Need a book cover designed? I'll do it for free.

[LifeTransformer]

Second request came in for a horror book, which isn't a genre I've designed anything for up to this point, and that didn't go so well.

The user who requested this cover stated he wasn't looking for hands on 1-to-1 design process, but he was very pleasant to deal with and provided me with valuable feedback. It also gave me an idea for how I could improve this service when I am ready to launch it.

Third request was for a romance novel, Here's the cover:



I'm not sure if the user wants to use it, or if he's going to design something himself. But I quite like it personally and think it's worth putting in the thread.

Fourth request was for another non-fiction book. I'm waiting to hear back from this member as to where to proceed next.

I'm yet to receive a PM from @David Al

Still waiting on the stuff for the Flyer.

Any feedback/comments appreciated!

 

[LifeTransformer]

I will easily pay $350 to @LifeTransformer for my next book design, and will recommend him to anybody that asks.

I wanted a simplistic design, and exactly what I want was delivered, but the best part about working together is the quick replies and constant contact on updates, which is severely lacked by other graphic designers.

100% the best freelance graphic design experience I ever had

Thank you very much Andrew! Was a pleasure.

Nearly finished with another project, and the website is coming along nicely too.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Note to self: I must remember to shrink these images before posting them.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Updated the OP, can take a couple more projects if they are in Sci-Fi, Horror or other challenging niches.

No Non-fiction or Romance (that includes ero), unless you want to be my first paid client .

 

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[LifeTransformer]

Offer this on fiverrr or kboards and you'll have a ton more bites

Good point!

I'll join kboards, and get a thread up on there.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Worked on a non book cover project with @Square1Hype, not being a book cover I was a little reluctant to do it, but we figured out that the flyer could be book cover sized.

I put 2 basic layouts forward and he picked his favourite.

I then built upon that layout, and made 6 finished products, of which we both agreed this one was the best:



I'm nearly finished building the site too, will be changing my avatar when its finished.

 

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[LifeTransformer]

If anyone has a book cover they want made into either a mockup, or createspace layout, I'd love to do it for you to try that skill out.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Here's the final Fastlane forum project completed (unless anyone wants sci-fi or horror):


(I actually remembered to resize this one before posting).

Website is almost done too. Nearly ready to launch.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Thing is, some of us don't really want to give our pen names away. But still awesome job.

True indeed!

If the project doesn't use any premium assets (stuff that can't be transferred like fonts, stock etc I've purchased), then "author name" would surfice.
If you have a way of editing a PSD anyway.
Or, maybe a blank space where the name can go.

I know the feeling though! I could have a much larger portfolio to show from the start if I put my own covers onto the site.

 

[Selfy]

Looking to transpose a handsome face into a body... (has lots of hair)

 

[LifeTransformer]

Looking to transpose a handsome face into a body... (has lots of hair)

Into a body? That sounds interesting!

I'm not sure transposing is my thing though to be honest. But PM me the files and I'll see what I can do.

 

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[LifeTransformer]

Thanks for the likes on the horror cover!

I've just found a site where you can sell pre-made covers, so I'm going to change my website to client related business only, and link to my store on the pre-made cover website.

Although this takes 30% of the profit off of my pre-made business, it will save me a lot of hassle while I'm just getting started.

Still not satisfied with the way the website looks at the moment either, going to look for a better template/theme I think.

 

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[LifeTransformer]

My first 2 pre-made covers are now available for sale!

https://thebookcoverdesigner.com/premade-book-covers/the-mystery/
https://thebookcoverdesigner.com/premade-book-covers/an-urban-story/

I know I've violated the "C" with doing this, but it gets 2 of my designs out there on an already established platform.

It also means I have a "store" link to send people to from my website: https://thebookcoverdesigner.com/designers/ya-covers/

Things are moving forward. 4 more designs are waiting to be published.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Since I can't edit the first post anymore, I better put this here: Not taking any requests on this at the moment, no matter the niche.
Sorry if you missed out. I might do a few more in the future.

What I'm bumping the thread for is some feedback. I'm currently re-working the site and want to know what you guys and gals think of this idea:
Any book covers that the Book Cover Designer doesn't accept for sale on it's site, I am going to list on my own and sell with GumRoad.

The thing I'm wondering is, do I use a picture of the book cover and link to the product like I am with the other pre-made covers? (at the top of the site).
Or, use the embed feature from GumRoad?

If you've got a minute or 2 spare and would like to do me the favour of letting me know which looks best (aside from some CSS issues I need to address), I would love to know what you think.

If you go to the site: http://yacovers.com and have a quick look at the second set of book covers, which looks best to you?
I like the idea of a direct buy button linking to the product, rather than the book cover with no real call to action. But what do you think?

I'm still putting the site together, so ignore the fact that there's big gaps, the logo has been hit with a shrink ray, and my contact page has no way to contact me.

Thanks in advance for any and all feedback.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Think I've figured it out. Just needs polishing up now.

 

[Vigilante]

Finished my first sci-fi book cover.

Don't think its the best work I've done so far, but its the first I've tried making for the genre.

Did you use Word Art to make this?

 

[LifeTransformer]

Here's my attempt to copy (to a similar look) TMF 's book cover:

Note: the image quality has been hampered, the file was too big (6mb) to upload it.

I left off the Puzzle/Dollar bill part because I couldn't find the right stock for it. If I was designing it I would obviously spend longer looking for the right files. It's not as good as the original cover obviously.

@MJ DeMarco looking at the book cover today, it's the first time I even noticed the dollar bill and puzzle embed into the road.

Anyway, that was mostly a bit of fun trying to re-create it.

 

[LifeTransformer]

Here's a couple more things I've been playing around with:

 

[Fox]

Check out some basic courses and invest in your skill set.

Example of something that might be useful...
https://www.udemy.com/graphic-design-for-beginners/

 

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