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Designer: Zuchal R.
Twelve and a Half Summers
Designed by Zuchal R.
Available to hire"From the outset, Ria wanted a laid-back, cozy, homey feel. The goal was to invite readers into the container house and the characters’ everyday life. I showed them doing simple, intimate activities—baking and reading—anchored in a backyard container home that grounds the story in closeness and routine. Vibrant yet balanced tones keep the cover engaging while preserving a calm, welcoming mood."
Designer: Alexander N.
The Museum of Morality
Designed by Alexander N.
Available to hire"The Museum of Morality is set in a converted Victorian schoolhouse whose layout carries clear metaphorical weight. Silvia and I agreed the building itself should drive the design. Each level houses an experiment or artefact of moral philosophy, which I translated into simple, bold illustrations. The goal was to create intrigue by hinting at key story elements, while the winding snake echoes the central character and her quiet influence over the narrative."
Designer: Danna Mathias S.
Zephyr Trails
Designed by Danna Mathias S.
Available to hire"The book is a sequel to Ellis River, so I wanted to create a cohesive and branded look while still providing a unique and eye-catching image. The title reflects the gold of the grass, paired against the striking dark sky to help it pop at thumbnail size. "
Designer: Bailey M.
Designer: Roderick B.
Young Gun In New York
Designed by Roderick B.
Available to hire"The cover was designed to evoke a sense of intrigue, placing the character into a well defined setting. Mood above all else. Aesthetically, I was obviously going for a noir feel, but with a modern twist (in its style). The angled smoke plumes in the distance and the smoke from his cigarette to give a bit of movement and dynamism to what could have been too static a scene."
Designer: Betty M.
Designer: Sofía S.
Live
Designed by Sofía S.
Available to hire"My approach to illustration focuses on vibrant color palettes, beautiful character depictions and striking compositions. My painting technique, while entirely digital, recreates the look of traditional paintings, as I strive to create everything from scratch, without shortcuts. The result is an appealing fusion of classic fantasy covers and contemporary aesthetics, which undoubtedly leaves readers intrigued."
Designer: Alejandro C.
Embers of the Republic
Designed by Alejandro C.
Available to hire"Epic confrontation between light and shadow! A classic epic fantasy cover featuring a hero on his noble mount facing a dark rider and dragon. In this genre, a realistic and meticulous technique is essential — combined with a dynamic, flowing composition that brings motion and tension to the scene. These are hallmarks of my work in the world of fantasy illustration."
Designer: Ryan R.
Of Ash and Salt: The Emorean Prophecy (Book One)
Designed by Ryan R.
Available to hire"I worked with the client to design this fantasy cover to feel like something ancient and alive, almost like a spell carved into the burnt wood. I kept the title big and centered so it commands attention even in thumbnail view. I think the end result balances elegance with a sense of mystery. It’s both gritty and poetic, just like the wonderful story inside."
Designer: Nejc P.
Dead Flowers
Designed by Nejc P.
Available to hire"For Dead Flowers, I designed a cover that captures the book’s bold, rebellious spirit and moody noir tone. Drawing inspiration from classic pulp covers, I reimagined their raw energy through a modern lens. Merging vintage grit with contemporary minimalism and a dash of Hollywood flair."
Designer: Sofía S.
Designer: Jason A.
One Girl Ran
Designed by Jason A.
Available to hire“After several explorations — from a photo collage splicing a crocodile with a palm-fringed beach, to rocky shapes forming its face, to a writhing silhouette of crocs — we chose a pared-back design. A simple crocodile silhouette, given a double-printed look, creates an alarming yet timeless retro feel. It extends across the jacket, striking in its simplicity and echoing the protagonist’s peril in the Costa Rican jungle.”
Designer: Tim B.
The Honorable Con
Designed by Tim B.
Available to hire“With this cover — the first in a fast-paced fantasy series — I aimed to capture a cinematic sense of motion and adventure aboard a high-speed train cutting through the mountains. The sweeping composition and wind-blown leaves reinforce the energy, pace, and momentum at the heart of the story.”
Designer: Peter S.
I Love You, We Said
Designed by Peter S.
