Where will this edition be printed?

Since launching our publishing arm in 2020, Word on Fire has printed and distributed nearly nine million books. The vast majority of these books have been printed in the United States. Only a handful of books have been printed elsewhere, including our Bibles and select premium titles, produced in Italy by some of the world’s finest craftsmen and printers.

As a Catholic publisher, we believe the Church’s moral and social teachings should shape not only what we publish, but also how and where our books are produced. Over the years, we have continually evaluated our manufacturing and sourcing partners, seeking to align our practices more closely with our mission. We increasingly prioritize partners known for exceptional craftsmanship, responsible business practices, and respect for human dignity, even when doing so results in higher production costs.

This decision is not the easiest or least expensive path. Much of the publishing industry relies on low-cost overseas manufacturing that reduces production expenses significantly, leading to cheaper books. But we believe beautiful Catholic books should be produced in a way that respects human dignity and reflects the values we proclaim in our pages.

When you purchase a Word on Fire book, you can be confident that it reflects our commitment to the via pulchritudinis—the way of beauty—not only in the truth each book proclaims and the craftsmanship you can see, but also in the moral integrity behind how and where it was made. The Liturgy of the Hours is printed in Italy using ethically sourced components from across Europe and the USA.