Business Details
27 Years
experience
Premium Book Printing Services in Bellevue, WA
Star Print Brokers has been a leader in high-quality book printing since 1999, specializing in offset press production for self-publishers and small publishers. Our expertise lies in delivering premium books with custom options unavailable elsewhere, combining decades of industry experience with strategic partnerships in Asia. We prioritize quality over cost, ensuring superior craftsmanship through signature-based offset printing, Smythe sewing, and professional color reproduction.Our team, led by book design expert Nancy Starkman, offers personalized service, handling every detail from design to global delivery. With a focus on transparency and client satisfaction, we provide DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) pricing, physical proofs, and a commitment to resolving issues on behalf of authors. Our reputation is built on trust, repeat clients, and a dedication to helping creators achieve their vision without compromising on quality or profitability.
Services
Book Printing
Book Design
Fixed-Layout Ebooks
Custom Options
Offset Printing
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Decades of experience in offset book printing and color reproduction.
- Custom options unavailable elsewhere, including French flaps and foil stamping.
- Never print in China, ensuring consistent quality and ethical standards.
- DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) pricing includes shipping, duty, and door delivery.
- Award-winning service with client testimonials highlighting exceptional quality.
What people say
Superb quality
Impeccable service
Stunning color reproduction
Exceeded expectations
Professional binding
Services
Book Printing
Star Print Brokers offers premium offset book printing in Asia, specializing in hardcover, softcover, and board books. Our process uses signature-based sheet-fed presses for superior quality, with options like Smythe sewing, foil stamping, and French flaps. Clients benefit from competitive pricing, DDP delivery, and decades of expertise in color reproduction and binding.
Book Design
Led by author Nancy Starkman, our book design services ensure professional layouts tailored to photography, art, and coffee table books. We handle color correction, typography, and custom elements like tipped-in pages, ensuring visual appeal and marketability while adhering to industry standards for print and digital formats.
Fixed-Layout Ebooks
We convert print books into fixed-layout ebooks, preserving page integrity for image-heavy content. This service includes file optimization, CMYK-to-RGB conversion, and compatibility with platforms like Amazon Kindle, ensuring a seamless reading experience across devices.
Custom Options
Our unique offerings include slip cases, gilded edges, fabric covers, and specialty varnishes. These options cater to niche markets requiring luxury finishes, enabling authors to differentiate their books in competitive markets while maintaining professional durability and aesthetics.
Offset Printing
Using commercial offset presses, we produce high-volume runs with precise color matching and sharp detail. This method ensures cost efficiency for large orders (minimum 1,000 copies), ideal for self-publishers seeking profitability without compromising on the tactile and visual quality of their books.
People
Nancy Starkman
President
Nancy Starkman is a renowned book designer and author of 'Book Design: Simple & Professional.' With decades of experience, she specializes in color reproduction and layout for photography and art books, ensuring each project meets exacting quality standards.
Edward Starkman
Project Manager
Edward Starkman oversees client relations and project execution, leveraging his expertise in international logistics and printing negotiations. He ensures seamless production from design to delivery, advocating for client interests and maintaining transparent communication.
Questions
Where does Star Print Brokers print books?
We print books in Asia through select partners, avoiding China to maintain quality. Our offset press partners ensure high standards for clients worldwide.
What are the minimum order quantities?
Minimums are 1,000 hardcover, 2,000 softcover, or 1,000 board books. This ensures cost efficiency and quality for large-volume orders.
Do you offer book design services?
Yes, led by Nancy Starkman, we provide professional book design, including layout, color correction, and custom elements for photography and art books.
How long does delivery take?
Books ship via container, taking 9–11 days to West Coast ports, longer for East Coast or international destinations. DDP delivery includes customs clearance and insurance.
Why avoid China for printing?
We prioritize quality and ethical standards. Our Asia partners outside China meet our rigorous requirements for craftsmanship and service reliability.
Can I request physical proofs?
Yes, one round of digital proofs is included. Press proofs (on offset press) are available at an extra cost for critical color accuracy.