Available to hire"For Ben Human’s autobiographical novel about an American writer newly expatriated to London, I aimed to evoke the city’s atmosphere and the book’s avant-garde spirit. Inspired by the iconic Tube map, I ultimately kept only its P22 Johnston Underground font, overlaying bright colors on a dark, shadowy background — a nod to the tension beneath Swinging London’s surface."
Designer: Tim B.
The Monsters They Made Us
Designed by Tim B.
Available to hire“In this YA novel, four main characters grapple with the weight of their family legacies. I designed the cover so that each shard reflects an aspect of their stories, interacting with the title to add depth and drama. The blue-green palette evokes the ever-present water and the mysterious coastal town of Driftmore.”
Designer: My Lan K.
Of Mages and Makers
Designed by My Lan K.
Available to hire"For this cosy gaslamp adventure romance, I combined different elements of the story in the cover using a style that recalls old adventure novels. The title is playful, hand-drawn to show the lightheartedness of the story. The background and decorative elements show a steampunk London. The MMC is offering his hand to the FMC, who accepts it, which is a hint to how he is the one introducing her to a world of adventure and magic."
Designer: Alejandro C.
A Drying World
Designed by Alejandro C.
Available to hire"One of my favorite aspects of dark fantasy is bringing its characters to life, especially the villains. This piece portrays a once-human figure surrendering to dark magic, shedding the last fragments of his humanity. In dark fantasy, horror and decay must be conveyed with subtlety and balanced with a sense of elegance — a contrast I always strive to capture in my work."
Designer: Xavier C.
Designer: Rachel S.
The Summers of Us
Designed by Rachel S.
Available to hire"I start by understanding the book’s mood and visual landscape, then collaborate closely to capture key imagery in a unique way. For this cover, we built a photo collage to reflect the characters and fine-tuned the sunset tones to match the story’s emotion. I treated it like a painting—designed to feel like art, not just packaging. The final painted texture adds warmth and mystery, creating a cover that’s both visually striking and deeply connected to the book’s heart."
Designer: Barış Ş.
Designer: Margarita C.
Manly Man of God
Designed by Margarita C.
Available to hire"I aim to hint at the plot without giving too much away, sparking curiosity. Katharine wanted religious iconography and a subtle nod to the story’s sexuality, with humor and irreverence. So, I portrayed the protagonist as a divine figure—holding an eggplant instead of a heart, blending sacred visuals with a modern, cheeky twist. It’s a bold, trend-aware image that reflects both the book’s tone and how people communicate today."
Designer: Ryan R.
New World City (the hyperArcana)
Designed by Ryan R.
Available to hire"I worked with Spencer through several feedback rounds to capture the gritty-mystical vibe he wanted. A silhouetted heroine faces a neon megacity, signaling urban fantasy and tech action. I used bold teal-orange tones to stand out digitally, adding glowing arcane armor, glyph-inspired skylines, and easter-egg symbols—striking a balance between genre familiarity and layered detail."
Designer: Barış Ş.
Designer: Ian K.
Designer: Owen G.
When Things Go Missing
Designed by Owen G.
Available to hire"This was a really interesting collaboration as the author Deborah Brasket decided to use an existing, public domain painting by Paul Klee as the basis for the cover. By tweaking the artwork, adding small narrative elements and finding complimentary fonts and design, we managed to create a perfect cover for the novel whilst maintaining the feel and sprit of Klee's original painting."
Designer: Richard L.
Designer: Barış Ş.
Transcendence
Designed by Barış Ş.
Available to hire"The cover is inspired by the author’s vision of a symbolic guided path - a translucent, body shaped tunnel that shows how a person will move through the cosmos. Inescapable and determinist. The design blends a sci-fi aesthetic with a psychedelic, multi-dimensional feel. As this book is part of a series, its typography and illustration style align with those used in the first book."
Designer: Elin T.
Call of the Maze (The Epoch of Djundar Book 3)
Designed by Elin T.
Available to hire"Designing this cover was a fun, collaborative process, shaped by the author’s vision to bring his trilogy’s culmination to life. Every choice—from colors to lighting—reflects the intensity and resolution of everything leading to this moment. It was exciting to visually capture the story’s crescendo in a way that feels both powerful and fitting for the journey’s conclusion."
