Samantha Sanderson-Marshall

Samantha Sanderson-Marshall – Designer

Book cover artist specialising in illustration and fine art photo collage. All covers come with cover reveal graphics. No AI πŸ™…πŸ»β€β™€οΈ

Overview

Hello!


My name is Samantha and I am an artist and designer who specialises in book cover artwork and design for TV and film. I’m from Merseyside in the UK. I spend my days drinking ridiculous amounts of black coffee, and listening to 90s hip-hop while I draw or design on my Mac. Apparently singing along badly (so I’m told).


I have a varied portfolio of published book cover designs. I’m currently working with two of the big 5 but my passion is helping writers like you, get the cover and experience they deserve when self-publishing. Not only can I create stunning book covers, but also everything you need to launch and market your book. From book trailers and cover reveal graphics for Book-Tok and Book-stagram, to Amazon store banners and reader magnets, I got you!


I can create you an illustrated cover, or fine art photo collage blended with customised typography so your book is dressed in a piece of art that will attract your readers. Making your story front and center by reading your manuscript so I can translate it into a visual that will deliver the best first impression to your readers, on screen or in print.


I recently left my full-time job as a designer for a TV production company, creating graphic props, developing key art and title logos for new shows and films that head off to Netflix, Apple TV, the BBC etc. These mainly consisted of book-to-screen adaptations but I now focus my time on book covers and freelancing on TV & Film work. This means I am highly adaptable to working across many genres. From romantasy to dark mafia romance and new adult suspense to LGBTQ+ contemporary fiction, I love working with writers and stories that are diverse and inclusive.


I do not use AI in any part of my process, development or final artwork. All illustration is my own work and I commercially license any photography from a reputable stock library. The fonts I use in my work are also licensed for commercial use. Your cover will be unique, bespoke and stand out amongst a sea of designs that blend together in your genre.


Services
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Dark Romance LGBTQ Fiction Poetry Romantic Fantasy Women's Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English
Works with
Wix
Certifications
  • BA (hons) Graphic Design 1st
  • HND Graphic Design Distinction

Work experience

Left Bank Pictures

Aug, 2024 β€” Sep, 2024 (about 1 month)

Fixed term four week contract working as a graphic artist in the art department on an 8 episode drama based in Liverpool for the BBC. Creating graphics for props on the show.

Hollyoaks, Lime Pictures

Aug, 2022 β€” Oct, 2023 (about 1 year)

Working with new show development to create key art, title logos and pitch documents for new TV shows and films. Prop design and post production assets for continuous drama TV show Hollyoaks.

Self-employed

Sep, 2013 β€” Present

Freelance International Book Cover Artist & Designer. Working with authors, writers, poets and publishers to create the perfect cover design for books and stationery.

Portfolio

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Meet Me in Berlin: A contemporary sapphic romance

Valentine, Samantha L.

Sapphic Stories Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Cover Design Illustration Typography
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Normal Functioning Adult: second edition

Valentine, Samantha L.

Sapphic Stories Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
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Better Left Unsaid (BSU Book 1)

Berry, Princess

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Cover Design Illustration Typography
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In the Interest of Letting Go: A Memoir in Poetry

Cabral, D.M.

Dear Frank Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
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The Architecture of Soulmates

Bracuti, Christie

Christie Bracuti Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
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Bread Pudding in Barcelona (Blooming Book 1)

Villanueva, Cindy

Cover Design Illustration Typography
deluded: a guide to situationships

dorta, isabella

isabella dorta

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Stone Tongued

Forrester, Carol J

Forrester Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography

Samantha has 23 reviews

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Cindy V.

Cindy V.

Apr, 2024

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For a writer, you'd think words would come easily to me. But where do I start when talking about Samantha? Amazingly talented, delightful, charming, smart, responsive...the list goes on. I interviewed several designers before selecting Sam and I know I made the right choice. She isn't just a brilliant designer, she's a savvy reader. She really GOT my characters, and the cover design showed that...
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Samantha S.
Oh Cindy thank you so much for your beautiful words and choosing me as your cover artist. It’s been a total pleasure to create a cover worthy of not only your beautiful book but also you as a perso...
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Natasha A.

Natasha A.

Dec, 2023

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I could literally write a whole book simply describing how amazing Samantha is!! I was so nervous when looking for someone to create my book cover and I now know I was so unbelievably lucky to have found her! All across the board she was perfect! Open and regular communication, she managed to understand and decipher all of my endless ramblings and ideas and suggestions. And when she revealed wh...
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Samantha S.
This is so beautiful to read. I am honestly so honoured to have worked with you Natasha. You are an amazing writer and person! I really look forward to working with you again. Thank you for trustin...
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Christie B.

Christie B.

Nov, 2023

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Samantha was amazing to work with, and I would 1000000% work with her again (in fact, I can't wait!). Out of all the cover designers I contacted, she was the only one who insisted on reading my novel before working on it. As soon as she said this, I knew she cared deeply about her work and the authors she supports. By reading my novel, she was able to extract the most in-depth details from my n...
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Samantha S.
Ah Christie you never fail to bring a tear to my eyes with your beautiful writing and this review is not an exception! I am truly honoured to have had your trust and the opportunity to create a cov...
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Joe J.

Joe J.

Dec, 2024

Very professional and talented. Will use again.
Natasha A.

Natasha A.

Sep, 2024

Once again, Samantha did an amazing job! There really isnt anything she cant do! I think she's going to get annoyed with the fact that i'm always going to be hiring her for everything in the future!

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