How to Design a Book Cover (Without Wasting Rounds)

The best covers begin before the canvas opens. If you’re wondering how to design a book cover that actually converts, start with the promise and work backward from the smallest place it must live: the thumbnail. Start with a one-line promise Name the change the reader gets. That single sentence is the north star for … Read more

Ten‑Minute Book Cover Audit: Fast Fixes That Move the Needle

You don’t need a full redesign. You need ten focused minutes. This book cover audit catches the biggest wins that make readers stop scrolling – without blowing up your schedule or your budget. Table of Contents Step 1: The 120px Test (Pass/Fail in 30 seconds) Shrink your cover to ~120px wide (mobile grid). Can you … Read more