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Hi! I'm new here and was thrilled to find this group. I'm on the hunt for quality ebook cover designers/illustrators. I've done a little research but haven't found much yet. Any suggestions?

Thanks!
Amy

What exactly are you looking for? There are many different styles of covers, each requiring different skills. It depends to a large degree on the genre and topic of your books.

Let me know more and I might be able to help.

Thank you for responding! My book is a mystery aimed at women around the ages of 25-35. I'd prefer illustrations over photographs. I think I'd like the illustrations to be abstract.

Let me know if you need more detail! Thanks again!

Amy

Okay, in that case you'll need an illustrator. I would have been able to help with a general graphic designer but not an illustrator, necessarily.

Have you tried sites like eLance.com to find an artist?

Thanks for that suggestion! I hadn't thought of eLance. I'll definitely look there. :) Thanks!

Hi Amy,

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to promote my self here. Apologies if it is inappropriate but this is something I could perhaps help you with. I am an illustrator/designer with almost 20 years experience.Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
http://www.byronpetch.co.uk

Hello,
I am a professionally trained graphic designer/illustrator as well, and do lots of eBook covers for online products. Feel free to see my samples and video introduction at http://www.designs4ebooks.com.

Add me to the list, too, please. I'm a graphic designer/illustrator-book cover designer. Print, ebook, banner ads, etc. Lots of happy customers! Tons of samples for you to see:
http://www.bookcoversandvideos.webs.com

Amy,

Did you ever find an illustrator for your book cover? I see a couple of illustrators self-promo'd themselves to you here and I'm NOT an illustrator but I'd like to suggest a couple I know of in the Indie Book community. If you want "cartoon" style illustrations, Rachel of the hugely-popular and highly-trafficked Book Blog, Parajunkee, does web site design and graphics theming for all your social media needs. She also does book covers but doesn't advertise that much because it's way more time-consuming and not her first love. She still has a 3-month waiting list ;-) Most of her illustrations would be appropriate for a RomCom or snappy/sassy kind of a book but she CAN do other things.

She has two totally separate sites for her two separate activities but it's really a single domain name with two different endings (.com for the book blogging business, .net for her design business)

Rachel's Book Review Blog

Rachel's Design Blog / Book Covers

I don't know if she could do a serious design for something like a Coffee Table Photography Book, which is what your very brief description sounds like, but she's pretty good at cartooning in totally different moods for different people. Her personal favorite is paranormal genre; that's not all she can do.

I'm an e-book cover designer and am always interested in working with new authors. You can see my work at TBTWorks.net
Best
TBT

Nowadays there are numerous options for ebook covers! If you don't want to do it yourself (and boy are there many software packages for that purpose on the internet!), there are several affordable options. I had my covers done with Melody Simmons. She has ready-made covers and will do a custom design too.
- www.ebookindiecovers.com
(By the way, my ebooks will only be out around August, so don't start searching for them yet!)

Hi everyone. I just want to put my name out there. I am an illustrator and would love to work on book covers or illustrations for books. I have also taken some classes in typography and graphic design. Here's my online portfolio:
lisabosco.daportfolio.com

I'd recommend checking out www.ebookgraphicdesign.com a very professional book cover designer who has a lot of experience with some great authors like Wayne Dyer and Louise Hay.

Hi Guys! I'm an experienced Graphic Illustrator who, among other design work, creates custom ebook / book covers for self-published authors. I’ve worked with many authors across the various platforms so I’m pretty clued up about publishing in general. My rates are extremely reasonable and I pride myself of the service I provide. I have hundreds of happy customers and great testimonials to reassure you. If you’re interested in some cover artwork for your book, or indeed any other project you may have, please consider me! Thanks for reading! http://kindlebookcovers.weebly.com/

I'm an author with 7 covers I've had done by various designers. The latest is my favorite and I'm going to stick with her. She is an absolute wiz and will go far to achieve your vision. Her name is Karen Ronan and her website is http://www.coversbykaren.com. Prices extremely reasonable.

Here's another link that may be of interest if you are looking for an ebook cover, or even a simple website to promote your book. http://www.bookwebs.co.uk/ebook-cover...

Amy wrote: "Hi! I'm new here and was thrilled to find this group. I'm on the hunt for quality ebook cover designers/illustrators. I've done a little research but haven't found much yet. Any suggestions?

Thank..."

