Print-On-Demand
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Welcome To CLC Kenya's Print-On-Demand
Here, we make publishing dreams a reality, one copy at a time. Our print on demand technology enables authors, publishers and ministries to produce good-quality books without the need for massive print runs, paving the way for greater accessibility, affordability, and efficiency in book production.
What Is Print-on-Demand?
Print-on-Demand (POD) is a revolutionary digital printing technology that allows books to be printed in small quantities—even a single copy! Unlike traditional offset printing, which requires large runs to be cost-effective, POD eliminates the need for costly inventory, making publishing more accessible for authors and publishers alike.
Why Choose Print-on-Demand at CLC Kenya?
- Affordable Printing for All: No need to invest in thousands of copies—print only what you need when you need it.
- Quick Turnaround Times: Our local facility in Nairobi ensures that your books are printed and delivered promptly with a 5-10 days delivery timeline.
- Good Quality: Get good-quality books that look and feel just like traditionally printed ones.
- Flexible Quantities: From a single copy to hundreds, we cater to your exact needs.
- Eco-Friendly: Print only what you need, reducing waste and environmental impact.
How It Works
- Submit Your Digital File: All you need is a ready-to-print digital copy of your book.
- Custom Printing: Using digital print technology, we produce books with vibrant covers and crisp interiors.
- Delivery or Pickup: Once printed, your books will be ready for collection or delivery when and where you need them.
Benefits of Print-on-Demand
- Cost-Efficient: Skip the high costs of traditional printing and storage.
- Risk-Free Publishing: Avoid overprinting and unsold inventory.
- Fast Publishing: Go from file to finished book in record time of 5-10 working days.
- Global Reach: Print locally and sell globally without worrying about logistics.
At CLC Kenya, our Print-on-Demand service has empowered countless authors, publishers and ministries in Africa and abroad to bring their stories to life. Whether you are self-publishing your first book or a seasoned author/publisher looking to manage your inventory smartly, POD is the perfect solution for modern publishing needs.
Ready to Print Your Book?
Take the first step towards publishing success today. Contact our Print-on-Demand at pod@cblafrica.com for a quote to help make your book printing journey seamless and affordable.
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You Can Place Your Order Below or Email pod@cblafrica.com
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Pros of Print-On-Demand
Why Print-on-Demand is Perfect for Today’s Authors/Publishers
In today’s competitive publishing industry, POD offers unmatched flexibility and control. Whether you’re self-publishing, experimenting with new ideas, or keeping your books updated, CLC Kenya’s Print-on-Demand services provide a cost-effective and sustainable solution.
Get Started Today
Ready to bring your book to life? Contact CLC Kenya’s Print-on-Demand at pod@cblafrica.com today to get started. With just a digital copy of your manuscript, we’ll help you turn your vision into reality—quickly, affordably, and sustainably.
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Why Choose Print-on-Demand with CLC Kenya?
1. Fast and Reliable Book Printing
With CLC Kenya’s POD services, your books are produced quickly, often within just a few days. This ensures you can meet local and global demands efficiently without long production delays.
2. Affordable Printing for Authors & Publishers
Our POD solutions eliminate the need for expensive bulk printing. Print as many—or as few—copies as you need, reducing upfront costs and making publishing accessible to first-time authors and self-publishers.
3. Flexible Print Quantities
Whether you need a single copy or a short print run, our POD facility adapts to your requirements, giving you full control over your book inventory.
4. Good-Quality Printing
CLC Kenya’s digital printing technology ensures good results, delivering vibrant covers and sharp, clear text for both colour and black-and-white books.
5. Cost-Effective Solutions
Our competitive pricing is ideal for smaller print runs, particularly for text-heavy books like novels, devotionals, self-help books or instructional guides.
6. On-Demand Reprints
Your books are always available when needed. Reprint copies as demand grows without the burden of overstock or inventory management.
7. Zero Warehousing Costs
Save money and simplify logistics with POD. Books are printed on demand, eliminating the need for warehousing and storage expenses.
8. Eco-Friendly Publishing
POD is an environmentally conscious choice. By printing only what you need, waste is minimized, supporting a greener future for publishing.
9. Easy and Seamless Publishing Process
All you need is a digital copy of your manuscript. Our experienced team handles the rest, delivering a smooth and stress-free publishing experience.
10. Risk-Free Publishing for Authors
Test the market with small print runs before scaling up. POD reduces financial risks and allows authors to publish confidently.
11. Customization and Content Updates
With POD, you can easily update your content, release special editions, or refresh your book without committing to a large reprint.
12. Accessibility for All
Our local POD facility empowers authors, publishers and ministries to publish and print books affordably. We’ve made publishing accessible to authors who may have found traditional methods challenging.
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Pros of offset Printing
At CLC Kenya, we offer offset printing services through referrals that deliver quality and efficiency for authors who need large print runs. Offset printing uses aluminium plates to transfer images onto rubber blankets, which then transfer the ink onto paper. This indirect process—known as “offset”—ensures high precision, vibrant colours, and professional-grade printing.
Why Choose Offset Printing?
