Unlike authors who are being traditionally published, self-publishing authors enjoy a very special perk—they can help design their own book cover. While your input is important, you’ll get the best results if the actual design work is carried out by a professional...
How AI Can Help Design Your Book Cover | Self-Publishing Relief
If you’re preparing to self-publish your book, you probably have ideas for your cover design. Your vision for the perfect book cover may be something as minimalist as a distinctive typeface on a solid background or as elaborate as a flying dragon on another planet....
What You Must Know Before Self-Publishing in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated April 2023 You’ve decided to self-publish your book—smart choice! Many authors are choosing to self-publish their books in just months, rather than attempting the potentially years-long traditional publishing route. But the experts at Self-Publishing Relief...
Do This So Your Self-Published Book Doesn’t Look Self-Published | Self-Publishing Relief
Many writers—even successful, traditionally published writers—have jumped on the self-publishing bandwagon. The experts at Self-Publishing Relief know you can get your book into the hands of your readers much more quickly through self-publishing than through the...
A Manuscript Explains How To Get Self-Published | Self-Publishing Relief
Are you a manuscript that’s been dreaming of getting self-published, but your writer is just too unsure about the process to get started? Whether you’re a memoir, novel, or collection of poetry or short stories, you deserve to get into the hands of eager readers! As a...
5 Elements Your Book Cover Design Must Have in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May 2023 After all the work you put into writing and perfecting your manuscript, you want the cover of your self-published book to be unique and memorable. And the experts at Self-Publishing Relief agree: Your book cover is your best point-of-purchase...
Ask Self-Publishing Relief: Our Best Self-Publishing Advice
When you decide to self-publish your book, you’ll have a lot of questions. Is there a best time to self-publish? Do I need a copyright? How do I choose a cover? Do I need to market my book? Fortunately, the experts at Self-Publishing Relief have the answers and advice...
The Latest Cover Design Trend in 2023: Minimalist Book Cover Art | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated April 2023 From self-published books, to traditionally published new releases, and even to reimagined covers of literary classics, cover art is trending toward minimalist design. And while it may seem simplistic, this design trend can be very powerful and...
4 Signs You Might Need An Updated Cover For Your Self-Published Book | Self-Publishing Relief
As a self-published author, you know your book’s cover is your most important point-of-sale marketing tool. A good cover design is key to the success of your book. But how do you know if and when a redesign is necessary? Self-Publishing Relief has identified four...
Cover Art Design Trends For Self-Published Cozy Mystery Novels in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May April 2023 When you’re self-publishing your book, it’s no mystery that your cover design can make or break your book sales. And the best way to grab the attention of your audience and boost sales is to use cover design trends that are easily identified...
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