Asya Blue

Asya Blue – Designer

Enthusiastic and creative designer with a passion for books and reading who would love to collaborate on your next great project.

Overview

I am an experienced graphic designer/art director who is also an avid reader. My love of books along with my passion for art and design makes for a winning combination when it comes to working on book projects. Whether you need help with a small project or with a "bigger picture" approach, I can help. I specialize in both cover designs as well as book interiors, for both print and ebooks. I am dedicated to the authors I work with, as evidenced by the wonderful reviews seen here. I am aways excited to take on new opportunities.
Services
Fiction
Anthologies Literary Fiction Short Story Women's Fiction
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Career Guides Entertainment Music
Languages
English
Awards
  • Bookbinders’ Guild of New York, Third Place Cover Design
  • Creativity, Book Jacket Design
  • The Educational Press Association of America
  • Parent's Choice Silver & Gold Awards
  • MarCom Award for Excellence in Marketing & Communication

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 1995 — Present

• Highly experienced and knowledgeable Art Director. Managing, guiding, and directing print, digital, video, and social media projects from initial planning phases to final product.
• Extensive experience in hands-on graphic design with strong affinity towards typography.
• Additional expertise in working with branding and its application to a broad range of marketing materials.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, budget planning capabilities, able to juggle multiple projects
at once while staying on schedule, and keen attention to detail.
• Always motivated to stay on top of current design trends and latest technology.

Portfolio

Millwood Stories

Losee, J.

When the Lights Are Bright Again: Letters and images of loss, hope, and resilience from the theater community

Norlen, A.

For the Forces of Good: The Superpower of Everyday Negotiation

Kanter S.

The Tea Drinker's Guide to Adventure

Jannette, A.

Surfing with the Bishop: A Funny, Business Novel

Costello, J.

The Summer After: A Novel by Chandra Hoffman

Hoffman, C.

Daughter of the King (Defying the Crown Book 1)

Chaput, K.

What Pretty Gets You

Hoffman, C.

My Boring Life

Chaput, K.

The Londoners: An expat's memoirs and survival guide to the UK

Van d.

Texas Wine Pioneers: How Texas Upset the World Wine Stage and Continues to Redefine It

Glasscock, G.

Something For Everyone

Dean S.

A veterinarian deals with a local dragon problem. A bitter-sweet Christmas tale. An extraordinary love story. A couple on their honeymoon make an unexpected detour. These are just some of the ten short stories contained in the book, ones that cross genres - sc... read more
Just Bea

Klée, D.

The Borrowed Boy

Klée, D.

Terms and Conditions (A Jane Desmond Novel Book 2)

Darling, H.

midnight & indigo: Twenty-two Speculative Stories by Black Women Writers

Small, I.

Midnight and Indigo: Celebrating Black women writers (Issue 3)

Small, I.

Pushing Back the Storm (The Stones End Series Book 2)

Warren, C.

The Chosen's Calling

Kline-Hobson, G.

The Hanalei House

Puglisi, B.

NORVEL

Kenneth F.

On a September morning in 1948, a member of the U.S. Olympic team and a Howard University student was arrested for taking a seat in the white section of a segregated train in rural Virginia. The resulting court case eventually made its way to the Virginia Stat... read more
No Be From Hia

Natasha O.

A homecoming tale of a family brought together by migration and torn apart by tragedy and secrets. In a search for identity, love and acceptance - two ordinary girls travel from London to Lusaka to Lagos in order to save their family and discover their destiny... read more
Unspoken Words: A Descendant of Stillwater Pioneers Discovers Her Ancestors

Theresa L.

Nothing speaks clearer than the unspoken words of those who have gone before us. Inspired by details found in newspapers articles, ancestry records and other genealogical sources, this book is infused with the news, local events and stories of eras stretching ... read more
Turning Toward the Sun: If I Never Speak of It, No One Will Know

Ceil W.

If I never speak of it, no one will know was the guardian of his 40-year secret. But on the kitchen table of his small Connecticut home lies an unopened letter threatening this trusted sentry.It's calling him to confront his past. Trespassing on the comfort of... read more
Unafraid: A survivor's quest for human connection

Niyati T.

On March 2, 2018, Niyati Tamaskar heard the words that would forever change the course of her life: “All three sites have tested positive for cancer.” She was a thirty-four-year-old breastfeeding mother with a doting husband, fulfilling engineering job, and tw... read more
Stealing Home: A Father, a Son, and the Road to the Perfect Game

Ron S.

Five Stars, Readers Favorite An epic ballpark road trip with his Little League son sends a dad onto a path to find his way to fatherhood perfection--and learn how his father's suicide traced a route to repeating his mistakes.The rarest outcome in sports is bas... read more
Punishment Without Crime

Svetlana G.

Based on true events, a story of a family experiencing the upheavals of the Russian society since the middle of the XIX century. Generations of the family are immersed in clashes between Russian nobles and serfs, Christians and Jews, Communists and ordinary pe... read more
I'll Know Me When I Find Me (A Jane Desmond Novel Book 1)

Helen J.

Jane's in a rut. Can she dig herself out without burying her best friend?Jane Desmond feels like a failure. Sure, she has a good job and a roof over her head, but nothing else seems to ever go her way. Unwanted attention from an infatuated coworker and meddles... read more

Asya has 169 reviews

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Jeffrey M.

Jeffrey M.

May, 2023

I've worked with Asya on two projects now and have been very satisfied with both.
Asya B.
It's always great to work with repeat clients! Looking forward to working together again soon.
Jordan R.

Jordan R.

May, 2023

Working is Asya was wonderful. She was so patient and kind during the whole process which made working with her a delight. She is talented and listened to all of the details I wanted in my book cover. She even made redesigns to give me more options. The final cover is extraordinary, and I couldn't be happier with it. Thank you so much for your help!
Asya B.
I'm so happy that this turned out to your liking! It was a pleasure working with you.
Natasha O.

Natasha O.

Apr, 2023

This is my second project with Asya, and she gets me each time. She communicates well, is engaged with the work, and has a gift for turning feedback into gold. Highly recommended. I will be back. Thanks Asya!
Jana W.

Jana W.

Apr, 2023

Asya is a gifted designer! She listens to you and really cares about each client and project. I had to make revisions and she was easy to work with. I highly recommend Asya for her expertise and creativity!
Shaila B.

Shaila B.

Mar, 2023

Asya was terrific to work with. Her designs were beautiful and exactly what we wanted. She also provided us with a wealth of information on the self-publishing process. We enjoyed working with her and would use her services again without hesitation.
Asya B.
Thank you and it was a pleasure working with you. Good luck with the book! I know there's lots of important information there.