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Softcover Photo Books
A softcover photo book is a personalized photo book with a flexible yet durable cover. Softcover photo books are lightweight, easy to create, and more affordable than hardcover books, making them ideal for everyday memories, travel photos, and casual keepsakes without compromising on quality.

Why pick a softcover photo book?

 

Softcover photo books are a lightweight, affordable, easy‑to‑share way to turn your photos into something meaningful. Pro tip: Create one, then order copies to share with friends and family! Softcover photo books are best for:

 

- Everyday moments

- Quick projects

- School year highlights

- Books for kids

- Summer camp memories 

- Club events

- Magazine-style books (it’s a chic way capture travels!)

 

How can I customize my softcover photo book?

 

Shutterfly gives you total creative control so you can customize your softcover book anyway you like!  Choose the fonts, colors, and photo layouts that work best for your memories. For an extra special touch, add custom details or embellishments like frames, stickers, metallic accents, and more.

 

- Available photo book sizes: 8x8, 10x10, 8x11, 11x8

- Minimum number of pages: 20 pages

- Maximum number of pages: 111 pages

- Matte-finish pages that are acid-free to prevent deterioration

- Fast photo placement with our AI-powered autofill option

- We can design it for you with our FREE 24-Hour Designer Service

Why pick a softcover photo book?

 

Softcover photo books are a lightweight, affordable, easy‑to‑share way to turn your photos into something meaningful. Pro tip: Create one, then order copies to share with friends and family! Softcover photo books are best for:

 

- Everyday moments

- Quick projects

- School year highlights

- Books for kids

- Summer camp memories 

- Club events

- Magazine-style books (it’s a chic way capture travels!)

 

How can I customize my softcover photo book?

 

Shutterfly gives you total creative control so you can customize your softcover book anyway you like!  Choose the fonts, colors, and photo layouts that work best for your memories. For an extra special touch, add custom details or embellishments like frames, stickers, metallic accents, and more.

 

- Available photo book sizes: 8x8, 10x10, 8x11, 11x8

- Minimum number of pages: 20 pages

- Maximum number of pages: 111 pages

- Matte-finish pages that are acid-free to prevent deterioration

- Fast photo placement with our AI-powered autofill option

- We can design it for you with our FREE 24-Hour Designer Service

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Book Type

Best For...

Highlights

Layflat photo books

Weddings

Travel

Portfolios

Seamless spreads for a premium feel

Hardcover photo books

Vacations

Yearly recaps

Celebrations

A durable, classic cover that can be matte or glossy

Softcover photo books

Everyday memories

Kids

School year recaps

Lightweight, flexible, and affordable

WHY CHOOSE SHUTTERFLy

Easy to make & designed to last with premium quality.

AI Autofill

Get smart layouts in seconds when you autofill photos.

Customize Everything

Our editing tools and library of styles let you customize like a pro.

Magic Writer

Get caption suggestions in seconds with the help of AI.

Best-in-Class Quality

From vibrant colors to flawless finishes, every page is picture-perfect.

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