Hobart Book PrintingBook Printing Hobart – Short-Run Books with Fast TAS Delivery

The Book Printing Company provides professional book printing in Hobart with fast, reliable delivery across Southern Tasmania and the wider state. We specialise in short-run digital book printing for authors, businesses, educators and organisations who need trade-quality books without committing to large print runs.

We print for customers across Hobart CBD, North Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, Moonah, Kingston and surrounding areas. For customers elsewhere in Tasmania, or interstate, you can view our Australia-wide book printing service areas.

Whether you're printing a memoir, a family history, a workbook or a corporate publication, we focus on clean trimming, consistent colour and durable binding so your books look professionally produced.

Short-Run Digital Book Printing for Hobart Authors and Organisations

Short-run book printing gives you flexibility and control:

  • Print small quantities for launches, workshops or events.
  • Reprint when needed, instead of storing bulk stock.
  • Combine black & white and colour pages where they add value.
  • Choose book sizes and paper stocks that suit your content and budget.

We regularly print for:

  • Self-publishing authors and independent publishers
  • Schools, colleges, training providers and universities
  • Local businesses and corporate teams
  • Community groups, churches and not-for-profit organisations
  • Tourism, arts and cultural groups

Whether you're in Hobart or elsewhere in Tasmania, you receive consistent quality and helpful support from quote to delivery.

Binding and Format Options for Hobart Book Printing

As book printing specialists, we offer a variety of binding options to suit the purpose and style of your project:

  • Perfect Bound Paperbacks (PUR/Perfect Bound)
    Ideal for memoirs, novels, histories, reports and general trade books.
  • Hardcover Books (Case Bound)
    A strong, premium finish for family histories, commemorative books, photo projects and corporate publications.
  • Saddle-Stitched Booklets
    Stapled spine; perfect for smaller booklets, guides, event programs and workbooks.
  • Wire, Spiral and Coil Bound Books
    Lay-flat binding suited to manuals, recipe books, instruction guides and training materials.

If you're unsure which binding style is best, we can recommend a suitable option once we know more about your page count and how the book will be used.

Popular Books We Print for Hobart Customers

We print a wide range of book projects for Hobart and Tasmanian clients, including:

  • Memoirs, biographies and family histories
  • Children’s books and illustrated stories
  • Training manuals and course workbooks
  • Corporate publications and annual reports
  • Tourism guides and local interest books
  • Cookbooks, recipe collections and practical guides
  • Community project books and fundraising publications

If your project doesn’t fit neatly into these categories, tell us what you're aiming to achieve and we’ll help you choose the right format.

Delivery Across Hobart and Tasmania

We ship books throughout Hobart and across Tasmania, including:

  • Hobart CBD and inner suburbs
  • North Hobart, New Town and Glenorchy
  • Sandy Bay, Kingston and the Channel region
  • Eastern Shore including Bellerive, Lindisfarne and Howrah
  • Regional TAS including Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and surrounding areas

Books are packed securely and shipped with dependable carriers. You’ll receive tracking on dispatch, and we can plan production around launches, festivals, events and project timelines.

Cost-Saving Tips for Hobart Book Printing

To help keep your printing project affordable, consider:

  • Using standard trims such as A5, A4 or 6×9 in.
  • Keeping colour pages to sections where they’re most effective.
  • Choosing internal stocks that balance quality and cost.
  • Printing at efficient quantity levels (50, 100, 150, 200 copies, etc.).
  • Finalising your files before print to avoid revisions.

We’re happy to recommend specification tweaks that keep your project within budget while still delivering a professional result.

Help with Files, Design and Self-Publishing

If you're new to book printing or self-publishing, we can help with:

  • Preparing print-ready PDFs with correct margins and bleed
  • Selecting appropriate paper stocks and binding styles
  • Understanding spine width and cover layout requirements
  • Planning realistic quantities for your goals and storage space

If you’re working with a designer or studio in Hobart or elsewhere, we’re happy to coordinate with them to ensure your files meet our print specifications.

How Your Hobart Book Printing Job Runs

Our process is simple and transparent from start to finish:

  1. Get an instant quote
    Choose your specifications or use our online book printing quote tools to build your price.
  2. Upload or prepare your files
    Supply your print-ready PDFs or ask us for guidance if needed.
  3. File check and proof
    We preflight your files and send a digital proof for approval.
  4. Print, bind and dispatch
    Once approved, your books are produced, packed securely and shipped to your nominated address in Hobart or anywhere in Tasmania.

Get a Book Printing Quote for Hobart

If you’re ready to print, or comparing options, we’re here to help.

  • Use our online quote tools for Hobart delivery pricing, or
  • Contact us with your project details, quantity and delivery suburb.

Whether you're in Hobart or elsewhere in Tasmania, The Book Printing Company can help you bring your book project to life with professional-quality printing and reliable delivery.

Australia’s Leaders in Short-Run Book Printing

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

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.

Hardcover book printing — case binding options

Hardcover Book Printing (Case Bound)

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

Saddle-stitched booklet printing — staples visible on spine

Saddle-Stitched Booklet Printing

Booklets and programs. Up to ~48 internal pages.

Spiral and wire bound book printing — lay-flat workbooks

Spiral / Wire / Comb Book Printing

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

Popular book projects

Quick links to our most-requested specs and guides.

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.

    Start a quote
  2. 2) Prepare your files

    Use our size guides and calculators for a perfect fit.

  3. 3) Proof & go to print

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

    View timelines

Book file prep tools (sizes, spines, margins)

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.

See binding limits

Is there a minimum order?

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

Request a quote

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.

Book Printing Company Service Areas