Stephanie Kowalsky

Stephanie Kowalsky – Designer

Publication designer with experience in editorial layout, print production, prepress preparation, and high-volume page management.

Overview

Publication design is simply my thing. As the saying goes, “When you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life,” I live by that motto every time I open up the Adobe Creative Suite. Whether I’m laying out a novel, magazine or educational curriculum workbook, the process feels like second nature – driven by passion, not obligation. That dedication shines through in my designs, which are not only visually compelling but also strategically crafted to tell a clear, engaging story.

I’m a freelance book interior designer who regularly collaborates with Penguin Random House. I began my career in sports publishing, bringing over 20 years of experience designing game-day magazines and yearbooks for college and professional teams across the United States. My work also includes contributions to Savory and Yellow Scene magazines.

As the print design world evolves, I’m excited to grow alongside this beautiful corner of the industry. I’m eager to bring my layout and design expertise to your publication project, and to drive it from concept to standout final execution.

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance
Non-Fiction
Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Parenting & Families Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English

Work experience

Self-employed

Sep, 2014 — Present
I design book interiors, magazines and catalogs for a range of clients and industries, including fiction and nonfiction, sports, K-12 education, lifestyle, and food and beverage.

Portfolio

The Heart of Winter

Evison, Jonathan

Dutton

Book Interior Design
Book Interior Design
Book Interior Design
Book Interior Design
Ginny the Guinea Pig

LaGreca, Rita

RiRi

Cover Design Book Interior Design

Stephanie has 5 reviews

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Rob O.

Rob O.

Jun, 2026

Steph was so easy and professional to work with. Offered great insights as well and ideas. I would work with her again on my next book and suggest anyone looking to self pub to reach out 100% ! Thanks again Steph!!!
Stephanie K.
Thanks so much, Rob! I really appreciate the praise. It was a pleasure working with you also.
Eileen K.

Eileen K.

Jun, 2026

I came to Stephanie with a complicated project (many chapters, two separate voices, endnotes and readers notes) and a tight deadline. And it was my first self published book that I was also editing on my own. Stephanie came up with a great design and helped me through the process with intelligenc...
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Stephanie K.
Thanks, Eileen! You made it very easy to work with you. Looking forward to the ebook down the line.
Sam D.

Sam D.

Jun, 2026

Stephanie was a real professional! She went above and beyond to beat deadlines and was incredibly easy to work with. We will hire her again for future projects. You'd be lucky to have her on your team.
Stephanie K.
Thanks so much, Sam! I look forward to the continued collaboration.
Jack N.

Jack N.

May, 2026

I am deeply grateful that I had the opportunity to work with Stephanie. This was my first book, and it was an intensely personal project. My wife, Carolyn, and I have been married for 63 years. Ours has been a long and beautiful love story, with all the ordinary ups and downs of life together. Te...
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Christine D.

Christine D.

Apr, 2026

Stephanie brings a rare combination of professionalism and genuine care to her work. From the start, she made me feel fully supported and invested in my project. Her insight and attention to detail enhanced my book in meaningful ways. I highly recommend her and will absolutely be working with her...
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Stephanie K.
Thank you, Christine! It has been a pleasure working with you, and I'm already looking forward to the next one!

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