Every genre has specific cover cues readers look for, and a self-published poetry collection is no exception. At Self-Publishing Relief, we know readers will expect your poetry book cover to display a unique spirit based on the collection’s theme. Yet, as your...
Use Your Cover Design To Create A Love Match | Self-Publishing Relief
They stop and stare, and smiles slowly light up their faces. Are star-crossed lovers finally meeting? No, these are readers checking out your self-published book cover! Your book cover design is your ultimate point-of-purchase sales pitch; it should entice and...
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...
Busting Stereotypes In Book Cover Design | Self-Publishing Relief
Examine a few books and you may notice some stereotypes or clichés in the cover design—but this isn’t necessarily a negative! Readers of certain genres expect to see specific elements represented in the book cover. And the cover design experts at Self-Publishing...
The Latest Book Cover Trends For Mysteries/Thrillers in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated April 2023 If you’re thinking about self-publishing a mystery or thriller, it’s important to carefully consider your cover design. Your book cover is the ultimate point-of-purchase sales pitch for your book, so it should grab the attention of your audience and...
These Small Touches Make A Big Difference In Your Self-Published Book’s Appeal | Self-Publishing Relief
In many instances, little details make the difference between ho hum and hooray! And luckily, when you’re self-publishing your book, you’re in full control of all the important details. The experts at Self-Publishing Relief know that small, expert touches can make a...
5 Design Mistakes That Can Make Indie Book Covers Look Wonky | Self-Publishing Relief
Despite the popular saying, most people DO judge a book by its cover. So your self-published book cover is your last, best opportunity to attract the attention of potential readers, give them insight about the contents of your book, and close the sale. At...
Cover Art Trends For Self-Published Romance Novels in 2023 | Self-Publishing Relief
Updated May 2023 With so many new authors self-publishing romantic novels, Self-Publishing Relief has noticed that cover art design trends have become so much more than the bodice-ripping Fabio fad of the ’80s. In the indie romance industry, a book cover can make or...
Guide To The Stages Of Production For A Self-Published Book
Self-publishing has revolutionized the publishing industry. More and more writers, after unsuccessfully trying to break into traditional publishing, are turning to the bold new indie world—and some are even making self-publishing their first choice! That means authors...
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