Alan Hebel

Alan Hebel – Designer

With over 20 years of experience designing books, I specialize in helping authors stand out and succeed on self-publishing platforms.

Overview

With over 20 years of experience, I’ve designed books for major international publishers, indie authors, and small presses. I’ve worked across every genre—cookbooks, photography, thrillers, self-help, sci-fi, memoirs, children's books, and more. My favorites are large-format, photography-driven projects that require creativity and precision.


I’m fluent in all aspects of book design, from concept development to press checks, ePubs, and audio books. My industry knowledge helps indie authors navigate platforms like KDP and Ingram while allowing me to seamlessly collaborate with major publishers.


I’ve traveled extensively, bringing a global perspective to my work. Designing a book is storytelling, and a great design keeps readers engaged and reflects the book’s heart and soul. A well-designed book is key to its success, and I’m excited to bring your vision to life.


I have worked for clients ranging from major publishers like Penguin Random House, Macmillan, Hachette, HarperCollins, dozens of University Presses, and successful self-published authors.

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Technology
Fiction
Poetry
Languages
English

Work experience

theBookDesigners

Feb, 2007 — Present
Co-owner and lead layout designer.

Alian Design

Feb, 2006 — Feb, 2007 (12 months)
Co-owner and layout designer for a multi-disciplinary design studio.

Restoration Hardware

Feb, 2005 — Feb, 2006 (12 months)
Catalog layout designer for a large number of different Restoration Hardware catalog publications.

Insight Editions

Feb, 2003 — Feb, 2005 (almost 2 years)
Book layout designer responsible for creating book interiors for special edition books. Designed full book layouts and prepared them for print production.

Palace Press International

Feb, 1999 — Jan, 2003 (almost 4 years)
Book layout designer responsible for creating book interiors for special edition books. Designed full book layouts and prepared them for print production.

Portfolio

Cover Design Production Management
Book Interior Design Production Management
Cover Design Production Management
Cover Design Production Management
Cover Design Production Management
The Haunted Forest Trilogy

Anderson, Jarod K

Boyle & Dalton

Cover Design Production Management
Cover Design Book Interior Design Production Management
The San Francisco Cliff House

Hountalas, Mary Germain

Cover Design Book Interior Design Production Management
Cover Design Book Interior Design Production Management

Alan has 8 reviews

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Bill H.

Bill H.

Jun, 2025

Alan did the needed ebook very quickly, enabling me to re-post with my new cover and ISBN in time. He's easy to work with and very responsive.
Eric N.

Eric N.

Jun, 2025

The first go-round of comps weren't what I was looking for at all. I told him what I was looking for. The next round of comps- I loved every one of them. And I had to pick only one (not easy). It was clear sailing after that. He finished well under the deadline, and I couldn't be more pleased wit...
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michael M.

michael M.

Jun, 2025

Alan is a consummate professional. The work was concise, well directed by his prompts and creative. Our communications and collaboration were off the charts efficient. I would very much recommend and advise anyone to work with Alan on cover design and formatting for the more technical POD publ...
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Alan H.
Thank you, Michael! It was really great working with you and collaborating with you on your publication! I greatly appreciate getting the opportunity, and I look forward to working with you again o...
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Majeed J.

Majeed J.

May, 2025

Alan is a reliable business partner who is totally competent in his profession.
Alan H.
Thank you, Majeed. It is an honor working with you on your publications. And I greatly appreciate all of your clear communications throughout the process. Looking forward to our continued partnership.
Deborah H.

Deborah H.

Feb, 2025

I cannot begin to say what a pleasure it was to work with Alan. His work was far better than I could have anticipated. He was very patient with me as a first-time author and delivered each project segment ahead of schedule. I would absolutely recommend Alan to anyone wanting to publish their book.
Alan H.
Thank you, Deborah! It's was an absolute pleasure working with you and collaborating with you to bring your wonderful publication to life. Thank you for the opportunity, and I hope your book meets ...
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