See exactly how your text will look on white and cream paper. Adjust the font, size, and preview text to compare both paper types side by side.
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Genre Recommendations
Fiction / Novels
Easier on the eyes for long reading sessions
Non-Fiction
Sharper contrast for charts, tables, and images
Memoir
Warm, intimate feel suits personal narratives
Poetry
Classic, literary appearance
Children's Books
Best colour reproduction for illustrations
Textbooks
Maximum readability for dense content
Romance
Traditional mass-market feel
Photography / Art
Essential for accurate colour reproduction
Detailed Comparison
| Feature | White Paper | Cream Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | Bright white (#FFFFFF) | Warm off-white (#FFF8EC) |
| Page Thickness | 0.002252" per page | 0.0025" per page (thicker) |
| Spine Width (300 pages) | 0.676" (17.2mm) | 0.750" (19.1mm) |
| Eye Comfort | Good for short reading | Better for extended reading |
| Image Quality | Best colour accuracy | Slight warm tint on images |
| Printing Cost | Same (black & white) | Same (black & white) |
| Perceived Quality | Modern, clean | Premium, literary feel |
| Ink Types Available | Black & white, Standard colour, Premium colour | Black & white only |
| Best For | Non-fiction, textbooks, photo books | Fiction, memoir, poetry, literary |
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Frequently asked questions
Which paper type is cheaper on KDP?
For black-and-white interiors, KDP prices white and cream paper the same — printing cost depends on your ink type and page count, not paper colour. Choose paper for readability and feel, not cost.
Can I change paper type after publishing?
No, you cannot change the paper type of a published book. You would need to unpublish, update your files, and republish. The paper type affects spine width, so your cover would also need updating.
Does paper type affect spine width?
Yes. Cream paper is slightly thicker than white paper. White paper uses 0.002252 inches per page, while cream uses 0.0025 inches per page. This means cream paper books have a wider spine.
Is cream paper the same as ivory paper?
On Amazon KDP, ‘cream’ paper is a warm off-white colour, similar to what other printers call ‘ivory’ or ’natural’. It has a slight yellowish tint that is easier on the eyes for extended reading.
