Christian Rafetto

Christian Rafetto – Designer

BOOK COVERS and INTERIORS // I have 10+ years experience as a book designer, with a focus on Religion and Literature.

Overview

Hi, there! My name is Christian, and I specialize in creating beautiful books.


Why choose with me for your book design?


• Significant Experience: I've created hundreds of book covers or both self-published and traditionally published authors.


• Wholistic Publishing Know-How: I’ve worked in the publishing industry for nearly a decade, doing everything from cover design and art direction to marketing, project management, and acquisitions.


• Simple, Effective Process: I love working with clients, and strive to make the process simple, straight-forward, and collaborative. Over the years, I've honed my process to ensure that you get a cover you are proud of.


• Shared Values: I love good books and strive to create a package that shows off your content—inside and out.


Simply put, I would love to partner with you to create a stunning book that is tailor-fit to your message and captures your target market. Let's work together!

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Christian Non-Fiction Inspirational Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Classics Literary Fiction Mystery & Crime Short Story
Languages
English

Work experience

Self-employed

Jun, 2023 — Present

We are a company of Jesus-followers, passionate about creating books that build the Kingdom.

Nori Media Group

Jun, 2014 — May, 2023 (almost 9 years)

Nori Media Group is the parent company for several well-known imprints, including Destiny Image and Harrison House. After nearly ten years serving in many different capacities, I have gained a holistic perspective on the entire publishing process. As a senior designer, I have created many covers for bestselling, Christian non-fiction titles. As an Acquisition Agent and Production Manager I have taken projects from concept to final product. Having served as the Chief Marketing Strategist, I know what it takes for a book to sell in this space.

Self-employed

Jan, 2011 — Present

I love books. As a book designer, my passion is creating covers that earn their place on readers' shelves. My favorite covers to design are ones that act like a window to the book's full message—arresting your attention immediately, then revealing greater meaning as the reader journeys through the book.

Christian has 11 reviews

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Emily S.

Emily S.

Apr, 2024

As a first-time author, Christian was so patient and professional with this last piece of the project for me. I absolutely love the final result and receive many compliments on the cover design!
Katheryn W.

Katheryn W.

Feb, 2024

Christian was a pleasure to work with. Timely communication, good collaborator/partnership, and I received a large amount of deliverables for the cost of the work. Would happily do business with him again!
Paula L.

Paula L.

Jan, 2024

Working with Christian was phenomenal! He was so helpful and gave great advice. The book cover art and marketing images were better than I could have imagined. He really captured the vision I had for my book's cover. He also replies quickly and is open to feedback. I would HIGHLY recommend Christian if you are looking for an amazing artist!
Tanika L.

Tanika L.

Jan, 2024

Christian was very helpful and knowledgeable in helping me complete my goal of releasing my 1st book. He was instrumental in helping me throughout the entire process. He answered all my questions promptly and provided his expertise when needed. The design of my book is gorgeous, I could not be happier. I would most definitely recommend Christian to others and I would use his services again. Th...
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Ken K.

Ken K.

Nov, 2023

I am so grateful to have worked with Christian on my first self-publishing book cover. The whole process of developing a cover was extremely well-organized, and the three drafts were so good that, after choosing one for this book, I chose a second for another book series that I am writing. Working with Christian has been a pleasure; we just seemed to click. He even helped me rewrite a stronger ...
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