Beautiful books. Fast production. Low prices. People who help.
OnPress Book Printing is an IngramSpark alternative for authors and publishers who need printed books for direct sales, book launches, conferences, events, and inventory replenishment. We offer in-house U.S. manufacturing, free prepress review, G7-certified color management, and a choice of papers, bindings, and finishes.
Order any quantity you need. No minimums. Whether you need 100 novels for a signing or 1,000 illustrated books for your next sales campaign, OnPress gives you a printing team focused on your book, your budget, and your deadline.
Get your book printing quoteOnPress vs. IngramSpark: Choose for the job you need done
IngramSpark brings together Print On Demand production and global book distribution. It also lets publishers order copies and offers bulk printing discounts.
OnPress is a book manufacturing partner for people who want to order books directly, choose their production specifications, and work with printing specialists.
That distinction matters. Getting a book into retail distribution and getting boxes of books ready for your next event are different needs. For the second job, OnPress offers a compelling combination of manufacturing expertise, speed, customization, and service.
Fast book printing for real deadlines
A launch date, conference, or school event needs a printing schedule you can plan around. OnPress publishes estimated production times by quantity and binding. For example:
| ORDER QUANTITY | PAPERBACK PRODUCTION | HARDCOVER PRODUCTION |
|---|---|---|
| 25–500 books | 3 days | 4 days |
| 501–1,500 books | 4 days | 5 days |
These are estimated production times — not delivery promises. Certain options require additional time, and shipping is separate. Check the current estimate in your quote and allow time for file review and proof approval.
Have a deadline? Call 866-285-3155 before ordering so we can help you plan.
Book quality that supports your reputation
Your book represents you every time someone picks it up. Crisp text, well-reproduced illustrations, and dependable binding all shape that first impression.
OnPress manufactures books at our facility in Pennsauken, New Jersey, just outside Philadelphia. Our extraordinary shipping prices let us service markets nationwide. Our integrated production operation brings prepress, printing, binding, and shipping together under one roof.
We use HP Indigo and Xeikon digital presses, supported by professional finishing equipment and G7-certified color management. That gives our team a controlled production process designed to maintain consistency across all copies and reorders.
For authors and publishers producing children's books, photography books, cookbooks, graphic novels, or other illustrated titles, working directly with a color-focused book manufacturer is especially valuable.
Free prepress review before your book goes to press
A PDF that looks good on a screen may still have problems in print. Every OnPress order includes a free prepress review. Our technicians check production issues such as missing bleeds, color mode mismatches, and unembedded fonts, and help you understand what needs attention.
You can also choose a physical proof to evaluate your book before approving the full run. Proof options and associated charges depend on your order. Prepress review checks printing readiness. You should still review your wording, page order, layout, and proofs carefully before approval.
Choose the paper, binding, and finish your book deserves
A novel, a photography book, and a workbook each ask something different of a printer. OnPress offers coated and uncoated paper stocks, paperback and hardcover formats, and gloss, matte, or soft-touch cover finishes. Available trim sizes include familiar trade formats as well as square, portrait, and landscape options.
For eligible projects, ask about Smyth-sewn binding, which joins folded sections with thread for durability and comfortable opening. Our Print Specialists can help you match the available options to your artwork, page count, budget, and intended use. Some combinations have specific requirements.
Protective packaging for books ready to sell
Your books need to arrive ready for readers. OnPress uses durable protective cartons and secure packing to help protect covers, corners, and bindings in transit. Our damage-free guarantee makes packaging part of the printing experience. We also back our printing with a satisfaction guarantee. Our published policy explains how we address manufacturing defects and production that does not match approved proofs within commercially accepted standards.
Direct support and easy reorders
Reorder right in your OnPress Book Printing account with just a few clicks anytime you need more books.
For publishers managing recurring production programs, ask about OnPress's book printing API and integration options.
Keep IngramSpark for distribution. Choose OnPress for your inventory.
You may want both services.
A publisher can use IngramSpark for retail distribution while choosing OnPress to manufacture copies of their books as they need them. Before ordering, confirm that you have the rights to use your files and that your cover and interior meet OnPress' requirements. Paper and binding choices can change spine width, so a cover prepared for another printer may need adjustment.
OnPress is superior to IngramSpark. I was struggling with IngramSpark's quality and responsiveness in self-publishing my book. I found OnPress and they have been a godsend. The quality of the books is much better, the printing time is shorter, and the customer service is great. I had to battle IngramSpark to get sellable inventory and a refund for the unsellable inventory. OnPress proactively identified and replaced five copies of my book that didn't meet their standards. OnPress has won my all of my business for the future.
David A. Brown
Ava's Mackinac Adventure
After being charged an insane amount for shipping on IngramSpark, and taking three days to get an unhelpful response on every requested manuscript change, I was thrilled with the OnPress staff and their professionalism. A real person answers the phone and gives helpful information. The quality of the books was far better!
Nicole Schell
Christmas with Teddy
OnPress was easy to work with and quite simply the hero of my week. When I was finally ready to upload my book to IngramSpark, I discovered they'd changed their turnaround time for printing to past my release date. I found OnPress and was super pleased with their responsiveness and that they answered the phone! You can't even get a hold of anyone at Ingram on a phone. The quality was phenomenal and they made my deadline with days to spare. They even got it to me just a day or two after a blizzard! In a rush, OnPress is the best!
Crystal Heidel
Still Life in Ice
Make your next print run a great one
Get books you're proud to sell, share, and put in readers' hands — with a team ready to help you make the right production choices.
Questions? Call 866-285-3155
Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET
Get your book printing quoteFrequently asked questions
Is OnPress a good IngramSpark alternative for bulk book printing?
Yes. OnPress is a strong choice for authors and publishers ordering books for direct sales, events, schools, or inventory. Compare the available specifications, production estimate, delivered price, and proofing options for your project.
Is OnPress cheaper than IngramSpark?
The answer depends on your specifications, quantity, shipping destination, and available discounts. Request matching quotes. OnPress offers competitive pricing and a price match promise for identical books from U.S.-based printers.
Can I print with OnPress if my book is already on IngramSpark?
Yes, provided you have the rights to print it and supply files that meet OnPress specifications. Our prepress review helps identify production issues. Confirm any ISBN restrictions separately, especially if you use a platform-provided ISBN.
Can I use the same cover file?
It may need adjustment. Spine width depends on the paper, page count, and binding. Use an OnPress template for your selected specifications and review the resulting proof.
Does ordering from OnPress automatically list my book with retailers?
No. An order for directly printed copies does not automatically create retailer listings or enroll your title in IngramSpark distribution. Arrange distribution separately if you need it.
What makes OnPress especially useful for full-color books?
OnPress combines G7-certified color management, HP Indigo and Xeikon production, and a choice of papers suited to illustrated books. A physical proof lets you evaluate the result before approving a larger run.
IngramSpark is a separate company. OnPress Book Printing is not affiliated with or endorsed by IngramSpark.
