Comparison
BookPrinter vs BookBaby
BookBaby needs 25 copies. We need 1.
BookBaby is a US-based book printing and publishing service. They offer printing, distribution, and marketing bundles.
But BookBaby requires a 25-copy minimum for printing. Their per-copy pricing is higher. And they're built for the US market, not international authors.
Where BookBaby falls short
25-copy minimum
Need a proof copy? 5 for a workshop? BookBaby won't print fewer than 25. BookPrinter starts at 50.
Higher per-copy pricing
BookBaby's pricing is above market for short runs. BookPrinter's volume pricing is transparent and starts lower.
US-only focus
BookBaby ships primarily to the US. International delivery is expensive. BookPrinter has local rates for India, Australia, Canada, and NZ.
Bundled services you may not need
BookBaby pushes editing, cover design, and marketing bundles. If you just need printing, you're in the wrong system.
Feature comparison
The verdict
BookBaby works for US authors printing 25+ copies who want bundled services. For everyone else, BookPrinter is simpler, cheaper, and starts at 50 copies (offset MOQ).
BookBaby: 25-copy minimum, US-focused. BookPrinter: 50-copy minimum, worldwide.
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