Mark Karis – Designer

25 yrs exp. book designer with a focus on Religion, Politics, Psychology, Academics, Biographies, and Fiction. Many NYT Bestsellers!

Overview

I am a highly experienced graphic designer with over 20 years of experience specializing in book cover design and typesetting. I have designed covers for numerous New York Times bestselling books in a range of genres including Religion, Politics, Psychology, Academics, Biographies, and Fiction. My passion for design is driven by my love for storytelling, and I work closely with authors to bring their vision to life using typography, color, and imagery. With exceptional design skills and a keen eye for detail, I deliver designs that exceed my clients' expectations and bring their books to life. Contact me today to learn more about my services.

Services

Cover Design

Book Interior Design

Non-Fiction

Business & Management Christian Non-Fiction Political Science & Current Affairs Psychology

Fiction

Christian Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Science Fiction

Languages

English

Work experience

Graphic Designer

Self-employed

Jun, 2000 — Present

Mark has 70 reviews

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Mary Ann W.

Oct, 2025

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Mark Karis made me excited to write this review. From the first email he sent outlining his proposal, he stood out from every professional with whom I interacted during the self-publishing process of my first book. He turned a very crude hand drawing into a stunning cover that caused me to burst...

Paula M.

Sep, 2025

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I could hardly wait to leave this review—Mark is truly in a class of his own. His creativity is undeniable, but what sets him apart is his deep connection to the heart and artistry of the project. He didn’t just skim the surface—he fully engaged, took the time to understand the author’s vision, a...

Anthony C.

Jul, 2025

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Mark made it clear that this project was a top priority for him and was very responsive throughout the entire process. He created a stunning book cover design that stands out against its competitors. His attention to detail, communication, and creativity made the experience smooth from start to f...

Sarah M.

Feb, 2026

Mark K delivered everything I wanted and made sure I was happy with his work before project completion, which I deeply appreciated. He truly wants your work to be well presented on the cover and respects and honors your vision, which is huge when it comes to working with artists because sometimes...

julia Y.

Feb, 2026

Mark was professional, patient, and very responsive throughout the collaboration. He carefully implemented all revisions and delivered clean, high-quality cover and layout files. I truly appreciate his reliability and would gladly work with him again.