About us

Thanks for stopping by and welcome to Ex Why Zed, the creative print company you have been looking for.

Zine and Book Printing for Self-Publishers, Photographers, Artists and SMEs

A little about us

We are run by creatives for creatives and actively embrace a forward-thinking, refreshing outlook on printing. We are less grey/tired/stuck-in-our-ways and are more progressive, upbeat, and happy. If you are looking for grumpy, one-word responses by jaded industry veterans then, “Sorry”, we might not be the print company for you.

So, what does that mean? Well, from our first contact we will give you a wealth of resources, knowledge, and friendly advice to broaden your understanding of the print process. When you speak to us, you will reach someone who knows about your project and is an expert in the print process. We help everyone from the complete novice who might be printing for the very first time, right up to the design agency rockstar.

Enjoy a quick 2-minute overview of the print journey at Ex Why Zed.

"Ex Why Zed are the best at everything...

...from answering quote requests to the shipping of the printed items, and everything in between The product quality is mind blowing, their website answers so many of the questions you might have, and when you don't find the answer there, they're an email away, and they replies come fast and clear. I'm so happy I chose to print my book with them, and I can't wait for the next. Truly reliable, special mention for Mike and his super clear, timely emails.

Giorgia Cavicchia. Photographer and Self-Publisher

The start of your print journey in 2025

Well done for taking the first step. We will guide you through the process with extensive help until that magical moment when your book arrives. Yes, YOUR book...in print!...you did it!

Which stage are you at on your Print Journey?

Join this talented group in trusting us with your next print project

The Ex Why Zed Difference

Everything you need to print the perfect project

We Actually Care

Our team are accessible, friendly, knowledgeable and reply within minutes.

Speedy Delivery

Stapled Booklets and Zines delivered in 3 working days, Perfect Bound Books in 4 and Hardback in 7.

Super Easy Printing from PDF

Use a favourite design program then Save to PDF. Not done this before? We always file check before printing.

Order a Test Copy First

Print an initial copy of your book or booklet to make sure the paper choices and layout is perfect.

No Minimum, No Maximum

Our HP Indigo digital machines are ideal for 1 copy upwards. Our litho machines have no upper limit.

Extensive Resources

Frankly, we have TOO MANY guides, videos and case studies to help you! Get a snack and enjoy!

Fast Worldwide Shipping

UK Shipping is Free.
We also ship to the USA and worldwide using tracked couriers.

Sustainable Printing

All our papers are FSC certified and we also use vegetable inks on our litho machines.

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We transform your ideas into print

So what’s our story then? Well, you might have only just found us but we launched 19 years ago way back in 2006. Our work encompasses self-publishing, zine printing, photo books and children’s books but our skills don’t stop there. We will work with you to take your artwork from screen to a wide range of printed genres. These including simple leaflets and postcards, folded leaflets and high end coffee table books.

Do enjoy looking around our website, it is packed with useful information. On each product page, we showcase winning print specs to give you a head start. No need to reinvent the wheel, right? If any of our showcased options would work for your project, take a note of the spec and jump on our quote form to receive your bespoke quotation.

For further visual stimulation, our much loved video guides take a deep dive into styling specific genres of printed publications. So, boil the kettle, pour yourself a G'n'T or just relax and enjoy their visually engaging advice.

When you are ready to go ahead, our hassle-free ordering system is ultra-efficient. Simply send us your print-ready file for a thorough preflight check, then we will print and deliver your finished work within a few days.