Covers
Covers
They say never judge a book by its cover – but you can certainly admire it! At Friesens, explore a world of creativity with our diverse book cover options. From vibrant and eye-catching designs that demand attention to timeless classics that exude elegance, we offer a wide spectrum of choices to match your unique vision.
Hard Cover
Hard covers are made of two components: Cover board and cover wrap material. Board is available in 80, 100, 120 and 150 pt. weights. Cover wrap is available in woven and non-woven materials which can be printed in a 4-colour process, foil stamped, spot UV coated, embossed and then wrapped to the board.
Square Back Case
The square back case has board equal in weight to the cover down the spine of the case.
Round Back Case
The round back case is bound with thin board in the spine allowing the spine to be slightly rounded.
Three Piece Case (Quarter Binding)
A three-piece case encases your book using two different cover materials.
See more of our Past Hard Cover Projects.
Soft Cover
Soft Cover, also known as paperback or softback, is used to create books with a paper or card cover attached at the spine to the content pages. The cover is typically trimmed flush with the book block. It offers versatility and is more economical than hardback binding due to its simplified process.
Standard Soft Cover
Soft cover material is generally white to maximize colour options when printing; however, many stocks are available. Cover stock material is available in 8/10/12/15 pt. weights. In most cases, a soft cover will be finished with a coating or a laminate for added durability.
Soft Cover with Flaps
Soft covers with flaps are becoming more common, providing additional real estate to help market your book. In many cases, the cover can be folded in one pass to increase the copy area without substantially increasing cost.
Soft Cover with Saddle Stitch
A sleek and flexible option for bookbinding, combining a soft cover with secure saddle stitch binding for a lightweight and portable reading experience.
See more of our Past Soft Cover Projects.
Flexibind
Flexibound books, also known as flexibinding, strike a balance between paperback and hardback binding. They feature a flexible card stock cover, making the book lightweight and easy to handle. The finished cover extends beyond the book block, resembling a hardback. The production process, including sewn sections and endpapers, mirrors that of hardbacks, resulting in a sturdy final product.
Flexible & Lightweight
A lightweight and flexible binding option, providing ease of handling and portability for your reading pleasure.
Hard Cover Appeal
Flexibind offers the appeal of a hardcover book with its distinctive cover overhang, providing durability and elegance in a lightweight and flexible format.
Sturdy
Flexibind strikes a balance, offering sturdiness akin to a hardcover while maintaining a lightweight feel and avoiding the cost associated with traditional hardcovers.
See more of our Past Flexibind Projects.