5.25×8 Paperback Book Mockup

5.25 × 8 Inch Perfect Bound Paperback Book Mockup (Photoshop Action)

Show off your 5.25 × 8 inch (203 × 133 mm) paperback book cover with this Photoshop Action Mockup — perfect for authors, self-publishers, and book cover designers who want to present their work with a professional, realistic finish.

White Paper Book:

Paperback Softcover Book Stack Mockup-300 Pages 5.25 x 8

Cream Paper Book:

Paperback Book Stack Mockup Photoshop Cover Actions-300 Pages 5.25 x 8

Designed precisely for perfect-bound paperbacks with a 0.78-inch spine, this mockup lets you create high-quality, 3D book presentations in just a few clicks. Choose between white or cream paper options to match your project and give your clients or readers an authentic preview of the final printed book.

A 0.78-inch softcover spine typically accommodates between 230 to 400 pages, depending on paper type — summarized below:

Thin book paper (60 lb): approximately 380–400 pages
Standard text stock (70–80 lb): approximately 300–320 pages
Thick glossy paper: approximately 230–250 pages

Cover Actions Requirement & Compatibility:

** ENGLISH Version Adobe Photoshop CS2, CS3, CS4, CS5, CS6, CC up to Photoshop 2026 pre-installed on Microsoft Windows OR Apple Mac OS.

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A ready-made PSD template is included. Simply edit the text, swap in your own images or background, and run the Render 3D step. In seconds, your flat 2D artwork is transformed into a realistic 3D mockup as shown below:

300 Pages 5.25 x 8 Paperback Book Cover Template

Who This Mockup Is For

This mockup is ideal for:

Independent authors preparing marketing visuals for their novels, memoirs, or nonfiction titles.
Publishers showcasing book cover designs before printing.
Graphic designers presenting paperback concepts to clients in a polished, realistic format.
Book marketers creating promotional images for online stores, ads, or social media.

Whether you’re launching a new fiction series, designing a self-help guide, or creating a client presentation, this perfect bound paperback mockup helps your work stand out with print-level realism and professional detail.