Zuza Miśko

Zuza Miśko – Designer

Artist, illustrator and book designer with 20+ years’ experience, working on memoirs, personal narratives, and reflective nonfiction.

Overview

I am an illustrator and graphic designer with a background in animated film and advertising. Over the past 15 years, my work has developed at the intersection of illustration, print, and visual storytelling, shaped by collaborations with authors, publishers, and cultural institutions.

My practice combines traditional techniques — including handmade linocut prints and drawing — with contemporary digital tools. I am particularly drawn to projects that explore personal narratives, reflection, and the materiality of books as objects.

Alongside commissioned projects, I maintain an independent fine art practice. My linocut prints are held in private collections worldwide and have been presented through galleries, informing the attention to detail, restraint, and originality present throughout my work.

Curiosity and care guide my approach: each project is treated as a distinct creative process rather than a predefined solution.

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

Work experience

freelance

Aug, 2023 — Present
Illustrator and book designer with 20+ years’ experience in visual communication, working on memoirs, personal narratives, and reflective nonfiction.

Simple Things Magazine

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

Portfolio

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Ocean Child: A Novel

Flatow, M. E.

Twin Summit Publishing, LLC

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The Napper: A Novel

Luu, Linh

Eponymous Books

Cover Design Illustration
Cover Design Typography Book Interior Design
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Rzeki płyną jak chcą

Grabowska, Ałbena

Cover Design Illustration
Odlecieć jak najdalej

Ałbena Grabowska

Dom Wydawniczy Rebis

Cover Design Illustration
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

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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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Linh L.

Linh L.

Aug, 2024

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Zuza is such an amazing illustrator and collaborator. I'm thrilled my gut told me to hire her instead of more "mainstream" designers. Wow is what I can only say. She did a terrific job.
Shelagh L.

Shelagh L.

May, 2026

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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Michael B.

Michael B.

May, 2026

Zuza was fantastic to work with. I could not have asked for any more!

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