Lulu Direct
Global Print-On-Demand & Book Distribution
Overview
Lulu Direct, formerly Lulu xPress, is the print-on-demand dropshipping service from the self-publishing platform Lulu.com. It focuses exclusively on printed media like books, calendars, and magazines. It allows authors and creators to sell their work directly through their own ecommerce stores, with Lulu handling the printing and fulfillment.
✨ Key Features
- Specializes in books (paperback, hardcover), calendars, and comic books
- High-quality printing and binding options
- Global fulfillment network
- Transparent pricing calculator
- No minimum order quantity
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep specialization in book printing and self-publishing.
- Wide range of formats, bindings, and paper types for books.
- Gives creators full control over their sales and customer relationships, unlike marketplaces like Amazon.
Unique Value: Sell your self-published books directly through your own store with a professional, reliable print-on-demand partner.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Fulfilling book orders for authors with Shopify stores.
- Printing and shipping high-quality calendars for artists and designers.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Anyone looking to sell apparel, accessories, or any non-paper products.
- Businesses that require integrations beyond Shopify or WooCommerce.
🏆 Alternatives
While general PODs might offer a simple notebook, Lulu Direct provides the extensive options and quality that professional authors and publishers require.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: No membership fees. You only pay for the cost of printing and shipping each order.
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