Looking for a professional book cover designer?

500+ of the most sought-after book cover designers in publishing are on Reedsy. Come meet them.

Meet the book cover designers behind bestsellers

Think of your book's cover as the first sentence in its story: a strong, professional design can hook readers at first glance. 

On Reedsy, you’ll find the most experienced designers in the industry. Our designers have worked with major presses and self-published authors alike and created covers that boost sales by over 50%. 

Alice W.

Available to hire

I love to bring worlds to life through vibrant characters and intricate details, creating immersive narratives through my illustrations!

Felix T.

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Illustrator specializing in poster and book cover art with a distinct graphic visual style. clients: Netflix, PenguinRH, Simon and Schuster.

Miha B.

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Is a Fantasy Book Illustrator that loves helping authors grab their audience with a compelling illustration.

John P.

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Smashing illustrated maps, cartography designed to your targeted readership. Good at getting the design right first time.

Pauline P.

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is a french illustrator with a love for cats, witches and all things magic! I will work hard to give life to your stories and characters.

How can I find the right book cover designer for me?

Whether you’re writing historical fiction or a how-to book, your book cover should communicate your genre. That means hiring a designer with an in-depth knowledge of trends that appeal to today’s readers. Reedsy’s designers have worked with the likes of Anne Rice, George R.R. Martin, and Louise Penny — whatever you’re writing, you can find a storied expert right here.

Why hire a book cover designer?

Conventional wisdom tells us not to judge a book by its cover, but those in the publishing industry know better. A professionally designed cover will intrigue your target audience, elevate your book above generic-looking competitors, and boost your sales.

Low-cost tools and templates may tempt some writers into DIY'ing their designs, but your book cover is a key part of your marketing strategy. Working with a professional will pay off in the long run.

Beautiful design for every context

Make sure your book looks great from every angle — and in every format. If you’re publishing a physical book, your cover designer will create a front cover, spine, and back cover that pops off the shelves. Only planning an ebook? They’ll make sure your cover is just as stunning in a thumbnail as it is on a reader’s tablet.

A marketing asset that can increase your sales by more than 50%

How much difference will a professional design really make? We ran an experiment to find out. 

We A/B tested Meta and BookBub ads to see which garnered more clicks: self-made covers or professional designs. Across seven genres, the professional covers saw, on average, 53% more interest from readers. The biggest winner was a redesigned fantasy novel, which saw a whopping 164% uptick in clicks thanks to its new cover.

As you promote your book before your launch, your cover and synopsis are your two biggest marketing assets. As your experiment shows, you’ll gain the most momentum with a professional cover.

Browse: Cover designs created through Reedsy

Reedsy professionals create stunning, influential designs for books in every genre, every style, and for every type of author. Sign up now to create your free account.

For even more beautiful cover design samples, check out our book cover art gallery.

How much does a book cover designer cost?

Get to know our designers

To get started on your search, meet some of our top-rated designers.

Stefan P.

Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Expert in crafting eye-catching book covers that encapsulate your story's essence and attract readers.

Specializes in:
Computers & Internet
Action & Adventure
Non-Fiction
Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Thriller & Suspense

Ed S.

London, UK

Hi, I'm Ed and with 25 years of publishing experience as a designer, illustrator and art director, I'm looking forward to working with you!

Specializes in:
Plays & Screenplays
Cozy Mysteries
Mystery & Crime
Math & Science
Education & Reference

Natalia J.

Turin, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy

COVER | INTERIOR | ILLUSTRATION 📖Book designer and illustrator specialized in captivating and affordable covers and engaging interiors! 📖

Specializes in:
Poetry
Children's
Non-Fiction
Fiction
Religion & Spirituality

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How it works

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Reedsy is home to thousands of professionals. Select the specific design services you need and narrow your search based on your book’s genre and requirements.

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Then, browse designers' profiles to find out more about their personalities and past projects.

Step 3

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Request quotes from up to five designers at any time. They’ll look at your sample pages to give you a tailored quote as well as a sense of how they work.

Step 4

Collaborate

Once you agree on terms and a timeline, you’ll start collaborating using the many communication and editing tools available on Reedsy.

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