Zuza Miśko

Zuza Miśko – Designer

Artist, illustrator and book designer with 20+ years’ experience, working across memoir, reflective nonfiction, and contemporary fiction.

Overview

I am a book designer, illustrator, and graphic designer with more than 20 years of experience spanning publishing, branding, printmaking, and visual storytelling. My work brings together typography, illustration, and thoughtful design to create books that are both engaging to read and memorable to hold.

I specialise in memoir, literary fiction, poetry, reflective nonfiction, and art-related publishing. Whether designing a text-focused interior, an illustrated edition, or a complete visual identity for a book, I work closely with authors to shape a design that reflects the voice and character of the work.

Alongside commissioned projects, I maintain an independent fine art practice rooted in drawing and linocut printmaking. This background informs my approach to book design, bringing a strong sense of craftsmanship, originality, and attention to detail.

I am particularly drawn to projects that value ideas, narrative, and the reader's experience, treating each book as a unique creative collaboration.

My services focus on book design, cover design, illustration, and print-ready interiors. I work from fully edited manuscripts and specialise in projects where design plays an active role in shaping the reader's experience.

My work is created without AI-generated imagery, and I do not take on projects that include AI-generated images or illustrations as part of their visual content.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Health & Wellbeing Inspirational Psychology Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Literary Fiction Poetry
Languages
English

Work experience

freelance

Aug, 2023 — Present
Book designer, illustrator, and graphic designer with 20+ years of experience spanning publishing, branding, printmaking, and visual storytelling. Working with authors and publishers to create thoughtful books where typography, imagery, and design work together to support the narrative and enrich the reader's experience.

Simple Things Magazine

Nov, 2018 — Present
I create illustrations for the monthly column on animals, "Magical Creatures" in Simple Things Magazine (UK)

Portfolio

Made with Reedsy
Ocean Child: A Novel

Flatow, M. E.

Twin Summit Publishing, LLC

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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The Napper: A Novel

Luu, Linh

Eponymous Books

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Typography Book Interior Design
Sekretne zycie zwierzat

Andrzej G. Kruszewicz

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
Cover Design Illustration
Najważniejsze to przeżyć

Ałbena Grabowska

Dom Wydawniczy Rebis

Cover Design Illustration

Zuza has 26 reviews

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Shelagh L.

Shelagh L.

May, 2026

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I hired Zuza for the cover design, interior design, and illustrations for my book Moon Pause, and she exceeded every expectation. From the start, she took the time to truly understand the project, bringing her own valuable insights to the creative process rather than simply executing instructions...
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Sarah W.

Sarah W.

May, 2026

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Zuza was so great to work with! She took my vague ideas and turned them into a number of choices, then helped me hone them down to a fabulous cover that I absolutely adore. She was flexible when my timeline changed, and always had an encouraging attitude. Most highly recommended!
Mathew F.

Mathew F.

Aug, 2025

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Zuza is a tremendous illustrator and a true creative partner. She listens closely, asks thoughtful questions, and works with you to ensure every detail aligns with your vision. She approached my project with patience and professionalism, willing to revisit and refine ideas until they are exactly ...
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Zuza M.
Thank you, Matthew, for your generous review. I truly enjoyed your book and the creative process we shared. I appreciated your openness, clear feedback, and the thoughtful research and inspirations...
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Gina V.

Gina V.

Oct, 2026

Zuza was an absolute pleasure to work with. She brought not only exceptional technical skill to the book’s layout and typesetting, but also a genuinely artistic sensibility that elevated the entire project. Her original cover design was a particular highlight. It felt thoughtful, distinctive and...
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Zuza M.
Thank you, Gina! It’s been a pleasure collaborating with you, getting to know the AJFN story, and being part of bringing the book to life. I wish you and Margo many wonderful moments with the book!
Sally W.

Sally W.

Sep, 2026

Zuza understood my vision for my book design and book cover. Her work was professional and she was lovely to work with.
Zuza M.
Thank you, Sally, for this wonderful project. It has been a beautiful journey, and I’m very happy to have been part of it. I wish you many wonderful readers!

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