All books are different in size and weight and have their own particular needs in terms of packaging. A paperback book will not have the same needs as a hardcover collector's edition and a collection will require an entirely different approach from the inside out.
Our Custom Rigid Boxes are flexible enough to be made around the true dimensions of your book packaging. Luxury book box packaging that not only keeps it protected but also makes sure there is enough space left for easy access.
Select between premium paperboards, rigid, kraft and any other appropriate substrates, and add personal touches like your own choice of measurements, graphics, colors, printing and finishes. Whether you require protection, retail presentation or an unboxing experience we can provide you with luxury book packaging boxes that meet your needs.
Our Custom Packaging not only protects the book but is also a part of the presentation of the product itself.
The type of structure chosen for a luxury book box will influence its protective and presentational features. We offer various structural options in order to create a box that reflects the value of your product, its purpose and opening process.
Luxury Two Piece Rigid Boxes
The rigid two-piece box is made up of a base and a lid which makes it feel quite sturdy and perfect for collectors editions, luxurious books, gift sets and limited editions. The lid may be designed in a way that it pulls off the box to expose the book and other elements placed inside it.
Book Style Boxes
This style of packaging opens like a book, making it a unique option for publishing houses and businesses seeking a unique way to present their products. The outside of the box may be decorated with the cover of the book, the authors name or the campaign theme.
Magnetic Box Closures
In cases where the box will be presented to customers using a magnetic closure ensures easy access while still keeping the box sealed and looking neat on the outside.
Slipcase Packaging
A slipcase goes around the book and its inner box, offering protection in addition to an aesthetic value. Such packaging is especially important when it comes to collector books and book sets.
Book Mailers
Brands that sell books through e-commerce sites need a box design that combines a good presentation aspect with packaging for shipment purposes.
The choice of materials will determine the rigidity, weight, surface feel, appearance, and image of your packaging. We will assist you in choosing appropriate materials depending on your specific products and packaging needs.
Some of the most popular materials are
Rigid Board: Material that provides the necessary rigidity for premium and collector book packaging.
Cardboard: Versatile material for packaging solutions that require lightweight and inexpensive material.
Kraft Stock: Material appropriate for brands looking for a natural and unpretentious look for their packaging.
Corrugated Board: Material useful in cases when extra protection is needed during shipping and delivery.
Paperboard: Material for packaging of printed books that requires a certain compromise between the looks and practical aspects of packaging.
Thick or thin material will depend on the rigidity and protection needs of the finished box.
The plain box protects your book. But a well-designed box communicates the message of your book even before the consumer sees the inside.
Our custom printed luxury book boxes can include any logo, title design, author name, series, illustrations, font, product info or campaign graphics that you choose to use. You can use the branding that exists on the book itself or have an entirely new design for the packaging.
Your art design could include:
When it comes to publishers and authors you could even coordinate the look of the box with the cover of the book.
Printing in high quality gives you the depth of the design that is required for premium Custom Presentation Boxesfor their books. Based on the nature of the material used and the design, you can choose from the following options for printing.
Digital Printing
The digital printing process is appropriate for detailed graphics, photorealistic graphics, short runs, personal editions and graphic designs having several colors.
Offset Printing
The offset printing technique offers you consistent and high-quality printing and it may be suitable for bigger batches of prints.
CMYK Printing
The full color CMYK printing process enables your artwork to contain photographs, illustrations, patterns and other graphics.
PMS Color Matching
Your specific brand colors can be printed through the use of PMS color specification in case it is required.
Your artwork may even contain multiple choices of printing elements instead of just one color.
Using the right finishing techniques can turn any ordinary print into a luxury feel and experience. Here are a variety of finishing options available, which will depend on the materials used and designs selected.
Finishing techniques may include:
The exterior of the package is just one element of high-end book packaging. The interior should secure the book to ensure it doesn’t move around unnecessarily.
Custom interior inserts can be created based on the size of the book and its position within the packaging. This becomes especially relevant when other promotional or gift products are placed inside the box along with the book.
Based on the specific use, the interior will be able to contain:
When multiple books are involved the interior will have individual sections for each book.
If your project requires a more structural presentation explore our Custom Rigid Boxes with Inserts for additional interior packaging possibilities.