Try Joel Friedlander. You can google him. He has a design company. He also offers a free download of his excellent guide "10 Things You Need to Know About Self-publishing". This guide also gives you links to other very informative websites. Without this guide, I would still be 100% ignorant about the business. -- I chose to hire a digital marketing specialist ($999.--up) For the flat rate of $999.-- 5 book cover designs are included. If I should not like any of these, I will hire Joel Friedlander. I think he is excellent in whatever he is doing and getting all this info from him, I think I owe him.

Lot's of other illustrators/designers appear to be contributing to this discussion, so I may as well throw my hat into the ring too!
I am an Illustrator/Designer/Tutor with many years experience. I have just finished my first ebook cover and am looking to expand on that further. Within my design I tend to use 'graphic illustration' as opposed to stock photo's.
Examples of my work can be found on;
www.richardwendtdesign.co.uk
and
www.facebook.com/DesignandIllustration
Many thanks, Richard

I d recommend visit this page and site, you can get a quality cover image in just $5. And the covers are very professional...

http://fiverr.com/spiceblast/design-a...

I've blogged about creating my own cover if you are interested. Illustartions are available to purchase on some websites not just photos. Might be of some help!

http://trialsofaself-publishedauthor....

I do my own illustration using ProCreate on iPad. The program allows you to use multiple layers, so you can import a photograph or several photos on the bottom layer(s), erase what you don't want, and build on top using simple tools and spectacular colors. If you want to change something, you only need to change one layer, not the whole piece. The one thing I can't do is the graphics, so I outsource for that. It's much cheaper than the whole works.

Hi, my name is Yvonne and I am a self-taught digital artist for many years. I love to create science fiction and fantasy art. I offer my images as stock on different pages, like Shutterstock or Fotolia. I also create ebook covers for self publisher by using my own images. So there is no need for buying any stock image from your site. The best way is to visit my home page to get more information and/or send me a mail via my website at:
http://www.diversepixel.com

I also have an e-book cover design business. You can view my portfolio at http://www.yourebookcover.com I haven't done a lot of fantasy and sci-fi - but I enjoy most genres.

My email address is r.toews@shaw.ca

Check this out!: http://www.ebookcoversdesigner.com/

Amy,
To begin with, I am the second highest rated designer in the country over 20,000 Designers, Developers & Marketing Professionals Listed. If you would like to discuss your project I offer a free initial phone consultation. My design firm, DocUmeant Designs web presence and portfolio is at http://www.DocUmeantDesigns.com and my latest cover image, which is getting rave reviews, can be seen at http://www.CLEWbook.com. You will also see my cinematography (book trailer) artist's work there too.

As a publisher/designer I know what it takes to design an effective cover and have a team who can assist you with your book trailer and marketing as well.

Let me know when you are ready to begin.
ginger.marks@documeantdesigns.com.

To your publishing success,
Ginger

I'm a bestselling indie author, and I can't emphasise enough, the importance of a good cover.

I started out using the $5 type do it yourself templates, and had limited success. Then I hired www.idobookcovers.com. Simon listened to my brief, understood the market and designed me an amazing cover for my series. The best thing was, he totally understood ebooks - how to make a cover look great even on a teeny Amazon thumbnail.

Overnight - literally overnight - my sales went through the roof. After I uploaded my professional cover, my US sales went from 1000 a month to 30,000 a month. My UK sales, which had been non existent, (200 or so) went to 3000 a month, and have carried on growing.

My cover cost me $500 and it was cheap at the price. My advice to other authors, is once you've spent the time on your content, don't fall at the last hurdle and skimp on the cover. It is the first thing readers see, and they do judge you by it!

J.S. wrote: "I'm a bestselling indie author, and I can't emphasise enough, the importance of a good cover. I started out using the $5 type do it yourself templates, and had limited success."

JS, Praise the Lord! Somebody finally got it! This is my forte as a publisher and designer. My covers have been featured on the Today Show, NBC, etc. My latest cover is here: http://www.CLEWbook.com and I am working with Good Reads to bring all the titles in my house to you our fans.

Hi,
For anyone looking for a high quality cover, we offer pre-made ebook covers in most genres and add to our stock most days. If you are looking for a professionally designed cover please take a look at www.thecovercollection.com. We do as many revisions as you wish until you're 100% happy.

If anyone would like further details or just a chat about what we can do for you, please do get in touch.
Thanks
Debbie

Hi

We currently have a competition on 99designs for the book cover of the autobiography of the first drummer of The Clash.

