I also seem to vaguely remember the paper in these novels being the same in the Harry Potter books I used to read a kid. I am wondering if this paper is different from the general white office paper I normally see.
Why it is used? Is it cheaper or does it have special qualities suited for book printing? Bellow are some photos I have taken though I'm not sure if the differences are really as noticeable in digital form compared to real life. The one of the left is from one of the Japanese light novels who's paper seems to be the same used in the Harry Potter books I used to read.
The right one is just a piece of paper that was printed off. As you might be able to see in the left one the paper is darker that the white office paper.
There is also a grain effect in the paper on the left which I don't believe is a style thing that isn't on the white paper; though this might be hard to see because of the fact these are photos. There is no single paper used. Depends on the market's target audience, pricing, and expectations of durability. If you self-publish a novel using an American print-on-demand service, you may be offered a choice of two papers. One of them is white, generally used in non-fiction. The other is off-white "creme" and is generally used in fiction.
The white paper is better for books containing images which non-fiction often has and also projects a feeling of authority. The off-white is easier on the eye, when read for a long time, and projects a casual feel. Other papers are possible. A book printed in Asia, especially if it is intended to be inexpensive, may be printed on a less-expensive version of "rice paper" not actually made from rice plant.
The recycled paper type is great for making your book feel more premium like the opaque paper type but also with the added impact of being fully recycled. This is our lightest gsm coated paper which is fantastic for books which have any type of illustrations or photographs.
We use this paper type for our mono and colour inserts as plate sections within your book. As the paper types get heavier the page count of the books is usually less to keep the weight of the book down. This particular gsm of paper is a good middle ground between a non-fiction book with a lot of pages and regular photo book. If your book is over pages and you want a coated paper, it may be best to opt for the gsm as your finished book can start getting heavy.
This gsm of paper is a great paper type for photo books or books with a high amount of colour and mono images with under pages. This is a premium paper which will give your book a fantastic feel. This is our most premium paper type for the internals of your book.
It is a fantastic paper reserved for those special photo books or any book that you want to last. As the paper is a high gsm it is a lot tougher than the previous paper types. For the majority of our paperback book covers, we use a gsm coated paper which is laminated after printing. The gsm is typical for most books and after the lamination is applied to the paper stock, it feels a lot heavier and thicker.
For our dustjackets and printed paper cases used for hardback books, we use a gsm coated paper which is then laminated. We offer three different lamination types for our books; gloss, matt and soft-touch matt. It has a silky matt surface, and is perfect for black printing and ideal for producing high-quality books and prints.
There are two versions of it: Munken Premium Cream — creamy paper for optimal reading comfort — and Munken Premium White with natural whiteness. This paper combines high printability and exceptional runnability. It comes in two shades: white and gold natural. With a volume of 2. Munken Print: Munken Print combines the most interesting properties of paper with and without wood contents.
It is available in a wide range of volumes and weights to be used for both book covers and interiors of the same quality. The Salzer Danube paper paper has a slightly ivory natural hue. It is perfect for printing texts. It is offered in two volumes, 1.
Creamy: its natural creamy colour and specially designed weights 55, 60, 70, 80 gsm are intended for text printing, especially lengthy books. Classic: of a rather white hue and quite neutral, this paper has good opacity and its volume of 2. The Helefoss paper produced in Sweden has a very authentic look, both in terms of its texture and hue. It is suitable for printing trade paperbacks or pocket books if you are looking for a more economical manufacturing cost.
To make up your mind and choose among the various paper rates, colours and qualities, we provide a table below. It will give you an overview that will help make an easier choice. The use of offset paper is necessary if the extent of the book is quite long and the book dimensions are threatened to become disproportionate because of the book spine getting too big.
You must also take into account the technical limitations of gluing machines, ie the maximum spine width can be up to 60 mm. This means that the maximum extent of your novel can be pages if you use 80 gsm paper with volume of 2. If your work is larger, then you must either reduce the weight and the volume of the paper stock, or print it in two volumes, or switch to offset paper.
If the bulky paper is usually offered in volume of 2. This gives you about twice as less volume for the same weight. You can then print a novel of pages on 80 gsm offset paper and stay in the technical limits of 50 mm. But the choice of offset can be dictated by aesthetic reasons and personal preferences, especially when we do not want to get a thick book at all costs.
Offset paper is generally used in white, but it can be tinted ivory or cream to give more character and originality to your novels. Offset paper appears in multiple colours: pink, orange, red, black, green, yellow, offered at high prices and used for specific projects. Several European, Asian and worldwide manufacturers offer offset paper. Here is a selection:. Maestro, IQ-print, Mondi: three names for the same paper due to the marketing choices of the paper manufacturer.
Maestro is a popular paper name and widely used for its excellent value for money. It is made in Italy. Note that its volume is slightly higher than the rest of the offset — 1.
Another option is the pt. Get a quote! Budget is always a factor when choosing a book paper—the heavier the weight, the higher the cost. Ask me for a paper stock sampler!
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