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Book Cover Design Portfolio
Melody Simmons has been designing book covers as a full-time graphic design occupation since 2011. Book covers are her passion and she has designed bestselling covers in practically every genre, both ebook and print cover versions. To view a selection of her book cover designs click here to visit her gallery: Book cover trends change…
Premade eBook Covers
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Paranormal Cozy Mystery Cover Trends 2025
Paranormal Cozy Mystery Cover Trends Following my report on Contemporary Cozy Mystery covers, here’s a look at current trends in the Paranormal genres. These trends span several Amazon categories, including: Witch & Wizard Mysteries Ghost Mysteries Psychic Mysteries Vampire Mysteries Women’s Fantasy Fiction (home to most midlife-themed books, although this category often blends into fantasy…
Cozy Mystery Cover Trends 2025
Current Cover Trends in Contemporary Cozy Mysteries (Non-Paranormal) Seasoned authors know that book sales online depend heavily on readers being able to instantly recognize a book’s genre—often within just a few seconds as they scroll through Amazon or other online retailers. A cover that clearly signals its genre while still standing out as unique to…
Cozy Fantasy Book Cover Designs
Cozy Fantasy is a new and popular fast-growing genre. What exactly is a Cozy Fantasy? It is a feel-good sweet mystery but with a traditional fantasy setting, involving places like castles and taverns, and characters like gargoyles and orcs. Think of Lord of the Rings but without the wars and violence, or the Witcher but…
Women’s Fiction Book Cover Designs
Women’s Fiction Women’s Fiction is a type of story that focuses on a woman’s personal journey, emotions, and growth. It often explores relationships, family, and self-discovery. Amazon categorizes women’s fiction into many subgenres, including Action & Adventure, Christian, Contemporary, Fantasy, Historical, Humor, Lesbian Fiction, Literary, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, New Adult & College, Psychological, Religious,…
Premade Dark & Fantasy Romance Book Covers
Dark and Fantasy Romance books have taken the literary world by storm in recent years. What is Dark Romance? Dark Romance is a subgenre of romance that explores taboo, controversial, and often morally ambiguous themes. These can include power dynamics, non-consensual relationships, and even violence. Despite the dark subject matter, Dark Romance books are known…
The Iconography of Cozy Mystery Book Covers
Cozy mysteries have been a popular genre for many years now, known for their lighthearted and charming plots, relatable characters, and often humorous tone. But have you ever noticed that many cozy mystery book covers share certain common elements? From cats to cakes, cozy mysteries tend to feature a particular set of recurring symbols and…
Premade Thriller, Mystery, Crime Book Covers
It’s no secret that the world of book publishing is highly competitive. Authors must do everything they can to make sure their books stand out from the crowd and attract readers. One of the best ways to grab the attention of potential customers is by creating an eye-catching cover design. For authors who don’t have…
Covering the Clues: A Look at the Different Types of Covers in Women’s Detective Fiction
The Genre: Women’s Detective Fiction Women’s detective fiction, also known as female-centered crime fiction, places women at the forefront of investigative narratives. These stories feature dynamic and complex female characters who navigate the world of crime-solving, often facing personal challenges and overcoming societal stereotypes along the way. Women’s detective fiction can encompass a variety of…
Trends in Bestselling Paranormal Suspense Book Covers
The ebook category of Paranormal Suspense is highly sought-after, as it provides readers with a thrilling escape into an otherworldly realm of enigmatic events and eerie settings. This genre boasts several sub-genres that cater to diverse reader preferences, such as Psychic Suspense, Ghost Suspense, Horror Suspense, Witch & Wizard Thrillers, Occult Supernatural, and Occult Ghosts…
Trends in Urban Fantasy Book Covers
Urban fantasy has been a popular genre for decades, and its cover art has evolved alongside it. From the early days of the genre to the present day, urban fantasy book covers have reflected changing reader tastes and trends. In this article, we’ll examine the different eras of urban fantasy book covers, and explore how…
Premade Historical Western Book Covers
Historical Western Fiction and Historical Western Romance novels have been popular genres for readers for decades. These books transport readers back in time to the Old West, where cowboys, outlaws, and gunfighters roamed the rugged landscapes of America’s frontier. Both genres have a unique appeal, but they differ in their focus and themes. Historical Western…
New Romantic Comedy Premade Book Covers
Are you in need of a stunning and unique cover for your upcoming Romantic Comedy novel? Look no further! I am excited to announce the release of my newest collection of premade book covers specifically designed for the Romantic Comedy genre. One of the most popular styles in Romantic Comedy book covers is the colorful…
eBook Boxed Set Covers
Box sets or bundles are a popular way of breathing new life into an already-published series, or of promoting the first two or three books in a longer series. Giving the reader a discount as opposed to purchasing each individual book, ebook box sets are very popular. To order a box set and have a…
Package Price
Please make sure that your book has been uploaded to KDP paperback before ordering, to get the exact page count, which usually differs greatly from the KDP ebook page count. Examples: Thank you and please also browse my premade cover galleries that contain ready-made unique covers, sold only once, in a variety of genres!…
Banner Design for Authors: Facebook, Twitter, Bookbub
Social media plays a vital role in an author’s marketing campaign, requiring good banner design services. A well-designed banner is essential for author pages or book pages on popular social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, and YouTube. These sites have space for header banners, and some offer paid advertising opportunities that require…