gilt edges, foil stamping, sprayed edges, custom-colored endpapers, Spot Gloss UV, reversible dust jackets, character illustrations, vellum inserts, and personally signed tipped-in pages.

Anniversary Edition: Released to commemorate significant milestones, such as the anniversary of the book’s original publication.

Illustrated Edition: Contains exclusive artwork or illustrations not found in the standard edition.

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Omnibus: Combines a series or a duet into a single volume.

Absolutely! We have a team of 15 skilled designers who specialize in various aspects of special edition book design, including stenciled edges, endpapers, covers, dust jackets (including reversible ones), interior formatting, chapter headers, duplexes, slipcases, book boxes, and much more.

Fantastic! We are happy to work with authors at any stage of the process. Whether you need assistance with part of the design, the whole design, or just production, we’re here to meet your needs. If you already have all the artwork complete, please download our guidelines on print-ready files so that you’re prepared with the necessary file types when submitting your order.

Our minimum order quantity is 250 books per title. The more you order, the lower the cost per book, which increases your margins.

We are a global printing company with three book manufacturers overseas. Please note that we do not print special editions in the USA.

Production takes approximately 30 days, with an additional 30-45 days for shipping. If you need expedited shipping, we can arrange for your order to be shipped via a faster boat, which will reduce shipping time to around 25 days but increase shipping costs.

Absolutely. We can ship anywhere in the world. Additionally, we can split shipments if needed. For example, if you want half of your books sent to one country and the other half to another, we can accommodate that.

Absolutely! Please visit our portfolio page to view the unique designs and books we’ve produced.

If you’re ready to order, you have two options: you can schedule a Zoom meeting with us (click here to book) or email [email protected] directly. We’re excited to help you bring your special edition book to life!

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(Please note minimum order quantity is 250 books.)