The perfect book cover relies on a few principles to be able to grab the attention of a would-be reader, keep these ideas in mind and you'll be on you way to marketing your book.
The first tip is to focus on typography. Choosing the right typeface - be it a serif or sans serif font - will set the tone and convey a strong impression to the reader. Make sure it's a positive one!
Secondly, an image tells a thousands words, so use appropriate imagery for your audience but try not to rely on category cliches. The image helps the reader interpret what the book will be about, enough to intrigue them.
Though e-readers are becoming in vogue, a would-be author still needs a cover to stand out from the crowd. Using DesignCrowd, you can crowdsource many book cover ideas so you can pick the one that will help your book stand out in the online bookstore - or in your corner shop!
Written by Jo Sabin on Thursday, October 11, 2012
Jo Sabin is Head of Designer Community at DesignCrowd. She's led the company's public relations and social media programs since 2012. With more than ten years' experience working with Australian and international tech startups in the creative industries, Jo has been instrumental in meeting DesignCrowd's objectives in Australia and abroad. Get in touch via Twitter.
