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Paperback, softback or softcover describe and refer to a book by the nature of its binding. The covers of such books are usually made of paper or paperboard, and are usually held together with glue rather than stitches or staples. Inexpensive books bound in paper have existed since at least the 19th century and exist in a number of formats that have specific names, such as pamphlets, yellowbacks, dime novels and airport novels.[1] Most paperbacks are either mass-market paperbacks or trade paperbacks . In contrast, books with hardcover or hardback are bound with cardboard covered with cloth; although more expensive, hardbacks are more durable.
iUniverse softcover books are formatted as trade paperbacks. Trade paperback is an industry term that describes a book that is of better production quality. These books are produced in a larger size and offered at a higher price than a mass-market paperback format. Mass-market paperbacks are generally cheaply made and printed on newsprint or other low-quality paper, which will discolor and disintegrate over time. Trade paperbacks, on the other hand, meet a higher standard and are printed on high-quality paper.
Our customers asked for a book style option that is more casual than the Custom Hardcover photo book at a price point that is conducive to large quantity orders, said Howard Field, co-CEO of Picaboo. i The Custom Softcover option is the perfect choice for team sports books, wedding party favors, travel companion gifts and philanthropy donor-appreciation books.
The Large Custom Softcover books start at $24.99 for a 20-page book, and more pages can be added for an extra cost. i With book styles ranging from the entry level $9.99 Classic Softcover books to the luxurious full-grain leather Flush Mount albums starting at $349.99, Picaboo has the broadest range of quality photo book styles available for sale direct to consumers. )
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