Inner pages
Inner pages come in an even number, supplied in reading order as a multi-page PDF, with the same size and orientation throughout.
The cover and the spine
The cover is usually supplied separately because it wraps around the spine. Spine width depends on page count and paper weight: allow for it in the cover layout, and don’t place any critical element there until the width is confirmed.
Binding margins
The glue “eats” a few millimetres near the spine. Keep text away from the binding area, and avoid double-page spreads where an essential element would land right on the spine.
Check before you send
- Even number of inner pages, in order
- Cover prepared separately
- Spine sized from page count + paper weight
- Binding margin respected
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out the spine width?
It’s calculated from the page count and the paper weight. Tell us both and we’ll confirm the spine width to allow for.
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