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.
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Zoe S.
I'm a friendly Children's Book Illustrator with 10+ years experience. I create sweet & whimsical illustrations which have a timeless charm.
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Lorna R.
I am a professional book formatter/interior designer who enjoys working in all genres, from fantasy and sci-fi to romance and YA fiction.
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Veronica S.
Multi-cultural designer with over 20 years of experience in book design. Experience combining manuscript and design from concept to press.
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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.
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Reece-Alexander Norris-Paterson or The Commander of the Northern Armies, as I call him, is a man of many names and phenomenal talent. He designed the cover of my debut novel and the result was better than anything I could have ever imagined. I don’t know what kind of magic he used, but bless him,...
Boris K.
Absolutely lovely to work with! Brought my characters to life with care and detail I didn't think possible!
Moon W.
Edward is patient, kind and professional, and his phenomenal portfolio speaks for itself. If I clearly knew what I wanted, he took the idea and made it look incredible. If I wasn't sure, he came up with great solutions. I couldn't be happier with my book's cover and interior art, and can't wait t...
Elizabeth T.
Flavia is an excellent cover illustrator. Not only was her work beautiful, she was also professional and caring throughout the entire design process. I am so grateful to her for designing such a beautiful cover for my book, and I wouldn't hesitate for an instant to work with her again, especially...
Rafael B.
Sarah was wonderful to work with throughout the publishing process of my memoir. She was patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and supportive every step of the way. As a first-time independent author using IngramSpark, I greatly appreciated her guidance, attention to detail, and calm professionalis...
Eugenya Z.
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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