Where to print a children's book

February 12, 2010 9:44 AM

I’d like to make a picture book for a friend’s child. Where to print it? I’d want the pages to be matte paper and the cover shiny, just like a real child’s book. I only need a single copy.
posted by Dragonness to Media & Arts (8 answers total)

Best answer: I've used Blurb before and was thrilled with how good the results were for the price.
posted by mjcon at 9:46 AM on February 12, 2010

Response by poster: Thank you for the quick reply, this looks exactly like what I need!
posted by Dragonness at 9:57 AM on February 12, 2010

If you have a mac, iPhoto or Aperture will do this as well.
posted by squorch at 10:13 AM on February 12, 2010

I can also confirm that Blurb was great. We also did a childern's book and it turned out really well. If you're anything like me, it might be a good idea to get a second book for yourself to enjoy.
posted by brambory at 10:17 AM on February 12, 2010

Get the Blurb 7x7" book. It's crazy cheap and the photo-wrap cover is soooo great.
posted by jedrek at 10:26 AM on February 12, 2010

Response by poster: Yeah, I do have a mac. Great tips, thanks so much!
posted by Dragonness at 12:57 PM on February 12, 2010

http://www.blurb.com/
posted by Lynsey at 1:00 PM on February 12, 2010

Putting in a plug for MyPublisher. I just ordered a couple of books through them and was happy with the quality and *thrilled* with the customer service. There are decent discounts available, particularly if you're a Costco member.
posted by dino might at 3:26 PM on February 12, 2010