The link is: https://99designs.com/book-cover-desi...

It should gain alot of press and we are looking for designers to enter the competition.

Thx

Chris

Matt wrote: "Hi Amy,

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to promote my self here. Apologies if it is inappropriate but this is something I could perhaps help you with. I am an illustrator/designer with almost 20 years..."

I'm not a moderator, but since this is for authors looking for people like you, don't hesitate to toot your horn!

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I also create printed book covers...



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Cheers
Yvonne

I have several different styles of pre-made books at my Etsy shop. If you dont see something that fits I am always posting new covers or you can get a custom one made.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignsByHDa...

Looking for an affordable custom or pre-made cover?
Need a banner or facebook timeline cover? I can create one for you.

Check out my site and portfolio here.

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Sample of pre-made cover available






Sample of custom cover available

Hi,
Bookfly Design offers custom cover design for print and e-books.
Our designer has made hundreds of covers for audiobooks (which has involved working with major publishers and authors) and is now offering professional, quality cover design to self-publishers.
Our prices include stock photography with extensive manipulation and customized typography in Photoshop and InDesign to create a unique cover tailored for your book.
A couple of James' cover designs are below, and you can see more design examples and learn more about our services at www.bookflydesign.com.

All my pre-made book covers are now available through http://selfpubbookcovers.com/diversep... If you are looking for unique designs come and have a look.

My name is John Amy. I also produce custom-made covers for both ebooks and print books. I also do formatting for epub and Kindle, print and pdf. I have been working successfully as a graphic designer in top London studios for 20 years and now work freelance (so prices are much cheaper) Check out some of my designs at: http://ebookdesigner.co.uk/ebook-cove...

So many to choose from, how do you pick? Not sure that I would boast that I am the best, as that is completely subjective. I have done over 200 covers as well as published a DIY cover design help book. Get all of my tips and secrets to a Great ebook cover in "Judge a Book by its Cover, Designing a Great eBook Cover" at http://amzn.to/1fJ6s5e Check my portfolio at http://MotherSpider.com

CoversbyKaren did an excellent job for my first e-book. In fact I was moved to wax poetic:

If you want to snag the e-book lover
It helps to have a rocking cover
For great value and quality too
CoversbyKaren’s the one for you!

Jeff BLackwell - Author of MBA Moron$ Ba$tard$ and A$$hole$

I will create an awesome eBook cover design for $5.00! Look no further, if you great want style, and an eye-catching cover design, that will draw readers to your body of work. See my eBook covers here: http://fiverr.com/msjag416/create-an-...

I will create stylish and professional 3D and flat ebook covers, starting from $5. Over 20 different styles available. You can check my website and cover portfolio at http://www.e-bookcoverdesign.com

I've completed 40+ covers for very satisfied clients. Completely custom, entirely professional covers for $99.

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Hi all!

I think I maybe the cheapest and one of the most creative eBook cover designers around. Quite honestly making a great looking ebook cover is not that complex. I'd love to work with all authors who want to self publish, and give them a cover they can be proud to have on Amazon, Kindle, and everywhere else. Check out some my work on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuaH0...

Spending large sums on a eBook cover design will be one less thing you will have to worry about.

Thanks!
MsJAG

Hi!

I specialize in realistic genre illustration and book cover design. Please contact me if you're interested in an original illustration and design for your book cover!

My website: maxiquy.com
Email: maxi.quy@gmail.com

Dear talented authors,

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And if you're looking for pre-made covers, then these could be just what you're looking for:

$35 US dollars



$49 US dollars



So if you are interested by any of these covers or you wish to commission me, contact me by PM or by e-mail: melissa_richet@yahoo.fr

You can also visit my new site and leave me a comment there: http://www.thebookcoverrealm.weebly.com/

My Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Bo...

I'd suggest you look at LOTS of websites. Google "e-book covers" and you'll have plenty from which to choose. Look at all the designs you can. Usually, an artist has a certain "style" like the individual whose comment is directly above mine. I can look at ten sites and know which ones I don't like or which ones won't suit the book I'm working on. So peruse the sites for a long time first and then try to find a few whose book covers speak to you or make an impression on you. A book cover is like art....so it's completely acceptable to be choosy and to have a say in what you think would best reflect the book's plot but also create a sense of curiosity to the potential reader.

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Hello all,

Total Web Studio offers custom ebook cover design and formatting services.

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Thanks, Katie

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What I do:

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