Jennifer Stimson – Designer

I have 23+ years of experience in the publishing industry, creating book designs for authors and major publishing companies!

Overview

I’ve been in the publishing industry for 23+ years, specializing in nonfiction, fiction, memoirs, self-help, wellness, spirituality, and romance!

Over the years, I’ve created top-calibre book designs for many self-publishing authors and have worked with major educational and trade publishers, such as University Toronto Press, Nelson Education, Canadian Scholars—Women's Press, Pearson Education, McGraw Hill-Ryerson, Oxford University Press, Harlequin, Penguin Random House, and The Author Incubator—Difference Press!

Designing beautiful book covers is my passion and I look forward to working with you!

Quotes are in USD.

Services

Cover Design

Book Interior Design

Non-Fiction

Biographies & Memoirs Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Health & Wellbeing Home & Garden Self-Help & Self-Improvement Sex & Relationships

Fiction

Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance

Languages

English

Work experience

Creative Director

Self-employed

Jan, 2000 — Present

Freelance Book Designer for self-published authors and educational and trade publishers, designing book covers, layouts, marketing materials, and other collateral, ensuring that each piece is visually compelling and aligned with the project’s editorial vision!

Jennifer has 76 reviews

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Ray T.

Dec, 2025

I could not have asked for a better collaborator for my book cover and interior design work than Jennifer! My debut book, and Jennifer has been extremely patient with me. Yes, I was floundering—finishing the manuscript, juggling everything and jumping through the publishing hoops. Several cover d...

LaVonne C.

Dec, 2025

Jennifer is so incredibly talented with her craft. She listened and responded with kindness to every question I had and as an indie author, I had a lot! I would highly recommend Jennifer for all of your design needs.

Anne Marie T.

Nov, 2025

Jennifer was a wonderful partner on this project. It was my first time self publishing a book and she hit every deadline, took feedback into account quickly and accurately, and made the whole thing a total breeze. I'd definitely work with Jennifer again and would recommend her to anyone!

William D.

Nov, 2025

Working with Jennifer was stress free yet focused. She was quick in producing quality, eye catching covers that incorporated the spirit of my brand. I am grateful for her help and attention to detail. She knows her stuff.

Katharine K.

Nov, 2025

It was a great experience working with Jennifer. She gave great design ideas and took my preferences into consideration, and we have a book cover I love. I get get complimented on it all the time!