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Designer: Nvard Y.
Farewell, New York
Tianshi Suo
Designed by Nvard Y.
Available to hire"For Tianshi Suo’s debut novel, the cover is built around the one object Vicky carries with her to New York: her late father’s ocean-blue notebook of unpublished poetry. By opening the notebook into the city skyline, the design connects his private creative world with a city shaped by ambition, possibility, and moral danger. The small figure and restrained composition add a sense of vulnerability and unease as she tries to protect both his legacy and her own identity."
Designer: Alexander N.
Dojo Ryan
Designed by Alexander N.
Available to hire"Although this novel is about wrestling, we wanted to avoid any obvious aesthetic references to wrestling and instead opted for an abstract expressionist illustration. The illustration needed to capture movement and thoughtfulness."
Designer: Alexander N.
Death in the Time of Suburbia
Designed by Alexander N.
Available to hire"This cover illustrates the psychological space occupied by the main protagonist who longs to escape what she feels is the prison of suburbia. The story deals with social disharmony and the dissolution of national identity revolving around an car accident set to the backdrop of mundane suburban life. The bust used for the illustration is from a sculpture called 'America' made in 1854 by Hiram Powers."
Designer: Danna Mathias S.
No Safe Harbor
Designed by Danna Mathias S.
Available to hire"The cover reflects the novel's desert/borderland setting through a winding highway illuminated by brake lights - aiming to suggest urgency, pursuit, the need to keep moving. We kept the title bold and clean for high legibility at thumbnail size. The realism of the night landscape supports the story's cinematic atmosphere and exploration of crime and failed systems."
Designer: Logan M.
Designer: Marta D.
Goblins: The Sword and the Serpent
Designed by Marta D.
Available to hire"The goal of this cover design was to bring to mind old, medieval chronicles - since one of the main characters is a chronicler. This effect was achieved by using a leather-like background texture, a richly decorated border, and a warm, gold illustration showcasing the heroic deeds of the goblins. Each detail used on the cover is reflected in the actual story - from the goblin knight's armour, to the spikes on the serpent's head."
Designer: Tim B.
Designer: Rannia M.
Neither Fear Ye Their Fear
Designed by Rannia M.
Available to hire"The cover captures a dark, ominous atmosphere through a stylized silhouette of the Assyrian Lamassu, framed in a geometric composition. By layering raw, high-contrast block-print typography over a textured red motif, the design creates an urgent, expressive aesthetic that communicates tension while remaining striking at any scale."
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Designer: Pascale H.
Little Bird
Designed by Pascale H.
Available to hire"Claire’s novel is incredibly evocative of ordinary family life. Each character is portrayed with love and affection and it was this intimacy that I tried to evoke with the cover. Crackers and water are integral to the story and they seemed to also represent the time when a family comes together, around the kitchen table. The hand drawn type helps to make the illustration look friendly and approachable."
Designer: Alexander N.
Reputation
Designed by Alexander N.
Available to hire"The illustration for this cover hints at key points in the novel. We wanted to capture the colour and vibrancy of Trinidad and Tobago with the mango trees while also illustrating the main plot point of the story - that of an intimate photograph used as collateral to trap the main character. "
Designer: Karolina K.
Angels and Beasts
Designed by Karolina K.
Available to hire"Rather than revealing the story directly, the cover focuses on mood and symbolism. The antler becomes a visual metaphor for transformation, while the galaxy texture suggests something ancient, mysterious, and beyond human understanding. The clean typography reinforces the book's literary tone."
Designer: Carolina A.
Followives
Designed by Carolina A.
Available to hire"The cover evokes the duality between two worlds: Milan and Silicon Valley. Through its illustrated composition and thoughtful creative development, it conveys a sense of both displacement and belonging, reflecting the emotional essence of the story. The design is both striking and bold, while the color palette lends it a strong and distinctive visual identity. The result is a modern cover that captures the conceptual essence of the novel at first glance."
Designer: Milica S.
Queentide
Designed by Milica S.
Available to hire"This design explores power and revolution in near-future Australia. The concept focuses on the 'tide' of political change, visually represented through the rhythmic lines of the protagonist's hair that double as rising waves. A striking pink crown serves as a bold, disruptive symbol of the movement’s ultimate goal: to seize authority and rewrite the rules of a failing system."
Designer: Rachel K.
Chasing Shadows in Borrowed Light
Designed by Rachel K.
Available to hire"The novel centers on the interwoven connection of four friends. A four-part color system gives each a distinct visual voice, while the framing reflects how their stories nest within one another. The specific order and color temperature (radiating from warm to cool) mirrors their varying degrees of intimacy, with Areen at the core. Each face is partially obscured, hinting at their shared secret. This subtlety suits the literary tone, while the photographic treatment appeals to adult readers."
Designer: Eva P.
Designer: Andy C.
Marlow
Designed by Andy C.
Available to hire"Featuring a daring mouse hero at the heart of the action, the artwork captures the spirit of classic adventure tales while embracing the story's playful charm. The background features are kept minimal to offset the dynamic pose and so make the whole scene stand out visually but what details we do see hint at the adventure to come. The title font has classical roots but a playful character and completes the design, complementing the story's adventurous and humorous tone."
Designer: Jerry T.
Designer: Dali W.
Jasmine
Designed by Dali W.
Available to hire“The cover grew from an original mixed-media mountainscape painting, expanded across the full wrap to mirror Johnny and Jasmine’s emotional terrain. The eye moves from the campfire and Johnny’s warm colour, toward Jasmine’s greyscale figure, then up through the diagonal title, mountain ridges, and opening sky. I wanted the design to feel like a visual journey through grief, liminality, and the fragile possibility of returning to life.”
