Anna Perotti

Anna Perotti – Designer

Award-winning book and cover designer, specialising in lifestyle, cooking, art and travel. My style is contemporary, clean and fresh.

Overview

With 20+ years in book design for top publishers like Thames & Hudson, I've crafted bestsellers in art, photography, cooking, and lifestyle. I worked with icons like Germaine Greer on "The Boy" and created hits like "Modernists & Mavericks." Recent projects include Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life, "Living Wild," and "The Iconic American House."


My approach is all about understanding your vision. I work closely with clients to really grasp their briefs, ensuring we start with high-quality material. I then bring this vision to life with fresh, contemporary layouts for both picture and text-led books. Each project is a unique opportunity to craft custom books and covers that meet top publisher standards, a testament to your unique voice. Using my typography and image editing skills, I start with sample pages and, once approved, complete the book. With my extensive experience in proofreading and file prep, I ensure the final files are perfect for print and ebooks.


While living in Singapore for a few years, I freelanced for publishers in Asia and the US. It was a crash course in understanding different markets and mastering remote teamwork. I learned firsthand the importance of clear communication and tailoring designs to meet client needs. Communication and market savvy are vital ingredients for creating killer books and covers.


I can't wait to start a new project with you!

Services
Non-Fiction
Art Children’s Non-Fiction Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Design Home & Garden Photography Travel
Languages
English
Awards
  • British Book Design and Production Awards for Book of the Year

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2010 — Present

Hey There,

I create book covers and illustrated books for well-known publishers like Thames and Hudson, Bloomsbury, and Tuttle. My focus is on delivering top-notch books and covers.

These are the main services I offer:

• Complete book packaging tailored to your brief
• Original layouts for interiors and covers
• Printing books in the Far East: the hub of low-cost, high-quality book production, with established connections to ensure seamless execution
• Proficient picture research, sourcing images from photographers and online agencies to effectively convey your message to the market.
• Providing mockups for social media and website use: enhancing your online presence with engaging visuals of your projects for marketing
• Expertise in ebook design
• Preparing final files for print and ebooks

Thames & Hudson Ltd, London

Nov, 1998 — Dec, 2009 (about 11 years)

I worked 11 years for the leading art publisher Thames & Hudson, collaborating with photographers, artists and writers to design numerous and varied titles which have received recognition for their originality and imagination.

Every project required:
• picture editing,
• layout and cover design using Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• preparing artwork
• checking proofs and leasing with foreign publishers for co-editions

My role covered project management, book production, and commissioning titles.

Portfolio

The Foraged Home

Maclennan, Oliver

Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Living Wild: New Beginnings in the Great Outdoors

Maclennan, Joanna

Thames & Hudson

Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Lee Miller in Fashion

Becky E. Conekin

Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Cover Design
Cover Design
Nautical Chic

Buchart, Amber Jane

Cover Design
Cover Design
Cover Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
New Nordic Design

Gundtoft, Dorothea

Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Ronald Moody: Sculpting Life

Sowinski, Ego Ahaiwe

Thames & Hudson

Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design
Cover Design
Cover Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design
Cover Design Book Interior Design

Anna has 6 reviews

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Sybil A.

Sybil A.

Aug, 2024

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I can't say enough good things about Anna. Not only did she create a beautiful design that I absolutely love, but she was a true partner throughout the entire project. When I hired Anna, I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I came to her with this huge art book containing hundreds of images paired with text and no idea how to put it all together. Anna worked with me to discover my aesthe...
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Anna P.
Dear Sybil, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It was such a pleasure to work with you on The Inner Life of the Artist, 900 Monotypes in 900 Days. I'm delighted that you loved the d...
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James S.

James S.

Aug, 2024

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Anna was wonderful! From the very beginning, and throughout the project, she was very thoughtful, responsive, and easy to work with. She took the time to understand my vision and accommodate my opinions. Ultimately, she produced a wonderful final product. I'm happy to recommend Anna and would love to work with her again.
Anna P.
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you, and I'm thrilled you’re happy with the final product. Looking forward to the possibility of collaborating again in the future!
David S.

David S.

Mar, 2024

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Anna has been an amazing partner in bringing my manuscript to life. She has been super helpful in working through updates, posing questions, brainstorming on specific ideas, etc. I would recommend her work to anyone looking for comprehensive support in bringing a project to life.
Richard M.

Richard M.

Mar, 2024

Anna was easy to work with. She did an excellent job and I am pleased with the produce. I would work with her again!
Martin D.

Martin D.

Aug, 2023

As a professional, traditionally published author and TV broadcaster, I needed someone to showcase my work at a standard that reflected what was between the covers. I chose Anna Perrotti as the book designer based on her extensive experience and insights. She quickly refined my sometimes unworkable ideas into something tangible; she answered questions quickly and with authority, providing rough...
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Anna P.
Dear Martin, Thank you for your fantastic review! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the collaborative process and are pleased with the book cover design. I like it too! It means a lot to me that you believ...
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