-Cover: Flexible cover made of thick paper or cardstock.
-Binding: Pages are glued at the spine (perfect binding) or sometimes sewn.
-Spine: Flat and printable, giving a clean, modern look.
-Pros: Lightweight, affordable, portable, and easy to produce.
-Cons: Less durable than hardcover; the spine may crack or warp with heavy use.
-Common Uses: Novels, magazines, manuals, and everyday reading materials.