Though formatting your PDF according to these rules isn't a deal-breaking hassle, it does make things more complex than users might anticipate! We'd say Lulu's POD setup process is easier to navigate than that of the notoriously tough IngramSpark, but more difficult than using KDP Print. Lulu has very specific requirements for PDFs, as outlined on this page. Speaking of which, while the upload process only takes a minute, you will have to spend some time formatting your book beforehand. Lulu binding options for books over 20 pages (which we hope yours is!) So if you upload a short PDF just to test Lulu's options, you may see saddle stitch instead of hardcover, but this will change once you upload your actual book. Note that hardcover is only available for books of 20 pages or more, and saddle stitch is only available for pamphlets. Book binding - coil, hardcover, paperback, or linen wrap.Paper type - 60# cream, 60# white, or 80# coated white.Interior - premium color, premium black & white, standard color, or standard black & white.
As an author printing a “typical” book with few images, you can choose from the following customization options: We'll start Lulu's claim to fame: their print-on-demand service for print books, photo books, comic books, and more. Print-on-demand service Rating: 4/5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Otherwise, let's jump right into the review. If you just want the TL DR, feel free to jump to the end via the table of contents. To help you make the final call, we've reviewed all their services here, complete with costs, quality levels, and comparisons to similar companies.
This may leave today's authors wondering: is publishing through Lulu Press even worth it? However, Lulu has also acquired a negative reputation for taking substantial cuts of author royalties, forcing many authors to either price their books ridiculously high or to receive no royalties at all.
And they're a popular choice among self-publishing authors for POD - in terms of notoriety, Lulu is right up there with KDP Print, BookBaby, and the other major print-on-demand players. Lulu publishing, or “Lulu Press” as the company is now called, offers both print-on-demand and distribution services for books. Over the last two decades, Lulu has become one of the biggest self-pub platforms in the business.
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