Kam Bains

Kam Bains – Designer

Specialising in non-fiction, Kam has designed covers for 7 years, working with private clients and authors on the Hay House Publishers list.

Overview

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:

1. Senior designer at Hay House Publishing for 5 years (with over 10 years graphic design experience).

2. Designed 60+ covers and collaborated with a number of bestselling authors.

3. Experienced in non-fiction genres: business, healing, health and wellbeing, new age, personal development, self-help and spirituality.

4. Check out some of my testimonials in the gallery section.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM WORKING WITH ME:

1. Good energy

Working with a designer who shares your passion and values can be incredibly rewarding. Let’s enjoy the journey and the results together!

2. Remove the stress

My goal is to simplify the design journey, so that you can spend more time doing what you love.

3. Make a lasting impression

Boost your confidence and your brand with high-quality design.

4. Reach the right people

Capture the attention and interest of your intended audience.

If you like the sound of the above, I am the right person for you. :)

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Health & Wellbeing Inspirational New Age Parenting & Families Religion & Spirituality Self-Help & Self-Improvement Sex & Relationships
Languages
English

Work experience

Hay House UK Limited

Jul, 2018 — May, 2023 (almost 5 years)
Managed design projects from concept to completion, collaborating with teams and overseeing book cover designs, layouts, interiors and artist sourcing. Assumed additional responsibilities, including training and supporting the in-house Artworker, assisting the Digital Designer and working cross-functionally with editorial, sales and production teams.

Self-employed

Jun, 2023 — Present
Currently, I am leveraging my comprehensive design expertise to assist purpose-driven authors in creating captivating book covers. My goal is to help them effectively communicate their unique message, connect with their readers, inspire change and amplify their influence.

Kam has 17 reviews

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Liz M.

Liz M.

Oct, 2025

Kam was a pleasure to work with. We worked collaboratively to translate my vision and her felt sense of the project’s goals into a stunning cover. She was also willing to put out fires when they came up. Thank you, Kam!
Kam B.
Thank you Liz, it really was a team effort. I am so pleased that we were able to create something beautiful together.
Gordon F.

Gordon F.

Jul, 2025

Kam, you're a wee superstar! I am totally delighted with the cover design you did for my first book. And I hugely appreciate not only your responsiveness, input and creativity, but your unstinting willingness to answer all my daft questions or to accommodate all my final 'final' tweaks. It's been...
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Kam B.
Thanks so much Gordon. :) Thanks for being so open to feedback and being so responsive. It was a pleasure to work with you on your first book.
Elaine R.

Elaine R.

Jul, 2025

Kam was an absolute pleasure to work with. Talented, professional, caring, responsive, and prompt, she delivered such a beautiful design. I’m so happy with how my book cover has turned out. I would highly recommend her services. Five stars.
Heather O.

Heather O.

Jun, 2025

Kam is an absolute dream to work with! She has a system that ensures seamless collaboration, and she is committed to designing a cover that you will love. I didn't make this process easy for her, as new ideas kept emerging. Not only was she gracious, but she also worked with me to create a design...
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Amy S.

Amy S.

May, 2025

Working with Kam Bains on the cover for my book, Bridging the Divide, was truly one of the highlights of my publishing journey. As a first-time author, I was nervous about bringing such a meaningful project to life visually, but Kam made the entire process seamless, supportive, and even fun. She...
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Kam B.
Thank you so much Amy - I am touched by your words. It was a pleasure working with you.

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