So I've been reviewing photo books for almost a decade now (wow really?) and making them for a lot longer. Over the years I've refined and narrowed down the type of photo book which is my absolute favorite. For sure most of my photo books in the last few years regardless of photo book company have had the following stats: 1) Hardcover; 2) Lay Flat; 3) Very thick, hard to bend … [Read more...]
Did You Win? Flush Mount Album Winners Announced – 8th Anniversary Giveaway (REDRAW)
Thanks to everyone for their well wishes on our 8th Anniversary! I'm humbled by your support and thoughtful messages and so glad to celebrate with our anniversary giveaway! So, the moment you've been waiting for is finally here! I'm pleased to announce the TWO winners of a flush mount photo album from Photobook America! Each will receive an Imagewrap 8 x 8" 20-page Flush … [Read more...]
What We Did Last Summer – Review of Two Mixbook Photo Books
Last year my family went on a much-anticipated summer trip to South Dakota. My older son who is now six, has been obsessed with U.S. presidents and the founding fathers since he was three. (I have also made sure to include books on the first ladies and other famous women in our reading list as well.) We have so much president related stuff around the house: books; flash cards; … [Read more...]
Photo Book Girl Turns 8! Flush Mount Birthday Giveaway Sponsored by Photobook America (Enter by 3/8/18)
Wow I'm 8 today! Not me - but rather my super hero alter ego Photo Book Girl! (Admittedly, I just watched Wonder Woman and Black Panther this past weekend so I'm kinda in that headspace right now...) First of all, thank you a million times over for all of your support. When I first started this blog, I had no idea who would be interested in reading my musings on photo books … [Read more...]
Q&A: MyPublisher is Closed – Where Should I Print My Photo Books? A Comparison of MyPublisher and Shutterfly
Lately, the million dollar question among my readers has been, "What photo company should I use now that MyPublisher is closed?" You've been reaching out via e-mail, Facebook comments and Messenger on this subject ever since the announcement was made in February and I'm still getting these messages now - months after the closure came to pass in May. At the outset, I put … [Read more...]
PBG Reader Alert: TinyPrints Moving to Shutterfly June 27, 2017
Since 2011, TinyPrints has been a part of Shutterfly. The TinyPrints brand retained its own identity after the acquisition and has had its own products such as cards, stationery, home decor and other photo gifts, but as of June 27, 2017, TinyPrints will no longer have its own website. It will migrate over to Shutterfly. Saved photos, addresses and account credits will be … [Read more...]
MyPublisher Closing Down – Your Questions Answered and a Farewell Giveaway
Earlier this week MyPublisher sent an email to its registered users announcing the company would be closing on May 8, 2017. Just as soon as the email hit users' inboxes, I was getting e-mails and Facebook messages expressing disappointment as well as a flurry of questions about what's next? Messages have continued to come in steadily as the days have passed and I realized if I … [Read more...]
Photobook America (and Photobook Canada) Lay Flat Giveaway Winners Announced Plus a Huge Discount on Layflat Books
The busy photo book making season is well underway! Let's see who the six lucky winners are who might be checking off a holiday gift off their list (not that they couldn't keep their books for themselves!) Photobook America has sponsored six awesome prizes for Photobookgirl.com readers. THE PRIZES 14" x 11" Large Layflat Landscape Hardcover Photobook valued at $96.99 each (3 … [Read more...]
