The Litographs Story

Books as Art

Litographs are prints that are created from the text of classic books. For most titles we are able to print the entire book on our 24x36" paper. We offer designs in both color and black & white, and in two sizes.

In all cases, the text is sharp and fully legible. You can see the actual size of the text by viewing any of our designs and clicking on the boxes in the main image. Learn more about the process at our How it Works page.

Our Mission

For each print you purchase, you send one book to a community in need through our partner, the IBB.

Litographs helps provide books to international communities in need by upcycling excess books at home.

Did you know that in 2008 publishers turned 77 million unsold books into pulp? At the same time, as education systems evolve in developing countries, students face a dire need for large quantities of new, high-quality books.

As book-lovers, we know how painful it can be to clean out bookshelves to make room for new titles. Like so many others, we have tried to donate our favorite books to good causes, only to learn that the texts they need are not what we have to offer.

We have worked closely with the International Book Bank to develop a strategy where we can breathe life into our old favorites while simultaneously providing new books where they are needed most. In the process, we also support independent booksellers by purchasing their old inventory.

Read more about how it works, and learn more about the IBB and their mission in this interview with their Executive Director, Kate Joyce.

The Team

My name is Danny Fein, and I founded Litographs because I love books. I can't imagine growing up without them, and want to do everything I can to make sure that students and communities around the world have access to literature and learning materials.

Litographs are a labor of love, and a product I'm absolutely proud to offer. They have proved to be more than just decoration on my walls. They are conversation starters and windows into my beliefs, and add character to my home.

Litographs would not exist without the ongoing help and support of Michelle Newman and Benjy Brooke, as well as the guidance and encouragement that Kate Joyce from the IBB has so generously provided.

Thanks so much for supporting this cause. I know you will love your Litograph, and that the student who receives a book on your behalf will have his life changed, if only a little. Please feel free to get in touch with me at danny@litographs.com or 202-630-8382 with any questions, suggestions, or thoughts.

- Danny