Offset printing is the preferred option for authors and publishers when larger quantities of books or materials are required. Its efficiency and versatility make it ideal for producing high-quality publications at scale.
What option is best for you?
At CLC Kenya, we offer Print-On-Demand (POD) solutions to meet the diverse needs of authors and publishers. We also do Offset Printing referrals. Each method has unique advantages depending on your project’s scale, budget, and specifications.
When to Choose Offset Printing
- Best for Large Runs: If you need thousands of copies, offset printing is the ideal choice.
- Customisation Options: Perfect for projects requiring specific Pantone colours, specialty inks like metallic or fluorescent and book size variations.
- Wider Paper Selection: Offers a broader range of custom papers and finishes for a premium look including choice of paper grammage, colour etc.
- Cost Efficiency: The cost per unit decreases significantly with larger print runs, providing excellent economies of scale.
When to Choose Print-On-Demand (POD)
- Small Batch Runs: For smaller quantities, typically between 2–300 copies, POD is the most practical and affordable option.
- Quick Turnaround: POD is faster, enabling you to meet local or immediate demands with minimal delay.
- Flexible and Risk-Free: Print only what you need, reducing upfront costs and eliminating inventory risks.
- Quality Assurance: Even in small quantities, POD delivers good-grade books suitable for retail and distribution.
Making the Right Choice for Your Needs
Both Offset Printing and Print-On-Demand offer good-quality results. Your choice depends on:
- Quantity: Offset is more economical for large-scale production, while POD is perfect for smaller runs.
- Budget: POD is cost-effective for limited prints, whereas offset offers better value for bulk orders.
- Project Specifications: Offset allows for greater customisation, while POD is streamlined for convenience and speed.
Empowering Authors with Versatility
Whether you’re publishing your first book or managing a large-scale project, CLC Kenya ensures your printing needs are met with precision and care. From one copy to thousands, we’re here to help you get your books into the hands of your readers!
Contact Us Today
Explore the best option for your project with our expert team at CLC Kenya. Let’s turn your vision into a printed reality. Email us at: pod@cblafrica.com
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POD Print File Specs & Options
Book Cover
Paper Type – Cover Stock
Paper Thickness – 250-300gsm (grams per square metre)
Format – PDF only
Inside Text
Paper Type – Copy paper white
Paper Thickness – 80gsm or 75gsm (grams per square metre)
Colour – White only
Format – PDF only
Lamination Options
Self Cover – No lamination (especially for school books where students have to write their names on the cover)
Glossy – Produces a shiny, glass-like appearance that enhances the color and vibrancy of the ink on a page.
Matte – Produces a very low gloss-coated elegant and sophisticated finish that has a “velvety” texture that softens the contrast of darker colors so that they don’t stand out quite as much.
Binding Options
Perfect Binding – The pages and cover are glued together at the spine with a strong yet flexible hot melt glue with so thread sewing.
Saddle Stitch Binding – Folded sheets are gathered together and folded at the middle and then stapled through the fold line with wire staples.
Wire-0-Wire (wow) Binding – Wire-o-Wire uses a looped metal wire. Bound books are used for formal, organized, and professional presentations of information. Pages can be turned 360 degrees around on themselves without damaging the spine. This binding is great for fine art photography, calendars, business reports, documents, cookbooks, journals and directories.
Spiral Binding – This binding is used for manuals, workbooks, journals, guides, handbooks, and reports that need to be used as daily reference. The plastic coil is durable and allows for the pages to be turned 360 degrees around on themselves without damaging the edges of the paper or strength of the binding. This makes it easy to read or write in the book with just one facing page showing, which conserves space.
Tips to Save Money, Time, and Secure Your Files for Printing
Terms & Conditions to POD at CLC Kenya
1. File Submission and Accuracy
All print files are printed exactly as submitted. It is the author’s responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the content, layout, and design before submission. The printing team will not make any changes or amendments to the files once received.
2. Revisions or Amendments
If you require any changes, including cover design, layout adjustments, editing, or proofreading, please contact our Publishing team at publishing@cblafrica.com. We will connect you with a professional cover designer, layout designer, editor, or proofreader. These services are available at an additional cost and must be arranged before submitting your files for printing.
3. Quality Commitment
At POD, we are committed to delivering good quality books that meet market standards in Kenya. While we ensure our production equipment is up-to-date, it’s important to note that the print-on-demand industry in Kenya is still young and growing. As a result, the level of quality we offer balances capacity with value for money. If you require high-end or premium products, we are happy to refer you to specialized providers who can meet your specific needs.
4. Sample Requests
To ensure satisfaction with the final product, we strongly recommend that you request a sample at your own cost before moving into full production. This allows you to review and approve the quality. Should you choose to waive this sample request, we cannot be held responsible for any dissatisfaction with the final product. However, we always strive to deliver books of good quality.
FAQs !
Have A Question? Talk to Jackline Ingasian - Programs Coordinator at programs@cblafrica.com or +254707463007
I am a ministry abroad, how can I partner with CLC Kenya to spread God's Word in East Africa and Africa using Christian literature?
We facilitate a go-between with your recipient in Africa.
What is the impact of ACABA in Africa?
