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Designer: Hampton L.
Designer: Nejc P.
Uncertain Justice
Designed by Nejc P.
Available to hire"For Uncertain Justice, I designed a cover that reflects the novel’s blend of political intrigue, espionage, and legal suspense. The bold typography and striking composition give the cover a modern edge while staying true to the visual language of the legal thriller genre. Dramatic lighting and a tense color scheme help convey the book’s high stakes and complex themes, making it instantly recognizable to readers of the genre while still standing out on the shelf."
Designer: Vanessa M.
The Fruit You'll Never See
Designed by Vanessa M.
Available to hire"The cover is a minimalist yet powerful design that reflects the book's themes of hidden pain and resilience. The image of two hands holding a delicate flower, partially obscured by darkness, symbolises the hidden secrets and emotions that the protagonist struggles to confront. The contrasting colours and stark typography create a sense of tension and mystery, inviting readers to delve deeper into the story."
Designer: Vanessa M.
Gingered
Designed by Vanessa M.
Available to hire"I wanted the cover to really capture the book's fun and heart-warming vibe, reflecting the author's personal journey. The playful typography and bright colours create a sense of excitement, and the photo of the author as a ginger-haired kid sets the stage for the relatable and entertaining stories inside. Overall, the design invites readers to dive into his nostalgic and humorous adventures."
Designer: Alejandro C.
Dreamer's Folly
Designed by Alejandro C.
Available to hire"This cover invites readers to follow a child on his quest, encouraging discovery through the story. We walk with him through medieval streets filled with characters and background micro-stories. The street-level perspective draws us into his adventures. The dark tower in the distance, symbolizing danger, is strategically placed and interwoven with the title's letters, adding a hook to spark interest in the story."
Designer: Mark T.
The Wood and The Trees
Designed by Mark T.
Available to hire"The design was drawn from ideas of the UK’s corporate culture business and personal excesses of the mid 1980s. The imagery of a paint-daubed Neoclassical statue is a nod toward the financial market background of the main character. The rugby ball has ties to the same character’s sporting background. Basically: work hard, play hard. The typography is cool and considered. The green colour scheme has a playful Penguin-esque vibe."
Designer: Patrick K.
Island of Gold
Designed by Patrick K.
Available to hire"This cover needed to feel lush and enticing while reflecting the historical period of the book. Gold border decorations and hand lettering were used to evoke a sense of a bygone era. Initially, the cover featured a hovering hawk, but we recently updated it to include the main protagonist with her hawk, aiming to appeal to a broader market and enhance its presence in the genre."
Designer: Nuno M.
Rapture of the Deep
Designed by Nuno M.
Available to hire"This cover features a striking, minimalist design that captures the themes of dystopia and Afro-futurism. The contrast between the textured, cracked background and the smooth figure creates a tension that aligns with dystopian narratives. Sharp, geometric typography reinforces modernity and futurism, while the muted palette of reds, blacks, and grays enhances the bleak atmosphere. The overall composition is visually balanced but evokes a sense of unease and contemplation."
Designer: Rafael A.
Designer: Lynn A.
What You Meant to Me
Designed by Lynn A.
Available to hire"The story begins and ends in a chapel at a cemetery. The author and I envisioned a winter scene with a chapel on a hill, trees, and Crocus flowers, symbolizing resilience for the main character, Shannon, after her friend's death. I also wanted to convey the struggling with God portion of the story, while not making the cover look super religious. The pop of color in the flowers adds life, drawing attention and making the cover stand out, even as a thumbnail."
Designer: Devin W.
How To Surive A Throat Punch
Designed by Devin W.
Available to hire"This is a serious yet hopeful memoir. The author provided a lot of incredible photos to incorporate into the design. I chose the ones the evoked the ideas of intensity but also hope for the cover. I used a film strip collage illustration style mixed with paper textures and a handwritten font to give the cover that personal memoir feel."
Designer: Christian R.
Beyond Pain
Designed by Christian R.
