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Oct 17, 2013 · There’s intense debate over what’s cheesy and what’s not in urban fantasy, and we all make fun of awkward poses and bad tattoos, but the truth of the matter is, the urban fantasy audience looks for books that are photographic, or at least very tightly rendered illustrations, and they look for the sexy ladies.
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Jan 18, 2024 · In this article, we’ll delve into the pros and cons of using illustrations or photography for your book cover art. Understanding the nuances of these visual elements will help you make informed decisions that align with your book’s themes and target audience.
Dec 12, 2023 · Explore 10 types of book covers: Typographic, Minimalist, Retro, and more to find the ideal design for your book in our detailed guide.
Nov 24, 2021 · “A book cover is a distillation, a haiku, if you will, of the story.” Famed book cover designer Chip Kidd is credit with the quote above, while referencing a series of covers he did for...
Get inspired by some of the best book cover art created by the world's finest freelance book designers. Includes examples from across all genres.
Mar 12, 2020 · Learn ways to use stock images, vectors, fonts, and more in your book cover designs. Using stock photos for book covers lets you mix and merge a huge range of images, from photos to illustrations to textures, allowing you to create a cover design that’s both conceptual and compelling.
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Jan 21, 2022 · Adding photos or illustrations to the cover of a book can help offer some insight into what the book is about and signal to a reader whether or not they'd like it. The designs for the two books below do a great job of communicating genre, tone, and content.