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Your self‑publishing partner

Lean on our expert guidance and on-time delivery in your self-publishing journey.

Whether you’re dreaming of your first novel or a published author, we’re the partner to deliver your professional-quality books on-schedule.

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Which best describes you?

Self-publishing

I’m an author publishing my books to sell, but I may need help with editing, design, marketing, and sales.

Book printing

I’m a DIYer printing books for personal use. I want my books to look like they came from a bookstore.

Pro publishing

I’m a publisher, designer, or business owner looking to provide quality custom books to my clients quickly.

How the publishing process works

Learn more about the self-publishing process with 48 Hour Books. If you need help getting started, we have plenty of resources available.

A step-by-step guide

Format your book:

Set the layout and design of your book's pages

Edit your manuscript:

Do one last revision and proofread your content to remove errors

Create a PDF:

Save your formatted book as a digital PDF file

Place your order:

Submit your order to start the production process

Send your files:

Transfer your book files to us digitally

Review your proof:

We send a proof of your book for your review

Approve your files:

If you're happy with the proof, give us the go-ahead to print

Get your books:

We print and bind your books, then send them your way

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Find everything you need to know about preparing and printing your book.

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Follow the steps outlined for printing your book

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Create a special edition book

Enhance your books with one of our Diamond 3D cover treatments (a technique you can see and feel), a custom-printed dust jacket, or our NEW Edge Printing service.

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