Designer: Roderick B.
The Seven Bosses of Honey Malone
Designed by Roderick B.
Available to hire"The artwork and title aim to capture the story’s youthful essence, portraying the protagonist with both strength and vulnerability as she faces seven abstract, swirling 'boss' figures. Bright, bold colors reflect youthful energy, while strong titling enhances this vibe. Blending comedy and drama, the design effectively represents both genres without conforming to the dainty, ultra-smooth style often seen in similar books."
Designer: Adam F.
Designer: Finn D.
05:37
Designed by Finn D.
Available to hire“I captured the unsettling, fragmented prose visually, using chopped-up typography and treated photography. While employing the familiar trope of a mysterious figure, I infused the cover with distinctive visual flair, blending genre familiarity with standout nuance. The bold, balanced color palette grabs attention, pairing rarely-seen shades for striking impact in a crowded marketplace.”
Designer:
Truth Stays Buried
"In this Australian thriller, a body is discovered in the fern-dense Sapphire mountains of eastern Australia, and a local reporter must chase the truth. We decided to depict this almost literally, with ferns “covering” up the news print below. We chose a gritty, bold sans-serif to give a dark, contemporary feel. And we repeated the fern motif through my interior design of the book, using fern artwork on the title page for section breaks in chapters, providing a bespoke reading experience."
Designer:
The SILO
"We went dark and atmospheric for this debut novel by a former police chief—a psychological literary thriller set in the American Midwest. The cover focuses on the silo at the story’s core, with a subtle blood pool in front as ominous foreshadowing. A large, readable sans-serif font was distressed for a grungy, rough feel, mirroring the novel’s events. The silo motif was repeated throughout the interior design of the book, which I also designed, in section breaks and half-title artwork."
Designer: My Lan K.
Beyond The Ocean Door
Designed by My Lan K.
Available to hire"For this coming-of-age fantasy, I aimed to create a beautiful yet mysterious scene. The main character opens a door that only she can see through, sparking curiosity about what awaits her. Her glowing sword suggests both magic and danger, while the light pouring from the door has a liquid quality, hinting at its oceanic nature. Though digitally painted, I added texture and soft edges to give the illustration a traditional, hand-painted feel, enhancing its depth and atmosphere."
Designer: Richard L.
Searching For Her
Designed by Richard L.
Available to hire"For this darkly comic novel of a disturbed young man’s unorthodox search for his soulmate I ended up with a collage approach centered around a young woman’s face. This suited not only the love story angle, but also the edgy writing style and all the mayhem that ensues—ultimately culminating during the Rodney King riots. California is an important aspect—almost as if a character in the story—and is featured prominently in the collage through various visuals. The typography is hand-lettered."
Designer: Danna Mathias S.
Vivian In Red
Designed by Danna Mathias S.
Available to hire"For this cover, we wanted to communicate the era (Jazz Age/Roaring Twenties) in New York City, a feeling of mystery with a touch of romance, and the underlying theme of musicals. I worked with the lush red and gold color palette to evoke warmth, lightly era-specific typography for the title, and framed the title with thematic elements to create a cohesive and clear message."
Designer: Owen G.
The Next Big Thing
Andrew McLinden
Designed by Owen G.
Available to hire"In this dark satire of the music industry, The Next Big Thing follows Danny McAllister, a toxic, careless, and occasionally malevolent lead guitarist whose influence slowly corrupts those around him. Rather than depicting his misdeeds literally, I used color as a metaphor—violent red bleeding across and affecting the other band members. The design draws inspiration from live gig photography, band posters, and set lists, with the torn paper edge subtly hinting at Danny’s destructive nature."
Designer: Driss C.
How Not To Kill a Spy
Designed by Driss C.
Available to hire"The book tells a story of death and mystery. Initially meant to associate lettering and illustration, the design evolved toward a more minimalistic and impactful approach. The angular and rough letters of the title contrast with the curves of the blood puddle, foreshadowing the tension to come. The colours are reminiscent of old polars, while vibrant enough to fit with modern trends."
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