Blurb
Self-publish, print & sell print-on-demand books, ebooks, magazines & wall art.
Overview
Blurb is a creative publishing platform that enables individuals and businesses to design, publish, promote, and sell professional-quality books, magazines, and ebooks. It is particularly well-regarded for its high-quality photo book printing. Blurb offers a range of creation tools, including its own free software, a plugin for Adobe InDesign, and an online bookmaker. Users can sell their creations through the Blurb Bookstore, Amazon, and the Ingram distribution network.
✨ Key Features
- High-quality photo book printing
- Creation tools including BookWright software and Adobe InDesign plugin
- Print-on-demand for trade books and magazines
- eBook creation
- Distribution to Blurb Bookstore, Amazon, and Ingram
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Exceptional print quality, especially for photo books
- User-friendly design tools for creating visually appealing publications
- Strong integration with Adobe creative software
Unique Value: Blurb empowers creators to produce bookstore-quality, visually stunning publications with a suite of powerful and easy-to-use design tools.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating and selling high-quality, print-on-demand photo books
- Designing and publishing magazines and trade books
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Authors primarily focused on text-based ebook distribution to a wide array of retailers
- Those seeking the lowest possible print production costs for standard novels
🏆 Alternatives
While other platforms offer print-on-demand, Blurb's specialization in high-quality photo and art books, combined with its design software, sets it apart for creative professionals.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free to create and publish books; users pay for printed copies.
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