Journal & workbook publishing

Spur inspiration when you self publish a guided journal, workbook, or activity book

Why publish your journal or workbook with BookBaby?

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

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

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

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 scary.
That's why authors need a trusted publishing partner.

As a business, our value drivers are quality, speed, and cost. BookBaby is the sweet spot among the three. The BookBaby Team has consistently demonstrated excellent customer service and high-quality printing for our books and workbooks. It is one thing to deliver an excellent product or provide excellent service, but to deliver excellence consistently, along with competitive pricing, is what our team values most about BookBaby.

Susan Hite
CEO, PsychoGeometrics

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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There's a better way to publish your journal or workbook

From personal passions to professional progress, custom-printed workbooks motivate people around the world to reach their goals. BookBaby is here to help you create and deliver a professionally printed journal that captivates your audience page after page. Whether you're looking to print a guided journal, a prompt journal, a workbook, or an activity book, every tool you need is right here at BookBaby.

BookBaby is your home for professional journal and workbook printing services. Our high-quality uncoated paper stocks are perfect for a variety of guided journals and activity books, providing the ideal canvas for pencils, pens, markers, and crayons. With BookBaby's professional book cover design and your choice of hardcover or softcover binding styles, you can make a statement before the journal or book even gets opened. To ensure that your custom journal makes an impression, we offer Print On Demand distribution, allowing you to publish and sell your guided journal worldwide without having to pay for large print runs, warehousing, or fulfillment.

You can inspire growth and creativity with custom journals and workbooks. Custom journals and workbooks serve a multitude of purposes such as unlocking creativity, enhancing personal development, or providing daily inspiration. Whatever path you're taking, BookBaby's Publishing Specialists will support you through every step of the process and for the entire lifetime of your personalized journal.

1. Get your book polished and ready for publishing

Book cover design

Our skilled book cover designers will create an eye-catching cover for your journal or workbook. You'll make a great first impression before a reader turns the first page.

Metadata optimization

Your workbook is introduced to the world through its metadata. Boost your visibility in the marketplace and entice readers with compelling book listings crafted by our metadata optimization experts.

2. Make your book available in every format

Printed books

From packable softcover books to sturdy hardcovers, your journal or workbook will be printed with precision and care. We offer any trim size or finish imaginable.

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

Where your book actually sells

Your book doesn't need to be "everywhere." It needs to be where readers actually buy. With BookBaby, that means three powerful channels working together:

Amazon for print — Where the majority of printed books are discovered and purchased
Wide ebook distribution — Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Vearsa, and more
BookBaby Bookshop — Your own direct-to-reader store where you keep the most money

Amazon gives you reach for print:

eBook retailers give you global digital access
BookBaby Bookshop gives you ownership, customer data, and higher margins
You're not chasing every store — you're focused on the ones that actually move indie books

Marketing & advertising

Maximize your book's impact with our digital advertising, social media, and more. We'll help target new readers who are interested in the theme of your guided journal or activity book.

Direct-to-reader sales

Sell your self published journal or workbook in the world's most author-friendly bookstore: BookBaby Bookshop. You'll enjoy the industry's highest royalty rates, get paid weekly, and easily track your book's performance.

ISBN assignment

Maximize your book's impact with our digital advertising, social media, and more. We'll help target new readers who are interested in the theme of your guided journal or activity book.

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Distribution partners include:

Frequently asked questions:

How can I create a custom journal?

Creating a custom journal or workbook is simple with BookBaby. Our Publishing Specialists will help you through each step of the process, while our talented and experienced designers will create a cover that makes your journal stand out. Then, you can choose from our book printing options, as well as our marketing services, to get your book into the hands of creators, writers, or for your own personal use! You can get started by saving a quote today.

Where can I print custom journals?

Right here at BookBaby! Our expert prepress team will first make sure that your book files are set up and ready to go. Then, your journals or workbooks will be printed in-house in our Philadelphia-area facility. Our team of experienced Self-Publishing professionals printed over 10,000 book printing projects just last year! And with our fully stocked paper supply, you won't have to worry about delays. We're ready to print your hardcover or softcover journals today.

How much do customized journals and workbooks cost?

With a variety of binding, trim sizes, and paper to choose from, you can create your customized journal or workbook to stay well within your budget. Our Publishing Specialists will be able to help guide you to choose the best options for your notebook needs.

Plus, with our Print On Demand services, you can print your journals as you need them – that way, you can avoid the larger print-run costs, while distributing your journal to the world's biggest bookstores.

How do I sell a custom journal?

Custom journals can act as great merchandise for your website or to promote your business brand. If you're a musician, you can display your song lyrics on a beautifully designed cover; if you're an entrepreneur, you can have some of your favorite motivational quotes displayed throughout the pages. Your customized journals are an extension of you!

And with BookBaby's variety of marketing services, including Facebook Ads for Authors, you can have your journal reach a larger audience and get connected to your brand even sooner.