Do you like the cover and interior book design for Storm of Divine Light? I have to give credit where the true credit is due, namely, Creative Publishing Book Design. Before my first contact with Creative Publishing Book Design, I have to admit to having reservations. Too often I’ve read warnings from others about the vultures out there looking to scam a quick buck from unsuspecting Indie Authors.
After my first phone call, I was very impressed. They were quick and patient with me, but they also worked with me. I cannot overstate the importance of working with me. Instead of making me choose from some prefabricated generic covers, they looked at my initial sketches and built everything from that starting point. They even requested three chapters to develop a design that reflected the mood of the book.
Communication is a key factor
There were many emails, phone calls, and text messages. I must say, their answers were quick and accurate as were their attention to details and small adjustments. For example, I did not like the eyes of the figure on the cover. I thought, because the MC is a rogue, there should be an air of mystery about him. Within hours, the team at Creative Publishing Book Design made the adjustment.
The Results Were Worth the Money
I have some print editions from Indie Authors, and unfortunately, some of those books look like they belong in the “minor leagues”. The cover combined with the stunning interior make Storm of Divine Light (use the ‘Look Inside’ feature on Amazon) into a professional looking book, as if it was plucked from the shelf of a major book dealer.
I will contract them again for the next novel in my fantasy series, M & M: The Tales of Tyrennia: Book II. Why? Because I was treated like a valued client.
Have you ever contracted for covers and design? Got a horror story or an endorsement to share?
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Love the cover!
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Use the link to Amazon and engage the ‘Look Inside’ feature. The interior is gorgeous.
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I like the chapter headers… a nice touch.
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Came as a surprise to me too. I think that’s why they wanted to read the first 3-5 chapters; gathering a feel for the mood in order to create proper graphics.
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It does help to get the styling right.
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Good to hear about your positive experience Ernesto. We so often hear complaints and dissatisfaction.
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Yes, that’s why I felt somewhat compelled to say something.
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I love the cover. It would definitely attract me to it. So pleased you are satisfied with the designer.
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Thanks V.M.
Good to see you again.
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Good to be back. I hadn’t heard from you in a while, then discovered 166 non spam posts had gone into spam. None of these posts were spam, and many, like yours, just regular blog posts from people I follow.
Then, I tried to post a comment on another blog and it refused to post it, saying it was spam. There was nothing spammy about it.
What’s got into these spam bots?
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You knew this was coming.
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Of course! A great sketch. They don’t make ’em like that any more.
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Cover is Amazing very creative! The Author is destined for Greatness…
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Hi Marie,
Destined for greatness.
According to sales….destined for obscurity 🙂
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what a compelling design!!! Ernesto San G. you are quite the writer very imprssive love love !
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ΧαίρετεYotta,
Ευχαριστώ!
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