Book Printing in Cairns

Work with a Cairns book printer that keeps production clear and reliable. We deliver book printing in Cairns for authors, schools, studios and organisations across the city — Edge Hill, Whitfield, Redlynch, Earlville and the Northern Beaches — with practical file help and dependable timelines that suit Far North Queensland.

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Formats we produce every day

  • Paperbacks (PUR perfect bound) — durable, reader-friendly spines
  • Hardcovers (case bound) — rigid boards for longevity and presentation
  • Booklets & catalogues (saddle stitch or PUR) — programs, guides and lookbooks
  • Manuals & workbooks (wire/coil available) — lay-flat training and course materials
  • Children’s books (paperback or hardcover) — sturdy stocks with vibrant colour
  • Cookbooks (lay-flat wire/coil or PUR) — kitchen-ready formats that sit flat
  • Family history — keepsake paperbacks or case-bound editions
  • Textbooks — robust builds for frequent classroom use

Why Cairns teams choose us

  • Short-run specialists — from a single proof copy to launch quantities
  • Preflight that prevents rework — bleeds, margins and spine width checked before proofing
  • Transparent quotes — clear specs and line items, no surprises
  • Predictable schedules — booked production with tracked AU-wide delivery

Recommended specs for local projects

Use proven trims and papers for readable, cost-effective results:

  • Popular trims: A5 or 6×9 in (trade) for most titles; A4 for manuals/workbooks
  • Text stocks: 80–100 gsm uncoated for text-heavy pages; 113–150 gsm coated for images
  • Covers: 250–350 gsm with matte, gloss or soft-touch lamination
  • Binding choices: PUR perfect for paperbacks; case bound for durability; saddle stitch for slimmer booklets; wire/coil for manuals and cookbooks that need to lie flat

How your Cairns print job runs

  1. Quote: send page count, trim, binding and quantity
  2. Preflight: we check bleeds, margins, fonts and colour mode
  3. Proof: approve a digital proof before production
  4. Print & dispatch: scheduled manufacturing with tracked delivery

Cost-smart tips

  • Choose common trims and stocks for efficient impositions
  • Limit interior colour to essentials to control costs
  • Use typical quantity breakpoints (e.g., 50 / 100 / 250) for better unit pricing

Ready to print? Share your spec, page count, quantity and target date. We’ll confirm a best-value setup and guide you from file check to delivery across Cairns and the Northern Beaches.

Australia’s Leaders in Short-Run Book Printing

Trade-quality paperbacks, hardcovers and booklets — no minimum order, expert help, fast AU-wide delivery.

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The Book Printing Company provides short-run book printing in Australia for self-publishers and organisations. We print paperback (perfect bound), hardcover, saddle-stitched and wire/coil/comb books with trade-quality trims, accurate colour and durable binding. No minimum order, fast proofs, and Australia-wide delivery with expert help on file prep and design.

Binding Typical page count* Popular sizes Papers (inside / cover) Best for
Paperback (Perfect) Up to 700* A5, 5×8, 6×9, A4 80–120gsm / 250–300gsm cover Novels, memoirs, non-fiction
Hardcover (Case) Up to 700* A5, 6×9, A4 80–150gsm / case wrap Photo & art books, premium editions
Saddle-stitched Up to 48 internal pages* A5, A4 100–170gsm / 250gsm cover Programs, booklets, zines
Wire / Coil / Comb 10–300 A5, A4 100–170gsm Workbooks, manuals, cookbooks

* Capacities shown assume 80gsm uncoated text stock. Need help choosing? Start with book sizes or use our spine width calculator.

Book Binding Options & Calculators — Paperback, Hardcover, Saddle Stitch, Spiral

Choose your binding, then price it instantly. For one-off orders see print on demand, or compare quantities on our short-run guide.

Paperback book printing — perfect bound example

Paperback Book Printing (Perfect Bound)

Trade-quality softcover. Up to ~700 pages on 80 gsm.

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Hardcover book printing — case binding options

Hardcover Book Printing (Case Bound)

Durable case-bound. Up to ~700 pages on 80 gsm.

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Saddle-stitched booklet printing — staples visible on spine

Saddle-Stitched Booklet Printing

Booklets and programs. Up to ~48 internal pages.

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Spiral and wire bound book printing — lay-flat workbooks

Spiral / Wire / Comb Book Printing

Lay-flat manuals and workbooks. ~10–300 pages.

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Popular book projects

Quick links to our most-requested specs and guides.

Children’s book printing Heavy stocks & durable covers Memoir book printing B/W or colour interiors Family history books Premium keepsake options A5 book printing Popular trim size Short-run book printing 50–500 copies Print on demand Order copies as needed Paperback book printing Perfect bound Hardcover book printing Case bound

How it works

How the book printing process works
Quote → Files → Proof → Print

Simple, fast, and expert help at every step.

  1. 1) Get an instant quote

    Choose binding, size, stock and quantity.

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  2. 2) Prepare your files

    Use our size guides and calculators for a perfect fit.

    Book sizes Spine calculator
  3. 3) Proof & go to print

    We email a proof. Approve online. Fast AU-wide delivery.

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Book file prep tools (sizes, spines, margins)

Book sizesTrim sizes & bleeds Spine width (Perfect)Paperbacks — quick calc Spine width (Hardcover)Case-bound — quick calc Book marginsInner/outer margins Saddle calcMultiples of 4 pages Wire / coil calcQuick capacity guide Author resourcesExport presets, checklists & FAQs

FAQs

What is the max page count on 80 gsm paper?

Paperback (perfect) and hardcover: typically up to 700 pages. Saddle stitched: up to 48 internal pages. Wire, coil or comb: about 10 to 300 pages depending on coil size.

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Is there a minimum order?

No minimum order. We specialise in short runs with AU wide delivery.

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How long does it take?

Typical flow: quote, file check, digital proof, print, dispatch. Timelines depend on specification and quantity.

What files do you accept?

Print ready PDF (fonts embedded, CMYK, 300 dpi images) with bleed and safe margins.

What sizes and margins should I use?

Use common sizes (A5, 6x9 in). Allow larger inner margins on thicker books to avoid gutter loss.

How do I calculate spine width?

Rule of thumb: spine_mm = (page_count / 2) x paper_caliper_mm.

Do you print children books, A5 or family history books?

Yes. Paperbacks, casebound keepsakes, and workbooks are all supported.

What is the cheapest way to print a book?

Minimise colour pages, choose common stocks (80–100 gsm text, 250–300 gsm cover), pick popular sizes (A5 / 6x9), and print at price breaks.

Australia-wide delivery

We ship everywhere in Australia with reliable carriers and careful packaging. You’ll receive tracking on dispatch and help with timelines when you request a quote.

  • Packing: shrink-wrapped bundles, corner protection, sturdy cartons; pallets for large runs.
  • Speed: standard and express options depending on spec and destination.
  • Tracking: emailed on dispatch; delivery windows confirmed at proof approval.
  • Split deliveries: ship copies to multiple addresses if required.
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