by Anita B. Carroll
I am so thrilled to share this trilogy cover re-design reveal! Before and after pics are posted, and I would love to hear what you think of the transformation. Kelly Ilebode's THE MANOR AT ECHO LAKE trilogy have intriguing religious references with a refreshing take on the super natural embodied with mystique, suspense, romance, passion, …
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I am often asked about what goes into the planning and designing a book cover from people that I come in contact with once they learn the kind of work I do. So I wrote this article for everyone and anyone interested in getting a behind the scenes look of what goes into my process …
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To help save on cost, within the self-publishing industry many authors designs their own cover. Here are three tips to help guide you in the right direction. .1. Less is more; layout and content Focus on the important copy of your cover, such as the title, subtitle, author name, and review blurbs when available. …
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I have some very exciting news to share with you all. Race-Point, Anita B. Carroll (me) was just nominated for the ~♥~ Best Cover Designer & Best Cover Design ~♥~ categories for the 2013 YATR Literary Awards. Yay - So exciting! This is a group of many talented graphic designers, so I am very honored …
Secret Lives by self published author Elizabeth Slaughter An urban fantasy ... Alexander has no idea where he came from. Adopted by a human family as a very young child, he has managed to keep his duel nature a secret from everyone in his life including his adoptive parents and foster-brother. He can turn into …
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Selling a book is an art form in itself, and there are some quite important areas to factor in to not only help reach your target readers, but most importantly to increase your sales. Brand Identity Steve Forbes once said “brand identity is the most important investment you can make in your business.” As a …
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Available NOW ~ DEXXMAN ~ A political thriller. About this book When the body of the Home Secretary’s son is found in an alleyway where he had been battered to death, Larry Dexxman a seventy five year old private detective is thrown into the middle of a political minefield that could easily cost him his …
Last week I presented various illustrations for the 'Confessions of a Blue Tomato' book cover. Over the weekend I have had some more time to think about the story, and knowing my author client is drawn to a specific portrait photograph, I knew I had to have another go at it. After all, digital image …
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Last week was the world of government conspiracies, this week I'm in the 50s ART DECO style ... and the fantasy world of vampires awaits me. Wow - How cool is that!? Presenting cover samples for Charlotte Ashurst's "Confessions of a Blue Tomato," with a 50's inspired billboard ART DECO themed design. .1. .2. .3. …
I was a guest blogger on Anneli's Place, and shared some great tips for authors. 12 things every author should know when working with a book cover designer So come on over to Anneli's Place and check it out! ~ To connect with me and see more of my work, check out: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RacePointUS Portfolio Website: http://race-point.com …
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