Paperback Book Printing

Print Your Own Book from Just One Copy

Whether you're a self-published author, a student submitting a thesis or a business producing a high-end company publication, professional book printing has never been more accessible. At Pixartprinting, we make it easy to print a book online in the UK — from a single copy right through to large print runs — with a choice of binding styles, formats, paper types and finishes to suit every project and every budget. With free delivery on every order, your finished book will arrive straight to your door, wherever you are in the UK.

Our online book printing service is designed to give you complete creative control. Choose your format, select your paper, customise your cover and upload your print-ready file — it really is that straightforward. And because we print from as little as one single copy, there's no need to commit to a large run before you're ready.

Custom Book Printing: Choose Your Binding Style

The way your book is bound says a great deal about its quality and purpose. At Pixartprinting, we offer two professional binding options to suit different types of publication. Perfect Binding is the most widely used method for paperback book printing. Pages are gathered into a single block and glued to the cover spine using a professional binding process that ensures better glue penetration and a clean, polished finish. It's ideal for novels, guides, manuals, catalogues and self-published titles of all kinds. Cover options include a standard paperback or a paperback with flaps — a premium touch that adds a bookmark function and extra space for author notes or additional information.

Sewn Binding offers an even higher level of durability. With this method, the pages of your publication are sewn together in a single block before being glued to the cover, resulting in a book that lies flat when open and withstands repeated use exceptionally well. It's particularly recommended for theses, art books, portfolios and any publication intended to last. For further guidance on choosing the right binding for your project, take a look at our blog post: Binding explained: choosing the best type for your publication .

Online Book Printing in Every Format You Need

When you print your own book with Pixartprinting, you're not limited to standard sizes. Our perfect paperback binding is available in a range of popular formats — including A4, A5, A6, 21 x 21 cm, 16.5 x 24 cm and 30 x 30 cm — as well as a fully custom format option where you simply enter the width and height you require. Sewn binding is available in A4, A5, 11 x 18 cm, 14.8 x 14.8 cm, 17 x 17 cm and 17 x 24 cm. Both options support portrait and landscape orientation, giving you the flexibility to create a book that's truly your own.

When calculating your page count, bear in mind that the total must include the four pages that make up the cover (front, back, inside front and inside back) as well as all interior pages. The total must be a multiple of 2 for perfect binding and a multiple of 16 for sewn binding. We recommend downloading the Template and Instructions available on the product page to ensure your file is set up correctly. For a more detailed overview of how books are structured, our blog guide on how books are structured is a great place to start.

Print a Book on Premium Paper: Our Full Range of Stocks

The paper you choose has a significant impact on how your finished book looks, feels and reads. Our custom book printing service offers a wide selection of interior paper stocks to match your creative vision.

For crisp text and vibrant imagery, Classic Demimatt and Classic Gloss are reliable, high-quality coated options that deliver sharp detail and rich colour. If you're looking for something with a more luxurious feel, Pearl Paper offers a silky, pearly surface with an ice-white tone that elevates photographs and fine-detail work. For a distinctive tactile quality, Turner features a felt-marked, orange-peel texture on both sides — ideal for high-end publications and brand-led projects.

Sustainability-conscious publishers will appreciate our Recycled Paper, made from 100% recycled fibres, or Underwood, a naturally toned stock with an eco-friendly character. For a clean, elegant result on uncoated paper, Extraprint and Ice White both deliver excellent print quality with a smooth, refined finish. Rounding out the range, Rembrandt offers a laid texture with bright colour reproduction, while our Two-Side Coated Card at 400 gsm provides exceptional stiffness and durability for premium applications.

Not sure which paper to choose? Our guide on typesetting a book includes practical advice on preparing your file and selecting the right specifications for your publication.

Cover Options for Paperback Book Printing

Your cover is the first thing readers see, so it's worth getting right. For perfect binding, you can choose between a classic paperback cover or a paperback with flaps — an elegant option that adds a professional finish and additional space for blurbs, author bios or promotional content. For sewn binding, a paperback cover is available, providing a clean and timeless look suited to a wide range of publication types. Need inspiration? Our blog post on how to design a book cover walks you through the key principles of effective cover design.

Special Finishes and Lamination for Single Book Printing in the UK

Elevate your book's cover with our range of premium finishes and lamination options. Choose from matt, gloss or soft-touch lamination to protect your cover and give it a refined, tactile quality. For an extra layer of luxury, our special finishes — 3D varnish, gold foil and silver foil — add depth, shine and a truly premium feel that makes your book stand out from the moment it's picked up. Even one off book printing orders can benefit from these finishing options, so there's no reason to compromise on quality regardless of the size of your print run.

How to Order Your Custom Book Printing Online

Ordering your printed book with Pixartprinting is a straightforward process. Select your configuration options directly on the product page, then download the Template and Instructions file to set up your artwork correctly. Once your file is ready, place your order, upload your print-ready file and complete your purchase. Your finished book will be produced to the highest standard and delivered directly to your home or office — anywhere in the UK — with free shipping on every order, always.

Wondering about the cost? Our blog post on how much it costs to print a book in 2026 gives a clear and up-to-date breakdown to help you plan your budget. And if you're self-publishing, don't miss our guide on marketing strategies for promoting your self-published book — packed with practical tips on reaching your audience and building your readership.

Why Choose Pixartprinting for Book Printing in the UK?

With over 30 years' experience in online printing, Pixartprinting is one of Europe's leading print providers — and we bring that expertise to every book order, large or small. We print from a single copy with no compromise on quality, offer an extensive choice of papers, formats and finishes, and deliver to your door for free, always. Whether you're printing one copy of a personal project or a short run of a self-published novel, you'll receive the same level of care, precision and craftsmanship on every order.

Explore More Book Printing Options from Pixartprinting

Looking for a different format or binding style? Explore our full range of book and publication printing, including book printing , hardback books , catalogue printing , magazine printing and booklet printing — all available with the same low prices, premium quality and free delivery that make Pixartprinting the trusted choice for book printing in the UK.