Business Details
44 Years
experience
Expert Short-Run Book Printing & Distribution
Bookmobile has been a trusted partner in book production since 1982, evolving from a design and typesetting firm to a full-service printing and distribution company. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in short-run digital printing, art book production, and comprehensive distribution services for publishers, museums, and independent authors. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our state-of-the-art technology combined with traditional craftsmanship, ensuring every project receives meticulous attention to detail.We offer flexible options including custom trim sizes, color interiors, foil stamping, and hardcover binding, catering to diverse client needs from small presses to academic institutions. Our Minnesota-based team prides itself on providing personalized support, competitive pricing, and a deep understanding of the publishing industry's evolving landscape. By integrating innovative solutions with time-tested methods, we help clients navigate the complexities of book production while maintaining their creative vision.
Services
Digital Book Printing
Art Book Printing
Print Distribution
Book Design
eBook Conversion
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Forty-two years of experience in book design and printing since 1982
- Custom solutions including foil stamping, color inserts, and specialty bindings
- Competitive pricing with minimum print runs starting at 25 copies
- Integrated distribution services through Itasca Books and Amazon
- Comprehensive quality checks based on decades of production expertise
What people say
Exceptional quality
Superior service
Reasonable cost
Beautiful books
Quick turnaround
Services
Digital Book Printing
We provide high-quality digital book printing with flexible options for trim sizes, paper types, and binding styles. Clients can order runs from 25 to 6,000 copies, with specialized features like color inserts, foil stamping, and vellum dust jackets. Our process combines modern technology with traditional craftsmanship to deliver exceptional results.
Art Book Printing
Specializing in art book production, we offer museum-quality printing for galleries, artists, and cultural institutions. Our services include custom hardcover designs, French flaps, and end sheets in various colors. The process ensures accurate color reproduction and premium finishing options to showcase visual content effectively.
Print Distribution
Our distribution services connect publishers with bookstores, libraries, and retail channels through Itasca Books. We manage warehousing, order fulfillment, and shipping while providing online inventory management tools. This integrated approach streamlines the sales process from warehousing to final delivery.
Book Design
We offer comprehensive book design and typesetting for publishers seeking professional layouts. Our team ensures typographic excellence with attention to formatting details. Services include cover design, interior layout, and prepress preparation for both print and digital formats.
eBook Conversion
Our eBook conversion transforms print materials into validated digital formats for major retailers. We maintain formatting integrity while optimizing readability across devices. Quality checks ensure compatibility with Amazon, Apple, and Barnes & Noble platforms while preserving the original design intent.
People
Nicole Baxter
Director of Sales, Marketing, & Publisher Services
With extensive experience in print and publishing services, Nicole leads sales and marketing initiatives while managing client relationships with major publishing accounts.
Rachel Holscher
Director of Design & Digital Publisher Services
Rachel oversees book design and digital production, ensuring typographic excellence while guiding clients through complex design requirements for both print and digital formats.
Hans Weyandt
Manager of Book Distribution Services
Hans manages distribution operations through Itasca Books, leveraging industry expertise to optimize supply chain solutions for publishers seeking broad market reach.
Questions
What book printing options are available?
We offer digital printing, hardcover and paperback binding, color inserts, foil stamping, French flaps, and custom trim sizes from 3" x 4" up to 12" square.
What print quantities can you handle?
Minimum run of 25 copies with standard maximums at 3,000 books per order. Special circumstances allow runs up to 6,000 copies for urgent requirements.
Do you handle international distribution?
While based in Minneapolis, we distribute books through major retail channels including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent bookstores nationwide.
Can you print art books with specialty features?
Yes, we specialize in art book printing with options like vellum inserts, custom end sheets, and advanced color calibration for visual media reproduction.
Do you offer eBook conversion services?
We convert print books to validated digital formats optimized for Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble Nook platforms.
What is your turnaround time?
Timeframes vary by project complexity. After proof approval, standard production runs typically complete within 10 business days, with expedited options available.
Reviews (6)
Golsa S.
Oct 13, 2021
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One star is even too much! The colors are off, the debossing barely shows, and they messed up my prints, made a decision on their own to merge my second draft and first draft which was clearly disapproved by me. Sean handled the project, went on vacation and gave it to devine who had no idea about our issues, and single handedly ruined it. The owner Don was the most unprofessional of all, he said in an email "printers can make mistakes" but did nothing to fix the issue. Waste of money and time! We are an architecture firm, and design million $ mansions, mostly in Los Angeles area.
Cheryl Aden
Sep 01, 2021
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I’m so very pleased with my book, “Apples & Oranges … A Photographic Essay,” printed by Bookmobile and now in distribution with Itasca Books. Everyone I dealt with was very professional – always helpful in answering questions and guiding me along in the process. And the book is beautiful – I’m really happy with the quality. The color images pop off the page – all look wonderful. Thank you to Nicole & Julie & the whole team! I’ll definitely come back to you for my next book!
Mark M.
Aug 30, 2021
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Bookmobile recently completed a project for me - a small run of hard-cover, case-wrapped photo books - and I couldn't be happier. Nicole and Julie took good care of me through several quote changes and revisions after proofing. All communication was prompt, clear, professional and friendly. They even adjusted my shipping date to better accommodate my schedule. The books look great, and they took great care in packing them for shipping. All in all a great experience!
Alya De
Aug 18, 2021
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Bookmobile took great care of my book, and the result is gorgeous! I was looking for a printer for my debut childrens book, and my main concern was quality: I wanted it to be in hardcover with endsheets and printed on 100 lb paper stock. Ive spent quite some time trying to find a printer who would offer all these options, and finally came across Bookmobile. They guided me through the process, answered all my questions, and explained how to export files for printing. Everyone Ive talked with was friendly, polite, and genuinely interested in helping me to make the best of my project. I
Julien Pfitzinger
Apr 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
The team at Bookmobile is outstanding. Weve worked with them on two books and couldnt be more pleased with the results. Highly recommend!
The team at Bookmobile is outstanding. Weve worked with them on two books and couldnt be more pleased with the results. Highly recommend!
Gretchen C.
Feb 03, 2021
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Can't rave enough about this company! Hats off to Sean and the whole team for doing such a fantastic job printing our book. Superb job, well executed, and reasonably priced. What made the experience even better was how Sean helped me every step of the way, explained what the process was, and answered a plethora of really basic questions. If you need a book printed, whether just a few copies or a good sized number, contact Bookmobile. My vote for this company is five well deserved stars!
