What is RGB and CMYK?
RGB stands for Red, Green and Blue, and is the mode used for monitors and television. CMYK stands for
Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, and Black, the four inks used in process color printing. Images should be scanned
in CMYK or converted to CMYK mode in Photoshop. Also, scan at 300 dpi, at the size the image will be
printed. We can use larger scanned images, but the printing will be 300 dpi.
DESIGN HINT: Know the approximate size of the final image. Scan at 350 dpi or 400dpi. That way you
have a little resolution to work with if you want to make the image a little bigger.
What ICC profile should I use?
Use the default settings whenever possible. If requested, we can provide you with the ICC profile for the
target output device. The ICC profile will differ depending on the manufacturer and model number.
What is GSM?
GSM stands for Grams per Square Meter. It is the method used to measure paper in Asia and Europe. If
you specify a paper in pounds or points as in common in the US, we will convert to the closest comparable
GSM weight.
What is the largest dimensions I can make a book?
It depends on the country and the vendor, but we often manufacture high quality coffee table books that
exceed 12" x 12".
How do I prepare my book for printing?
Please see our website, Quick Prepress Guide. read more
What about proofs?
You will receive one round of physical digital proofs, output on an Epson 11000 or similar model. The cost is
included in the quote. Press proofs or wet proofs are also available, at an additional cost, for critical color.
How do I send my files and PDF's to Star Print Brokers?
You can burn the files to DVD or CD and send them to us. This is the preferred method for art and
photography books with many pages of high resolution images. If it is a small book, or a book with few high
resolution images, the book files can be placed on our FTP site. Contact us for our FTP address, user ID
and password.
How much are shipping, delivery and duty? What about customs?
Ocean shipping with inland delivery to your door is included in our quotes, as is duty. We handle all customs
too. The cost depends on the number of books, their weight and the zip or postal code of the final delivery
destination.
Do you offer design services?
We have a variety of options depending on your needs. We can offer simple production work overseas, or
give you a referral to top book designers here in the US. read more
I need an ISBN Number and Bar Code. How do I do that?
We are not the publisher of your book -- you are! And you should be the publisher of record.
ISBN:
Please visit www.isbn.org for an ISBN number. Usually a publisher buys ISBN numbers in a block of ten, but
if you call directly, they will sell one number. read more
Bar Code:
Please see R.R. Bowker Bar Code Service to purchase a bar code. read more
How do I register the copyright and get a Library of Congress Number?
Please visit the United States Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov read more
What should I charge for my book?
That is up to you as you are the publisher. Do your homework though, and check out similar books in
bookstores. Be aware that if you use a book distributor that it is common for them to charge 55 percent of
the retail value. Star Print Brokers does not distribute books. We do not keep any royalties nor do we
retain any rights to your title. We do not require authors to use our ISBN numbers because you are the
publisher. We print high-quality books for you.
Please call (425)-603-1777 or email if you have any questions.
RGB stands for Red, Green and Blue, and is the mode used for monitors and television. CMYK stands for
Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, and Black, the four inks used in process color printing. Images should be scanned
in CMYK or converted to CMYK mode in Photoshop. Also, scan at 300 dpi, at the size the image will be
printed. We can use larger scanned images, but the printing will be 300 dpi.
DESIGN HINT: Know the approximate size of the final image. Scan at 350 dpi or 400dpi. That way you
have a little resolution to work with if you want to make the image a little bigger.
What ICC profile should I use?
Use the default settings whenever possible. If requested, we can provide you with the ICC profile for the
target output device. The ICC profile will differ depending on the manufacturer and model number.
What is GSM?
GSM stands for Grams per Square Meter. It is the method used to measure paper in Asia and Europe. If
you specify a paper in pounds or points as in common in the US, we will convert to the closest comparable
GSM weight.
What is the largest dimensions I can make a book?
It depends on the country and the vendor, but we often manufacture high quality coffee table books that
exceed 12" x 12".
How do I prepare my book for printing?
Please see our website, Quick Prepress Guide. read more
What about proofs?
You will receive one round of physical digital proofs, output on an Epson 11000 or similar model. The cost is
included in the quote. Press proofs or wet proofs are also available, at an additional cost, for critical color.
How do I send my files and PDF's to Star Print Brokers?
You can burn the files to DVD or CD and send them to us. This is the preferred method for art and
photography books with many pages of high resolution images. If it is a small book, or a book with few high
resolution images, the book files can be placed on our FTP site. Contact us for our FTP address, user ID
and password.
How much are shipping, delivery and duty? What about customs?
Ocean shipping with inland delivery to your door is included in our quotes, as is duty. We handle all customs
too. The cost depends on the number of books, their weight and the zip or postal code of the final delivery
destination.
Do you offer design services?
We have a variety of options depending on your needs. We can offer simple production work overseas, or
give you a referral to top book designers here in the US. read more
I need an ISBN Number and Bar Code. How do I do that?
We are not the publisher of your book -- you are! And you should be the publisher of record.
ISBN:
Please visit www.isbn.org for an ISBN number. Usually a publisher buys ISBN numbers in a block of ten, but
if you call directly, they will sell one number. read more
Bar Code:
Please see R.R. Bowker Bar Code Service to purchase a bar code. read more
How do I register the copyright and get a Library of Congress Number?
Please visit the United States Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov read more
What should I charge for my book?
That is up to you as you are the publisher. Do your homework though, and check out similar books in
bookstores. Be aware that if you use a book distributor that it is common for them to charge 55 percent of
the retail value. Star Print Brokers does not distribute books. We do not keep any royalties nor do we
retain any rights to your title. We do not require authors to use our ISBN numbers because you are the
publisher. We print high-quality books for you.
Please call (425)-603-1777 or email if you have any questions.
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Book Printing in Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the minimum quantity?
Hardcover books, 1,000, softcover books, 2,000. All of our books are printed on
commercial presses. We do NOT do print-on-demand, where books are copied in single
sheets, not printed on a press.
What is the quality of printing like?
With Star Print Brokers heading the team, the quality is wonderful. That is because we
have a proven network of pre-approved, already tested and proven providers. We
really care about providing great products and service.
Hardcover books, 1,000, softcover books, 2,000. All of our books are printed on
commercial presses. We do NOT do print-on-demand, where books are copied in single
sheets, not printed on a press.
What is the quality of printing like?
With Star Print Brokers heading the team, the quality is wonderful. That is because we
have a proven network of pre-approved, already tested and proven providers. We
really care about providing great products and service.
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Does Star Print Brokers only print high-quality fine art and
photography books?
We can print almost any kind of book. Since we specialize in high-end
color and large format bindings, we do a great job on all kinds of books.
Does Star Print Brokers only print high-quality fine art and
photography books?
We can print almost any kind of book. Since we specialize in high-end
color and large format bindings, we do a great job on all kinds of books.
