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300+ of the most sought-after typographers in publishing are on Reedsy. Come meet them.

Meet the best typographers in the industry

Like famed typographer Erik Spiekermann said, “Design works not because people understand or even appreciate it, but because it works subliminally.” Whether it’s the exterior or interior of your book, a professional typographer can help perfect the most subtle element of all: typography.  

On Reedsy, meet typographers who regularly work with bestselling and debut authors alike. Having worked for Big 5 publishers, they know how to harmonize all aspects of type and understand reader expectations for genre-appropriate font. 

Daniel P.

Available to hire

I love books, and I want to help with yours! After 15+ years and 100s of projects, I know what it takes to make your book look its best!

Jamie W.

Available to hire

Illustrator and creative map maker with 15+ yrs experience. Work published in 90+ books, including for many bestselling books and authors

Emily S.

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With a decade working in publishing and a lifetime of writing stories, who better to bring your book to life than a writer/bookmaker?

Carl M.

Available to hire

Experienced creative professional with a diverse journey in the art world. From painterly color to B/W, let's bring your project to life!

Matthew R.

Available to hire

A graphic designer with a passion for book design. Over 600 cover credits with clients including Jeff VanderMeer. Let me dress your book!

How to choose a typographer

On Reedsy, you'll find typographers who have worked with the likes of Anne Rice, George R.R. Martin, and Louise Penny. We handpick our designers for their industry experience: to guarantee the quality of your collaboration, only the top 3% of applicants are accepted. 

What is a typographer?

A typographer is a design professional specializing in selecting, arranging, and customizing type. From choosing typefaces to determining font size and spacing, they ensure that all typographical elements in a piece of work complement one another.

When it comes to books, professional typographers tend to focus on the text that appears on the cover and in the chapter headings.

  • For the book's exterior: They'll make sure your title text is eye-catching, genre-appropriate, and marketable. 
  • For the book’s interior: They’ll reconcile everything that relates to typefaces (e.g., “Times New Roman”) and fonts (e.g., “12 point italicized Times New Roman”), from chapter titles to drop caps and page numbers.
  • Advanced typographers can also tweak or blend typefaces to create a unique aesthetic or even invent a brand-new typeface just for you. 

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Get to know our designers

To get started on your search, meet some of our top-rated designers.

Rafal K.

Warszawa, Poland

Book cover designer, artist - AFA graduate. For me, covers are more than just product packaging, it's a form of art, a pocket-sized poster.

Specializes in:
Humanities & Social Sciences
Historical Fiction
Magical Realism
Science Fiction
Contemporary Fiction

Xavier C.

Barcelona, Spain

Award-winning creative director and designer with 35-year experience working for publishers and independent authors worldwide.

Specializes in:
Horror
Fiction
Epic Fantasy
Young Adult
Inspirational

Rafael A.

Mesa, AZ, USA

I am a professional designer, art director, and illustrator who loves books—working with publishers in Europe, USA, Asia, and indie authors.

Specializes in:
Literary Fiction
Fiction
Young Adult
Young Adult Fantasy
Post-Apocalyptic

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