When US boutique publishing company Scribe Book Company had three new titles for distribution in the UK they decided to use a UK printer rather than shipping the books over from the States.

"Our company recently had three print jobs with Biddles. It was the first time our company has worked with a UK printer. We work with lots of printers all over the world, and we’ve NEVER been treated so well than we have by your company. And our print jobs were relatively small by comparison to other companies you print for, I’m sure! Our books arrived on time, and they were printed perfectly. Our client was so happy. We have more printing work for our client in the UK, and we’ll be calling on Biddles again for the work. What a joy it has been working with your company. " said Ang de Priest, Scribe Book Company

We are thrilled to have won Highly Commended in the Print Services of the Year category at the DPA Awards 2007. What particularly impressed the judges was the offset / digital book manufacturing strategy that we have developed specifically for directory publisher, Jane's Information Services. This unique production facility enables Jane's to maintain the quality standards they require whilst giving them the pricing flexibility they need for their changing book production requirements. We have been able to achieve this due to our ability to use the same paper stock on our offset and digital presses and because the books are finished through the same binding line. When their directories sell for between £400 to £700 it is vital to Jane's that there is no comprise on quality.

Author's Choice, which will be launched in September, is our new service aimed at helping first-time authors and self-publishers realise their dream of getting their books into print.

Included in the package, Word to Book, will be the opportunity for customers to come to our factory to see the book manufacturing process for themselves and to be able to personally brief our in-house designer about their bespoke cover design. There will also be a free marketing kit and advice about how to get books into the UK supply chain.

John Chandler, who will be a key part of Author's Choice, has moved into office space at Biddles. John, who is a well established creative talent, is the founder of Chandler Design. He has over 20 years graphic design experience and prides himself on his down-to-earth, personable approach in understanding his clients creative requirements.

"Since Chandler Design was founded in December 2006 it has grown beyond expectations in such a short period of time. I was at the stage of looking for some larger studio space when Biddles offered me a chance to rent large office space as well as working closely on the Author's Choice service. Because I designed the Author's Choice logo I had first hand knowledge of what the service offered and Biddles had the opportunity to get to know me, so it seemed the most natural decision to make. This is an exciting opportunity for me because as a designer to be associated with such an established high quality book printer it was an opportunity I couldn't resist." said John

Biddles have recently installed a Vickers Energy Management System throughout its King's Lynn factory. This unique system constantly monitors both inside and outside temperatures to ensure the optimum use of energy 365 days a year. It is estimated that this will reduce our CO₂ emissions by 45 tonnes per year, further evidence of our commitment to the environment.

We have installed a Bufalo 500 binder as a direct response to a significant increase in orders for ultra short print runs and the success of our unique Publisher's Choice service. The installation is also part of our ongoing investment programme to ensure that we have the right equipment to serve the needs of our customers.

"The build and design of this particular machine ensures that we can maintain the same style and quality of binding throughout the life-cycle of the book which is a key part of Publisher’s Choice." said Rod Willett, Managing Director

Biddles has donated 45 tonnes of paper to the Recycle for learning initiative run by the Apsley Paper Trail Charity. Our donation translates into 45,000 paper points for Recycle for learning which is a unique paper recycling and reuse scheme for schools. Participating schools can redeem the points for free paper or educational visits to the paper mill. The donated paper will be turned into coloured art papers and drawing papers for school use.

"I would like to say a very big thank you for the paper you have donated. This will give support to Recycle for Learning in several ways." said John Watson, Operations Director, Paper Trail Project