Photo Books

*Free 24-Hour Photo Book Designer Service: Submit your project request and our designers will create your photo book based on the information provided. Offer applies to the design services only; customers will be responsible for the cost of the final product. No promotion code needed. Timing Exclusions - Projects submitted to a designer between 11:59 pm PT on Friday and 11:59 pm PT on Sunday will be returned by Tuesday at 10:00 am PT. Please expect a 3-day delay for projects submitted on Jan 17, Feb 17, Feb 20, June 23, July 17, Sep 22, Oct 20, Dec 16, 2026. Service availability subject to capacity limits; an unexpected delay may result in the event of overwhelming demand. Additional Details - We reserve the right to refuse or cancel design requests for any reason at our sole discretion, including, but not limited to: duplicative requests, too many low-resolution images, technical errors with the images, or inappropriate content. Service not offered on Children’s Board Books. We reserve the right to modify or replace any part of these terms and conditions without notice, at our sole discretion.

Custom Photo Books Designed to Last

A Shutterfly photo book turns your favorite moments into a beautifully printed keepsake you’ll return to for years. From once-in-a-lifetime celebrations to everyday memories, our custom photo books are crafted with premium materials, vibrant color printing, and thoughtfully designed binding options that protect every page. With easy-to-use design tools and optional AI-powered layout assistance, creating your photo book takes just a few steps.

Photo Book Types & Binding Options

Choosing the right binding style helps define the look and feel of your book. Shutterfly offers several professionally crafted options to suit every occasion:

• Standard Hardcover: A classic, durable book with sturdy pages and a polished finish — ideal for family albums and year-in-review books.
• Standard Layflat: Hinged pages allow spreads to open flatter, making it easier to display larger images across two pages.
• Deluxe Layflat: Double-thick pages with a seamless layflat design, perfect for panoramic photos and elevated keepsakes.
• Flush Mount: Our most premium option, featuring thick, board-mounted pages that lie completely flat for a high-end album feel.
• Softcover: Lightweight and flexible, great for everyday memories or creating multiple copies to share.

Each option is designed for long-lasting durability while allowing your photos to take center stage.

Photo Book Sizes & Formats

Our photo books are available in a variety of sizes and orientations, so you can choose the format that best fits your project. From compact 8x8 photo books to larger statement sizes like 11x14, you can design square, landscape, or portrait layouts that complement your photos. Larger formats are ideal for weddings and milestone events, while smaller books are perfect for travel highlights, school years, or gifts. With flexible sizing and page counts, it’s easy to create a book that feels thoughtfully designed from cover to cover.

Photo Book Templates for Every Occasion

Custom photo books are one of the most meaningful ways to preserve life’s milestones. Popular themes include:

• Wedding photo books to relive your big day
• Baby photo books celebrating first smiles and first steps
• Travel photo books capturing adventures near and far
• Family photo albums that document everyday traditions
• Year-in-review books highlighting your favorite memories

With hundreds of professionally designed templates — or the option to start from scratch — you can create a book that reflects your style and the moments that matter most.

Photo Book Quality You Can See in Every Page

Every Shutterfly photo book is printed using high-quality 4-color printing for vibrant, true-to-life results and crisp detail. Archival-quality materials and durable binding options help preserve your photos over time, so your book can be enjoyed again and again.

Select books also offer an optional 6-color printing upgrade for enhanced depth, smoother gradients, and richer tones, along with finishing choices like matte or glossy pages and specialty covers. Prefer a head start? Our free 24-Hour Designer Service can arrange your photos into a ready-to-review layout, so you can make edits and personalize from there.

Celebrate Your Memories Beyond Photo Books

Looking to display your memories beyond the page? Explore personalized gifts like canvas prints, photo mugs, Christmas cards, and photo blankets — each designed to help you showcase your favorite moments throughout your home or share them with loved ones.

Photo Book Guides & FAQs

• How to Make a Photo Book
• Photo Book FAQs
• Photo Book Customization Options
• Layflat vs. Standard Photo Books