In addition to providing traditional retail packaging for a book, writers and publishers can use luxury book packaging options for launching, releasing, using influencers, PR, and selling directly to readers.
A launch box, for instance, could house the book along with an author letter, bookmark, promo card or any material related to the campaign. Everything can be made to tie in with the cover, genre, release concept or publisher brand of the book.
In case publishers have special editions, wholesale luxury book boxes could also offer a standard packaging solution for the whole range.
Subscription brands need packaging that can be efficiently produced and consistently presented across recurring shipments. Custom book boxes can be developed with branded exterior artwork and interior messaging that creates a recognizable experience for subscribers.
The same structural format can be maintained while artwork changes from one monthly or seasonal release to another. This makes it possible to create a recognizable packaging system without making every shipment look identical.
You can add:
Presentation does not mean compromising on protection. Books may be subject to risks such as corner damage, scratching, pressure, water damage and unnecessary movement due to handling.
In the case where the books have to be directly transported to the customer, you may want to combine the luxury presentation box with a protective exterior shipping package.
In case transportation is your main concern, our Custom Corrugated Boxes can offer another option for transport packaging.
More and more books are considering both the material used to make and package the book as well as its lifecycle. Based on the box construction and requirements of the project recyclable substrates may become part of the box specification.
Kraft and paper based stocks offer a natural look whereas recyclable board substrates can help the brand reduce the use of excess plastic packaging.
The other way of looking at sustainability is the box itself. Proper box sizing avoids the use of unnecessary materials and eliminates empty spaces.
At IMH Packaging, we know that high-quality packaging must be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. We aim to assist companies in designing book box packaging that not only protects the item but also packages it in such a way that contributes to the whole brand experience.
Your packaging may be customized to suit your needs in terms of:
Whatever you need limited edition packaging, author brand packaging, book gift box packaging or something else entirely, we will help you formulate a specification to fit your needs.
Your book is a reflection of your content, imagination, and brand. Therefore, the packaging of your book should add value to the same rather than being seen as an afterthought.
Be it luxury packaging for collectors edition books or functional premium packaging solutions for publishers, retailers, authors and subscription brands, IMH Packaging can help you design boxes that can serve the purpose of structure, protection, branding and presentation.
Select your choice of material, size, structure, printing and finishing options as well as interior details and get custom luxury book boxes made according to your product.
| Box Style | Rigid Boxes |
| Dimension (L + W + H) | All Custom Sizes & Shapes Available |
| Quantities | Minimum 50 - 500,000 Boxes |
| Paper Stock | 52pt to 90pt (Grey Board, Kraft Paper, Coated Paper, Special Art Paper, Eco-Friendly, Recycled Boxes, Biodegradable) |
| Printing | Plain, CMYK Colors, PMS (Pantone Matching System), Spot Colors |
| Finishing | Gloss Lamination, Matte Lamination, Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV, Spot UV, Embossing, Debossing, Foiling, Raised Ink |
| Included Options | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scored, Perforation |
| Additional Options | Window Patching, Embossing, (Gold, Silver, Cooper, Red, Blue, Green Foil Stamping) |
| Proof | Digital Proof Flat View, 3D Mock-up, Physical Sampling (On Request) |
| Turnaround | 8-15 Business Days After Press-Ready File Confirmed By Client And Rush Order (Based On The Quantity) |
| Shipping | Free Shipping (Ship Flat, Packed in Boxes, UPS, Fedex, DHL) |
This will depend on the needed construction and presentation, which may involve the use of such materials as rigid board, cardboard, paperboard, kraft, and corrugated materials. Choice of material is dependent on the weight of the book, packaging method, protection needs and the desired appearance.
Yes. You can customize the packaging with your company logo, the author's name, the book title, artwork, color palette, marketing messages, and other graphics.
Yes. The packaging can be custom made for larger quantities and is ideal for orders from publishers, retailers, authors, subscription businesses and others that make books in special editions.
Yes. Custom inserts can be added to keep one or several books secure. Other interior sections can also be created to accommodate other items like bookmarks, cards, certificates, marketing pieces and other small accessories.
Yes. Custom sizing can allow the packaging to be built around the true dimensions of your book or book set.