Make a photo book with the Blurb online editor
Our fastest, easiest way to design a photo book, on your phone, tablet, or computer.
- Upload photos directly from your phone
- Start blank or pick one of 34 pro-made themes
- Create online in browser—no app required
Everything you need to design your photo book
Design on any device
Your book saves to your Blurb account, so you can start it on your phone and seamlessly transition over to your computer.
Find the right layout
Choose from 33 page layouts, from one big photo to a full collage, and mix them throughout your book.
34 themes to set the look of your book
Start with a pro-made theme that fits your story, from clean and simple to bold and colorful. Then adjust any page until it feels right.
Upload photos straight from your camera roll
Choose photos from your phone and start designing right away. No app needed.Design on any device
Your book saves to your Blurb account, so you can start it on your phone and seamlessly transition over to your computer.Find the right layout
Choose from 33 page layouts, from one big photo to a full collage, and mix them throughout your book.34 themes to set the look of your book
Start with a pro-made theme that fits your story, from clean and simple to bold and colorful. Then adjust any page until it feels right.Upload photos straight from your camera roll
Choose photos from your phone and start designing right away. No app needed.Choose your photo book
How to make a photo book online
Go from photos on your phone to a printed book in four steps.
Choose your size and cover
Pick your book’s size, cover, and paper. The online editor sets itself up around your choices.
Open the online editor
Select ‘Create online now’ to open your book, already set up and ready to design. There’s nothing to download.
Add your photos and text
Upload photos from your phone or computer, add captions or stories, and edit as you like. Start from a blank template or choose one of the 34 options that fits your theme.
Preview and order
Check every page, then order your printed book. We’ll print it and ship it to you.Blurb online editor FAQs
Do I need to download anything to use the Blurb online editor?
Do I need to download anything to use the Blurb online editor?
No. The Blurb online editor runs in your web browser on a phone, tablet, or computer. There’s no app or software to install.
What kinds of books can I make with the Blurb online editor?
What kinds of books can I make with the Blurb online editor?
You can make photo books with a softcover, ImageWrap hardcover, linen hardcover with dust jacket, or layflat binding, in six sizes. The online editor is for photo books only. To make other kinds of books, use our other available design tools.
Is the Blurb online editor free to use?
Is the Blurb online editor free to use?
Yes. Designing your photo book is free, and you pay only when you order a printed copy.
How much does a photo book cost?
How much does a photo book cost?
Softcover photo books start at $19.80, ImageWrap and linen hardcovers start at $38.50, and layflat books start at $155.89. Your price depends on size, page count, and paper selection.
Can I start a book on my phone and finish it on my computer?
Can I start a book on my phone and finish it on my computer?
Yes. Sign in to your Blurb account on any device to pick up where you left off.
How do I order my book after I design it?
How do I order my book after I design it?
Preview your pages, add your book to your cart, and check out. We print your photo book and ship it to you.
How long will it take to get my photo book?
How long will it take to get my photo book?
Most photo books are printed and bound in about 5 business days. Shipping adds 1 to 5 business days depending on the method you pick at checkout, so most orders arrive in 6 to 10 business days. Need your book by a certain date? Choose faster shipping, since printing time stays the same.
Will my photos print well?
Will my photos print well?
Yes, as long as each photo has enough detail for the size you place it at. We print at 300 dpi, so the bigger a photo is on the page, the more pixels it needs. Photos straight from a recent phone are usually enough for a full page. For the sharpest results, use original photos, not screenshots or images saved from social media.
How many pages can my photo book have?
How many pages can my photo book have?
Every photo book starts at 20 pages. The most you can add depends on the book:
What is the difference between the Blurb online editor and BookWright?
What is the difference between the Blurb online editor and BookWright?
Both tools are free, and you only pay when you order. The Blurb online editor runs in your web browser on a phone, tablet, or computer, and it’s built for photo books.
BookWright is free desktop software for Mac and Windows that gives you more design control. You can use it to make photo books, paperback and hardcover books, magazines, notebooks, and wall art, even without an internet connection.
Choose the online editor for a quick photo book on any device. Choose BookWright for other kinds of books or for more control over layout and type.