Available to hire"Beyond Pain is about learning to thrive through chronic pain. I conveyed this with a narrow, difficult, yet hopeful path. While many books in this genre use soft lighting and photography, they often lack strong colors. I aimed to create something that stands out on Amazon or a bookshelf but still meets readers' visual expectations. The cover succeeds not only in concept but also through its colors and the way the lighting draws you in."
Designer: Nada B.
Daughters of Men
Designed by Nada B.
Available to hire"This book blends contemporary women’s fiction, literary, speculative fiction, with science fiction and paranormal elements. The author wanted an intriguing, modern, and fresh approach. I chose a quirky mix of photographic and illustrated images to highlight the surreal elements while grounding the story in a relatable world. I took an abstract approach, combining characters, places, and surreal elements to create an atmosphere that invites readers into the story's unique mood."
Designer: Vanessa M.
The Anxiety Lie
Designed by Vanessa M.
Available to hire"The cover is a visually striking image that reflects the book's message of hope and freedom. The serene landscape, combined with the bold and uplifting typography, creates a sense of peace and tranquillity. The image of a path leading through a field of flowers symbolises the journey of overcoming anxiety and finding freedom."
Designer: Patrick K.
Murder Between the Tides
Designed by Patrick K.
Available to hire"This was one of six murder mystery covers where a strong sense of place is central to the narrative. Each cover features a key landscape element and conveys a feeling of ominousness and foreboding. For this seaside hotel setting, I emphasized isolation by making the building small within the wild landscape. The birds add both perspective and drama, enhancing the eerie atmosphere."
Designer: George S.
The Pain Habit
Designed by George S.
Available to hire"The book presents pain recovery as a step-by-step journey, so the design aims to depict incremental progress in a clear and motivating way. The text and iconography overlay a screened photographic backdrop, evoking digital UI design that modern readers easily identify with. I developed a dashed path weaving through the title typography, symbolizing the upward, albeit non-linear, progression of someone recovering from physical pain."
Designer: Asya B.
Dear God, Have You Lost Faith in Me?
Designed by Asya B.
Available to hire"The cover design centers on the main character, the winter setting, and the location's atmosphere. We aimed to reflect the serene mood through colors and typography. The character's hidden face adds intrigue as she walks forward. The design's originality comes from avoiding expected iconography and visuals. The lights in the trees and surrounding the dark figure draw the reader's focus to the central character, enhancing depth and drama."
Designer: Caroline Teagle J.
Designer: Steve K.
Designer: Danna Mathias S.
Begin Again
Designed by Danna Mathias S.
Available to hire"For this cover, we started with the mountain range the author requested and expanded from there. The stormy sky and rainbow symbolize a new beginning emerging from a rocky past, with a gritty overlay to reflect the struggle in finding balance. We used clean, tracked-out sans serif text, popular at the time, contrasting with the texture of the sky to create a unique feel. I love integrating texture from the image into the text to unify the design."
Designer: Rafael A.
Designer: Daniel Benneworth-Gray
Designer: Annemieke B.
Designer: Dan V.
Designer: Caroline Teagle J.
Designer: Hampton L.
Designer: Erik Peterson
Designer: Caroline Teagle J.
Designer: Vanessa M.
Damaged Joy: Fixing Digital Experience
Designed by Vanessa M.
Available to hire"I wanted the cover to visually capture the book's critique of how the digital industry often prioritizes tech over customer experience. The broken lollipop represents the frustration customers feel, while the bright colours and bold typography give it a professional and modern look. "
Designer: Hampton L.
Designer: Hampton L.
Designer: Micaela Alcaino
Designer: Mark T.
Daughter, Disappeared
Designed by Mark T.
Available to hire"The book is a sometimes-harrowing account of a mother’s search for her lost daughter in Tunisia. Within the book is a pivotal scene of an accident at sea. The cover illustrates that: a person clawing desperately upwards toward a small fishing boat, as they sink lower in the Mediterranean sea. This helps set’s a tone for the book: threat, search, survival."
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