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Bring your story to life with professional children's book publishing services

From story time at school to bedtime at home, spark the magic and inspire young readers

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Children's book publishing

Why publish your children's book with BookBaby?

100% Guaranteed

100% Guaranteed

We stand by our work and we're serious about making you happy. You'll be satisfied with the quality of your books and the design of your book cover. If by chance you're not happy, we'll work with you until you're completely satisfied.

Premium quality

Premium quality

Our printing quality is comparable to (or better than) Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, and others. It's all thanks to our state-of-the art facility, innovative technology, top-grade paper, and meticulous attention to detail.

Support for a lifetime

Support for a lifetime

BookBaby supports your book for a lifetime. We'll ensure that you receive dedicated guidance on publishing, distribution, marketing, and selling your books. We're invested in your immediate and future success.

Dreams become reality

Dreams become reality

Choosing BookBaby means choosing the best self publishing experience possible. We won't just create your book — we'll distribute it everywhere so others can read it, too. Everything you need to make your dream possible is right here.

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Diving into self publishing can be daunting.
That's why authors need a trusted publishing partner.

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Whatever you are willing or able to spend, there's an option for you. If you're lost and just don't know where to go, there are so many people at BookBaby who are there to help you.

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C.J. Zachary
Author, The Awkward Avocado

The Awkward Avocado by C.J. Zachary

When you have questions about creating your book, our experienced Publishing Specialists are here to answer them — before, during, and after the project is completed

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A better way to publish your children's book

You've worked hard on writing your children's book, and BookBaby is here to help turn your vision into a professionally published book that every parent will want to read to their children — night after night.

Rather than working with a traditional children's book publisher and losing the rights to your work, you can team up with BookBaby and retain complete creative control of your masterpiece. We've published thousands of picture books, so you can count on us to create a storybook you'll be proud to have your name on as an author or illustrator. We have expertise in producing books with fewer pages, which is ideal for children's books that are often short, engaging reads. We offer both paperback and hardcover options that are kid-friendly and durable.

With the help of our interior book formatting specialists, your kids' book is sure to engage early readers because every page will have a beautiful layout. Our high-quality, vivid color printing means that each children's book we print will captivate young readers with rich, vibrant illustrations. And thanks to Print On Demand distribution, children worldwide will want to add your book to their cherished collections. Our Publishing Specialists are here to build a publishing plan (for any budget) that's specially curated to bring your children's book to life.

1. Get your book polished and ready for publishing

Book cover design

Are you looking for an eye-catching cover that really pops? Count on BookBaby's professional book cover designers to tell your story visually and help you stand out on the shelf.

Interior formatting for eBooks

Get your children's book is beautifully formatted for any eReader. From long road trips to quick appointments, kids will enjoy taking your eBook absolutely everywhere.

Interior formatting for printed books

Elevate your book's readability and charm your audience by having our expert designers create an impeccable book layout. Young readers will ask to hear your story again and again.

Metadata optimization

Your storybook is introduced to the world through its metadata. Boost your book's visibility in the marketplace and entice buyers with compelling book listings crafted by our experts.

2. Make your book available in every format

Printed books

Flexible softcover books fit comfortably in tiny hands, while a sturdy hardcover storybook provides durability for active kids. No matter your needs, we offer any trim size or finish imaginable.

eBook conversion

A picture-filled eBook typically requires Fixed Layout eBook conversion. Our experts can convert interactive, high-resolution PDF files into an eBook designed especially for Amazon's Kindle and the Apple Books app. Fixed Layout eBook conversion maintains the original book design, ensuring that images and text appear exactly as intended.

3. Sell your book in stores and market your book worldwide

Global distribution

Gain access to the world's largest distribution network and sell your children's book through major global retailers. You'll connect with an international audience of excited young readers.

Marketing & advertising

Maximize your reach through digital advertising, social media, and more. We'll spread the word to parents of young readers, early childhood educators, and others who are interested in your genre.

Direct-to-reader sales

Earn the industry's highest royalty rates, get paid weekly, and track your book's performance by selling through BookBaby Bookshop. You won't find a more author-friendly option for selling a children's book.

ISBN assignment

Obtain a number, barcode, and metadata registration for tracking your sales. Having an ISBN is a crucial step in selling your children's book and keeping tabs on its success.

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Distribution partners include:

Distribution partners
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Frequently asked questions:

How is a children's book printed?

Children's books are typically printed using either Print on Demand services or traditional publishing. While you may have many options when it comes to the design and features of your book, some publishers do require a high minimum page count – up to 75 pages in some cases.

When you choose to do your children's book self publishing and printing with BookBaby, you'll have plenty of options in choosing how you'll bring your story to life. Choose from either a hardcover or softcover (paperback) book, a variety of paper stock options, and your choice of trim size and binding options. Additionally, our minimum page requirement is only 24 pages – whereas you'll find that other children's book publishing platforms have a 75-page minimum for children's books! We ensure that our printers use premium ink so that your illustration comes out crystal clear.

You can begin the process for printing your book today by scheduling an appointment with one of our Publishing Specialists, or by giving us a call at 1-877-961-6878.

Is it hard to get a children's book published?

Self-publishing children's book doesn't have to be hard – it just depends on the route you want to take. The traditional publishing road might be a bit more arduous. You're essentially at the mercy of literary agents or publishers who receive thousands of submissions in the same genre every day. And if you do end up getting signed with a traditional publisher, you might have to forego some creative control of your work.

However, when you self-publish your children's book, you get to remain in complete control of the entire printing and publishing process. And when you self-publish with BookBaby, you'll get everything you need for your book, all under one roof. Our expert design team will help you create a cover for your children's book that will stand out on the shelves. Our marketing services will help your story reach a wider audience. Our editing services will ensure that all of your I's are dotted and T's are crossed.

You can learn more by checking out our children's book self-publishing package. We've created packages designed specifically for our children's book authors, where you can customize what you need to publish your book.

What is the average price to print a custom children's book?

The average price to print a custom children's book varies. You'll have to decide which features you're looking for when printing – do you need cover design, editing, marketing, or other options to self-publish? How many books are you looking to print?

Printing costs for your children's book also depends on the style of your book. For example, the cost to print your book with BookBaby depends on your trim size, binding and paper options, and whether you want to print in hardcover or softcover.

Luckily, we offer all the options you need to print and self-publish your book right here. So, you can pick and choose which feature you need and which style you'd like your book printed, depending on your budget and preferences. Get a quote to get your children's book printed and published today!