The inaugural gala had 74 submissions from Kenya and Uganda. Currently, ACABA has a reach in 17 countries in Africa with over 1,300 authors.
Do you run book programs for ministries?
Yes, to ensure maximum impact to African communities.
Do you have community outreach programs using Christian lietrature?
Yes. By empowering pastors and Church leaders, we impact the communities.
All Publishing Services
Making Your Book a Reality
Support Services for Authors
Needing a service to print-ready your book?
Editing & Proofreading (from) Kes 16,000
When it comes to books, an editor is seen as a gatekeeper between the author and the audience. An editor has to take a dual sided point of view in order to keep both parties happy. Authors know their stories inside and out, and have had a strong personal relationship with their manuscript for months or sometimes years.
Without an editor, you won’t necessarily see those things are there, or you won’t think they need fixing. The editor is there to bring out the best in your work. Writers can’t help but fall in love with their own writing. … An editor will point out areas of text that could be rewritten to improve flow and cohesion.
Cover & Layout Design (from) Kes 11,000
Professional and catchy book cover and layout design instantly grabs the attention of your target audience and makes them take a second look. A well-designed book cover and layout tells the readers that the author is serious about the work and is a thorough professional.
ISBN Acquisition Kes 4,000
ISBN helps your readers identify and order the exact book they want to purchase.
Libraries, bookstores, online retailers, distributors, and wholesalers depend on this unique identifier to track purchases and sales, and it will be necessary to apply for an ISBN if you intend to sell to them.
Copyright Facilitation Kes 5,000
Copyright law has a dual role. It provides exclusive rights to authors in order to protect their work for a limited period of time but it was also established to promote creativity and learning.
It makes easier for authors to make money selling their books, by preventing bookstores and other sellers from buying one copy of a book, making copies of the book, and then selling the copies to their customers.
Writing Classes (from) Kes 15,000
A writing mentorship class helps a writer by giving honest feedback. This constructive critique can improve your writing process and teach you new ways to approach your stories.
Publishing (from) Kes 45,000
This includes comprehensive editing, proofreading, cover design, inside text layout, acquiring ISBN and facilitating copyrighting.
Marketing & Distribution Strategy Development (Course) Kes 5,000
For self published authors, book marketing and distribution can pose a challenge. Empower yourself with this course.
Book Programs (from) Kes 20,000
Turn your book into a program. Get consultation, development of curriculum, hosting and mentorship.
Join An Authors Fellowship Kes 2,000
African Christian Authors Book Award program recognizes and promotes quality in Christian authorship in East Africa. Presented annually to Christian authors, the Award program celebrates the “best of the year” in 10 categories. Five finalists are chosen in each category unless there is a tie. The Winner in each category is announced and awarded at African Christian Authors Gala
POD Benefits for Overseas Publishers & Ministries
Print-on-Demand has the potential to revolutionize the availability of overseas books in Africa. Normally, material imported from America, Europe, Asia and other countries can take weeks or months to arrive in Kenya. POD technology makes those same books available in a matter of hours and has been beneficial to publishers abroad to reach African market.
Publishing and printing are developing rapidly. Do you want to be part of this change?
Reach East Africa through CLC Kenya
CLC Kenya overseas partnerships include:
1. Partnerships with international publishing firms with content relevant for the East Africa community.
2. Partnership with both local and international missionary / missions organizations to print and distribute materials to the recipients in East Africa.
3. Partnership with international missionary / missions organizations to offer support for book-program conferences and seminars held in East Africa.
4. Partnership with churches overseas to spread the Word of God through channels relevant to the specific church in Kenya.
HOW DO WE DO IT?
PRINT ON DEMAND
Do you have books or materials you need used in East AFrica for your conference or seminar? We can print these for you from Kenya. We print Christian books, ministry reports, training manuals, notebooks, journals, events programs and all other materials that are not in conflict with the Christian faith.
Benefits of POD in Kenya versus Shipping:
- No shipping costs
- No hustle of custom taxes and clearing costs
- No delays – you get your books in Kenya at the location of your preference
- No need for storage / warehousing – we print what you need when you need it.
2. FACILITATATION OF SELF-PUBLISHING OF BOOKS RELEVANT TO EAST AFRICA
Do you have content or training manuals that are targeted to the East Africa market? We facilitate self-publishing by offering the following support services including Editing, Cover Design and Layout, ISBN, Copyright, Printing and Delivery to your recipient.
3. DISTRIBUTION TO NETWORKS OF PASTORS AND BELIEVERS
Do you have material you would want to share with a target group in the body of Christ in East Africa? We facilitate the distribution of your resources to your network or offer our networks of defined target groups.
Our reach goes beyond Kenya to Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Swaziland, Botswana,
Burundi, Ethiopia, Congo and other African countries.
WHO HAVE WE WORKED WITH?
- Oasis International – USA
- CLC – USA
- Leadership Development Partnership – UK
- Sparklit – Australia
- Jael Women’s Group – USA
- The Gospel Coalition – USA
- Langham Partnership – UK
- Russell Marke – USA
- Robert Carl – USA
Our Missioners
Meet our Missioners Team
Here’s the amazing team of missioners, trainers and volunteers who keep our programs going!
