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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. 

Alice W.

Available to hire

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

Lorna R.

Available to hire

I am a professional book formatter/interior designer who enjoys working in all genres, from fantasy and sci-fi to romance and YA fiction.

John P.

Available to hire

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

Pascale H.

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I am a graphic designer, art director and illustrator with decades of experience in designing book covers.

Miha B.

Available to hire

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

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.

Rafael A.

Mesa, AZ, USA

I am a professional designer, art director and illustrator who loves books and works for several publishing houses in Europe, USA and Asia.

Specializes in:
Non-Fiction
Epic Fantasy
Science Fiction
Thriller & Suspense
Fantasy

Zuza M.

Kraków, Poland

I am an illustrator and designer with over 15 years of experience, specializing in illustrated book covers, and book interior design.

Specializes in:
Humanities & Social Sciences
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Self-Help & Self-Improvement

Barış Ş.

Athens, Greece

Devoted to the art of book design. 10+ yrs experience, 200+ covers. I've worked across many genres, with a special love for anything soulful

Specializes in:
Mystery & Crime
Literary Fiction
Historical Fiction
Poetry
Fiction

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