Designer: Peter S.
All Is Well
Designed by Peter S.
Available to hire"For Lisa Jenkin’s novel about a young woman on the run in southern Utah’s high desert, I let typography and setting do the work. I searched dozens of desert landscapes for the right image, then added effects to evoke memory and menace. The title, All is Well, is inevitably ironic, so its final two Ls stumble and fall like someone stepping over a cliff edge."
Designer: Arjan V.
The Secret Diary of an Intimate Waxer
Designed by Arjan V.
Available to hire"After reading Mona's delightfully bizarre book, I knew the cover needed to be as mischievous as the stories themselves. The carrot became a deadpan visual joke that hints at the book's weird sexual humour without ever explaining it. Combined with bold colours and playful typography, the design aims to make readers stop, smile, and wonder: what on earth happens to that carrot?"
Designer: Milica S.
Found
Designed by Milica S.
Available to hire"For this deeply introspective literary novel on consciousness and human connection, the design leans into a dark, intimate aesthetic. The cover centers on a single evocative, sculptural element that mirrors the protagonist’s journey through mind and spirit. This minimalist, moody approach strips away the noise, focusing the reader entirely on the book's profound emotional core."
Designer: Rebecca B.
Designer: Marta B.
Marin in the Moonlight
Designed by Marta B.
Available to hire"The cover sets a lyrical, atmospheric tone that balances romance and quiet longing - evoking the feeling of a summer night alive with possibility. The illustration draws from contemporary flat illustration, layering a starlit fairground, magnolia blossoms, and marsh wildlife into a single dreamlike scene. The typography pairs classical serif elegance with a hand-lettered warmth, grounding the nostalgic mood while ensuring the title reads with quiet drama at any size."
Designer: Sofía S.
The Trinity Crown
Designed by Sofía S.
Available to hire"This cover had to be elegant, beautiful, and have a painterly touch, like an old royal portrait. I carefully designed the outfits and jewelry of the three sisters and included the frame of the "painting" diegetically. I love painting female characters and giving them different features, makeup, and hairstyles, always striving to make them look gorgeous and realistic."
Designer: Morgane F.
The Half of It
Designed by Morgane F.
Available to hire"For this small-town romance set in Ireland, I wanted to depict the couple during an intimate moment from the story. The illustration invites readers on a journey while highlighting the characters' emotional bond, through a romantic gesture set in a vibrant landscape. The rounded, high-contrast typography adds warmth and elegance, echoing the novel's heartfelt atmosphere."
Designer: Charles U.
Brock Smith and the Dagger of Souls
Jeremy Deshazer, Jackson Deshazer
Designed by Charles U.
Available to hire"This project was a collaboration through and through. This cover needed something striking and iconic that also showed its unique elements. We went with a figure reaching up against the pull of dark tendrils to encapsulate the story’s larger themes, while the dragon and fox tease us with what is distinct in this story. The dagger, armor, and knife on the chest are all specific characters details that sent it home and grounded the cover in this particular story."
Designer: Sofía S.
Designer: Adam F.
Designer: Rebecca B.
Designer: Charles U.
The Shattered Moon
Designed by Charles U.
Available to hire"Here we have “character with a sword looking cool,” but done in a way that prioritizes story. He walks away from us, his face illuminated by the glow from his hand, suggesting that he is lost in power and unwilling to face his challenges head on. The book’s worlds were vast and exiting which gave me a chance to play with cool rocks and color palettes. Finally, the graphic red weapons in the foreground suggests an awareness of the genre, that some tropes might be both present and subverted."
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What Remains of Her
"This cover was designed to feel fragmented, uneasy, and emotionally unresolved, mirroring the novel’s themes of buried trauma and fractured identity. The torn photographic composition creates a sense of memory pieced back together, while the stark red typography adds urgency and tension. The minimalist palette keeps the focus on emotion, allowing the imagery to feel unsettling."
Designer: Peter S.
On the Run
Designed by Peter S.
Available to hire"The novel follows a young Irishman sent to the States to escape the Troubles, where he becomes a successful track runner — only for the Troubles to keep dogging him. The design uses the Irish flag’s orange and green, overlaid with a pixelated black-and-white runner cropped at head and feet. That harsh contrast and truncated figure suggest that, however fast he runs, he can’t outrun Ireland or his past."
Designer: Jeff B.
Designer: Caitlin B. A.
Lonely Space
Designed by Caitlin B. A.
Available to hire"Given the focus on this book's main character's inner life and struggles, the cover centers the subtle emotion on Beatrice's face, surrounded by a dark and ominous color palette. The typography references current sci-fi genre trends, complemented by the background space gradient texture, to indicate a feeling of isolation and mystery."
Designer: Roberta Z.
The Dazzling Magic of a Petit Four
Designed by Roberta Z.
Available to hire"The cover is shaped like a 1920s tarot card, with a nod to Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby to signal the Twenties: a world of sublime elegance and magic spells. I immersed myself in Art Deco interiors, fashion, and typefaces, working closely with the author to hone every detail. The aim was atmosphere over summary, but readers will enjoy spotting the hidden hints — Paris, a pentagram, cake, a black cat — and feel they’re holding something precious."
Designer: Victoria H.
The Death and Life of Amy Smith
Designed by Victoria H.
Available to hire"Cam’s story is full of life (despite being about death) and contains a wealth of vivid imagery – in fact, there was so much to choose from that I very quickly began playing with this grid format in my designs. It allowed me to solidly locate the book in London, while simultaneously picking out some of the eye-catching key elements from the story. The bold and vibrant use of colour then sets the tone for the book to potential readers, speaking directly to the contemporary fiction market."
Designer: Eva P.
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