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300+ of the most sought-after typographers in publishing are on Reedsy. Come meet them.

Meet the best typographers in the industry

Like famed typographer Erik Spiekermann said, “Design works not because people understand or even appreciate it, but because it works subliminally.” Whether it’s the exterior or interior of your book, a professional typographer can help perfect the most subtle element of all: typography.  

On Reedsy, meet typographers who regularly work with bestselling and debut authors alike. Having worked for Big 5 publishers, they know how to harmonize all aspects of type and understand reader expectations for genre-appropriate font. 

Daniel P.

Available to hire

I love books, and I want to help with yours! After 15+ years and 100s of projects, I know what it takes to make your book look its best!

Carl M.

Available to hire

Experienced creative professional with a diverse journey in the art world. From painterly color to B/W, let's bring your project to life!

Arjan V.

Available to hire

Easy-going and highly experienced designer / art director with many professional accolades and experience under his belt.

Megan F.

Available to hire

I'm a children's book illustrator who loves all things cute. My work features cute characters in natural and fantastic environments.

Michael O.

Available to hire

In the last 25 years, I've designed thousands of books (mainly in K-12 and higher-ed publishing). I'd love to help with your next project!

How to choose a typographer

On Reedsy, you'll find typographers who have worked with the likes of Anne Rice, George R.R. Martin, and Louise Penny. We handpick our designers for their industry experience: to guarantee the quality of your collaboration, only the top 3% of applicants are accepted. 

What is a typographer?

A typographer is a design professional specializing in selecting, arranging, and customizing type. From choosing typefaces to determining font size and spacing, they ensure that all typographical elements in a piece of work complement one another.

When it comes to books, professional typographers tend to focus on the text that appears on the cover and in the chapter headings.

  • For the book's exterior: They'll make sure your title text is eye-catching, genre-appropriate, and marketable. 
  • For the book’s interior: They’ll reconcile everything that relates to typefaces (e.g., “Times New Roman”) and fonts (e.g., “12 point italicized Times New Roman”), from chapter titles to drop caps and page numbers.
  • Advanced typographers can also tweak or blend typefaces to create a unique aesthetic or even invent a brand-new typeface just for you. 

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Get to know our designers

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

Annemarie L.

Johannesburg, South Africa

A passionate book cover designer helping turn author's visions into realities! Here design meets the art of storytelling.

Specializes in:
Fiction
Post-Apocalyptic
Young Adult
Science Fiction
Business & Management

Arjan V.

Auckland, New Zealand

Easy-going and highly experienced designer / art director with many professional accolades and experience under his belt.

Specializes in:
Health & Wellbeing
Romance
Historical Romance
Fiction
Self-Help & Self-Improvement

Gene M.

New York, NY, USA

Full-service design studio specializing in cover art and branding for indie authors and independent publishers.

Specializes in:
Biographies & Memoirs
Action & Adventure
Science Fiction
Epic Fantasy
Mystery & Crime

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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.

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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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