Book design tools for every kind of project
From beginner-friendly options to pro-level Adobe integrations, we’ve got the right tool to suit your workflow, experience, and creative vision.Explore our design tools
Desktop app (Mac & Windows)
BookWright by Blurb
Create books, magazines, and wall art with our book design software. Start fast with a template or create freestyle with the power to design every detail. Ideal for beginners and pros alike.
Online tool
BookWright Online
Make a photo book online. If you’re new to bookmaking, this is the tool for you. No software download or steep learning curve—just quick, easy design right in your browser.
Adobe plugin
Blurb plugin for Adobe InDesign
Already using Adobe InDesign? Install our free plugin and get automatic access to Blurb-ready book and magazine templates. Perfect if you want an export-to-print option without breaking your creative workflow.
Adobe plugin
Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Transform your Lightroom Classic images into beautiful photography books. Photo editing and bookmaking all in one place—a dream for photographers who want to see their work in print.
Online tool
Blurb PDF Uploader
Turn a PDF file into a book or magazine in just a few clicks with our online workflow. This is a great option if you’ve already created your book in Canva, Microsoft Word, or another design tool.
Adobe plugin
Blurb Wall Art Plugin for Adobe Photoshop
Design an original piece of wall art and upload it to print, all in Photoshop. Perfect for artists, designers, and illustrators who want to turn their pixel-perfect creations into gallery-worthy prints.
Online tool
Blurb Online Wall Art Editor
Create custom wall art online. If you’re looking for a fast, easy way to turn a favorite photo into stunning wall décor, this is it.
Desktop app (Mac & Windows)
BookWright by Blurb
Create books, magazines, and wall art with our book design software. Start fast with a template or create freestyle with the power to design every detail. Ideal for beginners and pros alike.
Online tool
BookWright Online
Make a photo book online. If you’re new to bookmaking, this is the tool for you. No software download or steep learning curve—just quick, easy design right in your browser.
Adobe plugin
Blurb plugin for Adobe InDesign
Already using Adobe InDesign? Install our free plugin and get automatic access to Blurb-ready book and magazine templates. Perfect if you want an export-to-print option without breaking your creative workflow.
Adobe plugin
Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic
Transform your Lightroom Classic images into beautiful photography books. Photo editing and bookmaking all in one place—a dream for photographers who want to see their work in print.
Online tool
Blurb PDF Uploader
Turn a PDF file into a book or magazine in just a few clicks with our online workflow. This is a great option if you’ve already created your book in Canva, Microsoft Word, or another design tool.
Adobe plugin
Blurb Wall Art Plugin for Adobe Photoshop
Design an original piece of wall art and upload it to print, all in Photoshop. Perfect for artists, designers, and illustrators who want to turn their pixel-perfect creations into gallery-worthy prints.
Online tool
Blurb Online Wall Art Editor
Create custom wall art online. If you’re looking for a fast, easy way to turn a favorite photo into stunning wall décor, this is it.
Which tool is right for you?
Quickly compare all our design tools to find the right fit for your project.
