Who I am…
I view design the same way you view writing. It is both a passion and a profession. My goal is to help your book stand out through thoughtful design, creativity, and technical expertise.
Your story is uniquely yours, just as every design I create is uniquely mine. I believe in authenticity, drawing inspiration from the world around us to craft something distinctive and meaningful. Your book has its own voice, and it deserves a cover that reflects it. Just as importantly, your readers deserve an interior that feels effortless to read, allowing them to become immersed in your story without distraction.
What I do…
Cover Design
Key things to remember: A well-designed cover captures attention, builds a connection with your audience, and leaves a lasting impression that encourages readers to turn the first page.
Interior Design
Get your book out into the world. Professional marketing materials help your book stand out and strengthen your author brand. Thoughtfully designed promotional assets capture attention, build recognition, and connect your book with the right readers.
Get your book out into the world. Professional marketing materials help your book stand out and strengthen your author brand. Thoughtfully designed promotional assets capture attention, build recognition, and connect your book with the right readers.
Marketing
Imprint Branding
Take your manuscript from pages to an enjoyable reading experience. Thoughtful typography, spacing, and page layout work together to create a book that feels effortless to read while showcasing the professionalism and quality of your work.
My Design Process…
A clear, guided path from our first conversation to launch day — twelve steps, organized into three phases, so you always know what's next.
Getting Started
Design & Development
Ready to Publish
01
Discovery Call
Before we begin, I want to understand your book, your goals, and what you need from me. We'll discuss your project, audience, publishing plans, and creative vision so I can recommend the best path forward.
02
Proposal & Contract
Following our call, you'll receive a tailored proposal outlining the project scope, timeline, deliverables, and cost. Once approved, your signed contract and deposit officially reserve your place in my schedule.
03
Creative Briefs & Materials
Now we dig deeper. You'll provide your manuscript or synopsis, project details, references, and any materials I'll need to understand your book and establish a clear creative direction.
04
Research & Creative Direction
Before designing, I research your genre, comparable titles, market conventions, typography, imagery, and visual trends, along with any setting, symbolism, or subject matter relevant to your book.
05
Concept Development
Using everything gathered during discovery and research, I develop the cover concepts or interior samples included in your chosen package. Each direction is thoughtfully created around your book, audience, and market.
06
Revisions & Refinements
You'll select your preferred direction and provide feedback. Together, we'll refine the design through the revisions included in your package until everything feels polished and ready to move forward.
07
Cover Finalization
Once the front cover is approved, I'll prepare the additional formats included in your project, such as the paperback wrap, hardcover, dust jacket, or eBook cover.
08
Interior Design
If interior design is included, I'll establish the typography, page structure, chapter styling, and other design elements before carefully applying the approved direction throughout your manuscript.
09
Interior Proofing & Corrections
You'll receive a complete interior proof to review. Corrections are made and the layout is carefully checked for consistency, typography, page numbering, running heads, spacing, and other design details.
10
Final Approval & Production
Once revisions are complete, you'll receive your final proofs for approval. After sign-off, I prepare each design according to the specifications of your chosen printer or publishing platform.
11
Final File Delivery
Your professionally prepared final files are delivered ready for their intended use, whether that means uploading to your publishing platform, sending them to a printer, or preparing for launch.
12
Launch Support
Need a little more? Your book's visual identity can continue beyond the page with book mockups, social media graphics, promotional materials, and other launch assets.
Not sure where your book fits in? Tell us your goals and timeline, and we’ll recommend the best option for you.
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