Can I print my own cookbook?
Cookbook binding styles depend on your personal preference. At 48 Hour Books we can print cookbooks as perfect bound (softcover/paperback), case bound (hardcover) or coil bound. We print perfect bound books in 48 hours, so if your cookbook has a tight deadline, this is a great option.
How much does it cost to print a recipe book?
The list price for print cookbooks typically runs anywhere from $15 to $30 for popular cookbooks and $25 to $50 for gourmet or restaurant cookbooks.

How do I get my book spiral bound?
You can spiral-bind your book at most stationery stores. Though stationery sores mostly sell spiral-bound materials, not all of them will spiral bound for you. A commercial station where other offices and book-related services are rendered will be your best alternative.
Where can I get a recipe book made?
If you’ve always wanted to make a cookbook based on your own family recipes, Shutterfly is here to help. A family cookbook can be an incredibly meaningful and special gift way to celebrate your family’s history through fabulous foods. Create a personalized book of the recipes special to you and your family.

How do you get something spiral bound?
What is the best size for a cookbook?
A nice, medium trim size for a cookbook is 7.5 x 9.25 inches. (Check to make sure your printer offers this as a standard size—most do, but not all.) Books of this size are comfortable to hold and allow for generous margins and enough space to add photos.
How do I make a personalized recipe book?
8 simple steps to creating a personalised recipe book
- Plan it out. Gather all your favourite recipes from your friends and family.
- Pick a theme.
- Structure it.
- Start cooking.
- Get creative.
- Have some fun with design.
- Focus on the little details.
- Tell a story.
Can I get a book spiral bound?
Just any type of book can be spiral bound because the coils can open and allow the book to be opened at an angle of 360 degrees. Many other binding options will only allow your book to open at an angle of 180 degrees, flat on the table.
How many pages can you spiral bound?
Page Counts Unlike our other binding types that have 8-92 (Saddle Stitch) and 28+ (Perfect Bound) page count requirements, spiral bound books can be as few as 8 pages and up to 2 ¾” thick. So, whether you have a small book you need to print or a large book, spiral binding can accommodate both.
What is the best font for a cookbook?
Standard Fonts for Printed Cookbooks The major ones are Georgia, Adobe Garamond Pro, Minion Pro, Palatino, Baskerville, and Goudy Old Style. These are all serif fonts, which tend to be easier to read in printed books.
How do I publish my own cookbook?
HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A COOKBOOK: THE BASICS
- STEP 1: CHOOSE A TOPIC FOR YOUR COOKBOOK.
- STEP 2: WRITE AN OUTLINE FOR YOUR COOKBOOK.
- STEP 3: SEE WHAT ELSE IS OUT THERE IN YOUR NICHE.
- STEP 5: COLLECT THE CONTENT FOR YOUR BOOK.
- STEP 7: EDIT AND FINALIZE THE CONTENT OF YOUR COOKBOOK.
- STEP 6: CREATE A DESIGN INSPIRATION BOARD.