| Tool |  BookWright by Blurb | BookWright Online |  Blurb plugin for Adobe InDesign |  Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic |  Blurb PDF Uploader |  Blurb Wall Art Plugin for Adobe Photoshop | Blurb Online Wall Art Editor |
| Best for | Freestyle page design with built-in support | Anyone who wants to make a quick photo book without downloading software | Artists and designers creating professional layouts in Adobe InDesign | Photographers who organize and edit their photos in Lightroom | Bookmakers working in Microsoft Word, Canva, or other design tools | Artists and designers creating in Adobe Photoshop | Anyone turning favorite family photos into custom wall décor |
| What can I create? | Books, magazines, notebooks, journals, wall art | Photo books | Books, magazines, notebooks, and journals | Photo books | Books, magazines | Canvas, metal, and acrylic wall art | Canvas, metal, and acrylic wall art |
| Platform | Desktop app (Mac & Windows) | Online tool | Adobe InDesign plugin | Adobe Lightroom built-in module | Online tool | Adobe Photoshop plugin | Online tool |
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| Creative confidence | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner | Advanced | Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Average project time | Moderate | Quick | More in-depth | Moderate | Quick | Quick | Quick |
| * Tool available in English only |
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Real projects brought to life with our tools
Made with
“Blurb offers so many unique ways to customize my book designs with clear pricing guides and easy formatting. Their products are professional, even on a tight budget. Once I compared Blurb to other self-publishing options, I felt they were the best option for me.” Iceland, a hardcover book by Greg Lehming
Made with
”I love the interface between Blurb and Lightroom. The ability to make changes and actively sequence photos brings my projects together and helps me see new patterns. I especially value being able to see page spreads on the screen and think about how images complement one another.” City Color, a photo book by Kim Keller
Made with
“We began creating the book, and it was well-received in our classes. Later, one of our guests introduced us to Blurb, a platform for self-publishing books. It turned out to be a great fit, offering print-on-demand services that made it easy to share our cookbook with people around the world.” Tempe and Nasi Campur, a paperback cookbook by Ayu Martiasih and Irene Vania
Design tool FAQs
Are Blurb’s tools free to use?
Yes! All of our book design software and bookmaking tools are completely free to use, with no purchase required until you choose to print your book.
Note: To use the Blurb plugins for Adobe InDesign and Adobe Lightroom, you must have the relevant Adobe subscription.
What are the system requirements for running BookWright?
All you need is a PC running Microsoft Windows 7 or Vista, or a Mac running OS X 10.13 or later. For more detailed technical requirements, including RAM and screen resolution, read our help center article.
What is the difference between BookWright and BookWright Online?
Think of BookWright Online as the quick and easy version of our full-featured BookWright desktop app. Let’s break down the differences:
- • BookWright Online offers quick, simple book design software that works right in your browser, perfect for making a book without any downloads. It’s great for creating simple photo books, including layflat options, with straightforward design tools that keep things quick and fun.
- • BookWright is a powerful desktop app for Mac and Windows. Its full-featured bookmaking software lets you dive deeper, creating not just photo books, but paperback and hardback books, magazines, and even wall art. You get full creative control with all the design and layout options you could want.
If you’re looking for speed and simplicity, BookWright Online has you covered. But if you want to unleash your full creative potential, BookWright is the way to go.
Can I design my book in Canva?
Yes! You can make a book in Canva, download it as a PDF, and use Blurb’s PDF Uploader workflow to print it.
Can I design my book using Adobe software?
Yes. Our plugins for Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop and Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic allow you to design and upload books and magazines for print, without ever leaving your Adobe workflow.
Can I use a template to design my book?
You sure can—and we’ve got options no matter how you like to create.
- • BookWright (desktop app) Start with a professionally designed template tailored to your book type—photo books, notebooks, magazines, and more. Just drag, drop, and make it yours.
- • BookWright Online Want to move fast? Choose from simple, clean layouts that make it easy to start creating in your browser. No downloads needed.
- • Blurb plugin for Adobe InDesign Our plugin builds a print-ready template for you based on your specs, complete with bleed, trim, and safety guides. Just plug in your content and go.
- • Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Pick from 100+ customizable layouts designed with photographers in mind. Perfect for showcasing your best shots.
- • Blurb iOS App On the go? Choose from three smart layouts built to fit your photos—whether they’re square, portrait, or landscape.
What can I create with Blurb’s book design tools?
A lot—depending on the tool you choose.
Use BookWright for the most flexibility: create everything from photo books and magazines to notebooks, journals, and even wall art.
Prefer working in your browser? BookWright Online makes it easy to build beautiful photo books, including Layflat formats, right from your web browser.
If you're a designer using Adobe InDesign or already have a finished layout, our InDesign plugin and PDF Uploader let you create pro-quality photo books, paperback and hardcover books, and magazines with precision.
Photographers can use the Blurb Presets for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic to turn edited images into stunning photo books or magazines.
Want to create wall art? Use our Blurb Online Wall Art Editor or Blurb Wall Art Plugin for Adobe Photoshop for pixel-perfect prints.