Nigel French – Designer

I design book interiors for print and ebook editions, with close attention to typography and to the character of the writing. My aim is to give each manuscript a form that feels right for its subject, its voice and its readers.

As an author myself, I understand how much thought goes into the words on a page. I bring that same care to their presentation: choosing typefaces, establishing the proportions of the page, and finding a balance between text and white space. Chapter openings, headings, captions and images should each have a clear role, while belonging to a coherent whole.

My approach draws on established principles of typography and layout, but the manuscript guides the decisions. A page should be inviting, its structure easy to follow, and its details carefully resolved. Letter and word spacing may seem minor, yet they contribute as much to a comfortable reading experience as the larger design choices.

I hold an MA with Distinction in Graphic Design and have written books on both InDesign and Photoshop. I also speak at design conferences, including Adobe MAX. That knowledge supports a precise, organised production process: I build documents with consistent styles and a clear structure, making corrections and future revisions easier to manage.

I bring an author’s sensitivity to language and a designer’s eye for how it sits on the page.