Tom Edwards

Tom Edwards – Designer

I’m a seasoned cover illustrator with more than a decade of experience, collaborating with some of the leading figures in science fiction!

Overview

With more than a decade in the industry, I’ve designed hundreds of covers and teamed up with top sci‑fi names like Scott Bartlett, James Rosone, Ken Lozito, Daniel Arenson, and M.R. Forbes—sharpening my craft and deepening my genre know‑how along the way. Those collaborations have led to iconic, fan‑beloved covers that truly elevate the stories they wrap.

I am passionate about bringing new authors' unique worlds to life. Guiding them through the creative process and seeing their stories take flight is profoundly rewarding.

Working closely with authors helps me understand their vision and translate it into captivating covers that engage readers. This collaborative process enriches my creative journey and forges strong, lasting client relationships.

If you're seeking a book cover artist who combines exceptional quality with a deep passion for sci-fi and fantasy, look no further. Let's collaborate to create a cover that will enchant readers and perfectly encapsulate your story.

I do not use AI in any of my work and never will.

A few testimonials:

G J Ogden - “The cover design process is one of my favorite parts of publishing a new book series, and Tom brought my ideas to life in a way that no other cover artist had done before. I actually rewrote the physical descriptions of two characters in my series to match his art, because it was frankly better than I’d even imagined."

Daniel Arenson - "Tom has created forty covers for me and counting. He's one of the best science fiction and fantasy artists working today. His art doesn't just make great book covers. It's great art period. If you need original science fiction or fantasy art, Tom is your guy."

Scott Bartlett - "I consider Tom Edwards' artwork central to selling my books. An Edwards cover is instantly recognizable by its quality and style, yet Tom’s range is extensive, always giving me exactly what I want: a cover that signals strongly to the readers of my genre, while differentiating my books within that genre. On top of that, Tom’s a professional and a truly nice guy. It’s my privilege to recommend him as a cover artist."

Services
Fiction
Epic Fantasy Military Science Fiction Space Opera

Work experience

Ogden Media Ltd

Jan, 2023 — Mar, 2024 (about 1 year)
Working with G. J. Ogden (Kindle Storyteller Award Winner 2023) on his The Aternien Wars series. G. J. Ogden approached me in late 2022 with the series overview. I then worked with him for over 15 months designing and painting the series. Here's a testimonial he provided after the work was completed: “The cover design process is one of my favorite parts of publishing a new book series, and Tom brought my ideas to life in a way that no other cover artist had done before. I actually rewrote the physical descriptions of two characters in my series to match his art, because it was frankly better than I’d even imagined. I can’t think of a stronger testimonial than that!”

Chris Fox Writes

Apr, 2020 — Jul, 2020 (4 months)
I collaborated with author Chris Fox to create artwork for his Magitech Chronicles RPG, designing various items, illustrations, and vehicles to enrich the game's pages. Additionally, I have worked on the Magitech series with Chris, bringing his universe to life through detailed and immersive cover art.

Not Yet Studios

Jan, 2016 — Feb, 2019 (about 3 years)
I collaborated with author Parker Davis on Priming the Charge, a graphic novel set in the near future. I was responsible for creating the artwork for the novel, including the front cover and concept art. I worked with Parker for over two years, bringing his story to life one panel at a time.

Daniel Arenson

Sep, 2015 — Aug, 2024 (almost 9 years)
I've worked with Daniel Arenson over the length of my professional career. I worked with Daniel on multiple series including his award-winning 'Earthrise' series, and various spin-offs including 'Soldiers of Earthrise'. I've provided an extensive amount of covers for the author's universe. Here's a testimonial from Daniel: "Tom has created forty covers for me and counting. He's one of the best science fiction and fantasy artists working today. His art doesn't just make great book covers. It's great art period. I have several pieces hanging on my wall at home. If you need original science fiction or fantasy art, Tom is your guy."

Portfolio

Forgotten Empire (Space Raiders Book 2)

Lozito, Ken

Acoustical Books LLC

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Earth Alone (Earthrise Book 1)

Arenson, Daniel

Moonclipse

Cover Design Illustration
The Forever Ship (Starship Omega Book 1)

Bartlett, Scott

Mirth Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Into the War (Rise of the Republic Book 3)

Rosone, James

Front Line Publishing Inc.

Cover Design Illustration Typography
First Encounter (Ascension Wars Book 1)

Scott, Jasper T.

Anthem Press

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Starship For Rent

Forbes, M.R.

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Resurgence (First Colony Book 16)

Lozito, Ken

Acoustical Books LLC

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Das Letzte Schlachtschiff (German Edition)

Tree, Joshua

Joshua Tree Ltd.

Cover Design Illustration Typography
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Into the Stars (Rise of the Republic Book 1)

Rosone, James

Front Line Publishing Inc.

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Starship For Sale

Forbes, M.R.

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration Typography
Cover Design Illustration
I, Starship: A Space Opera

Bartlett, Scott

Mirth Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
Crusade (Exile Book 3)

Stewart, Glynn

Faolan's Pen Publishing Inc

Cover Design Illustration Typography
E-Day (E-Day Trilogy Book 1)

Smith, Nicholas Sansbury

Great Wave Ink Publishing

Cover Design Illustration Typography
The End of Liberty (War Eternal Book 2)

Forbes, M.R.

Quirky Algorithms

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Tom has 30 reviews

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Oliver R.

Oliver R.

Feb, 2026

Tom has again proven himself to be a consistent and understanding professional partner that delivers exceptional value and quality. Very happy with the results of the latest project and look forward to further collaborations.
S.J.S. A.

S.J.S. A.

Feb, 2026

It's like a dream come true, seeing the images in my head come to life on the cover of my book. Tom was wonderful, to say the least. He worked incredibly well with me and the suggestions I had, helped formulate an initial design idea and was very responsive in the final stages of adding and remov...
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S.J.S. A.

S.J.S. A.

Feb, 2026

It's like a dream come true, seeing the images in my head come to life on the cover of my book. Tom was wonderful, to say the least. He worked incredibly well with me and the suggestions I had, helped formulate an initial design idea and was very responsive in the final stages of adding and remov...
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Tom E.
Thank you! I'm so pleased you enjoyed the creative process and final covers. I look forward to the next cover!
Jon F. R.

Jon F. R.

Jan, 2026

Tom was very tuned in to my needs on this project and could not have been more accommodating and professional. Not to mention his talent. If you're in the fence about whether or not to collaborate with Tom, do yourself a favor and just try him. Perfect experience and would/will use again.
Tom E.
Thanks, Jon. It was a pleasure to work with you, too. I look forward to many more covers in the future!
Vlad R.

Vlad R.

Dec, 2025

Tom did an amazing job coming up with the cover design for my book from a short description. He proposed several alternatives and quickly iterated based on feedback. He was very responsive throughout the process, delivered on time, and with great quality.

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