Do you have a story to tell?
It is now easier than ever to share your vision with the world...
Whether it's the next beach-read sensation, thrilling spine-chiller, or game-changing non-fiction, setting your book up for success requires the perfect blend of creative vision and technical expertise.
My name is Wendy, I support independent presses and authors with every stage of the book design process, from word document to printed product—and beyond.
If you are looking for a calm, curious, and communicative collaborator to join your team, take a deep breath, you've landed in the right place.
How does book design work?
So, you've done the hard work of writing and editing your manuscript. What comes next?
In order to publish, your manuscript must be submitted in the correct format. This means a print-ready PDF for physical books and an upload-ready EPUB file for eBooks.
These files need to meet the technical submission requirements set by your printer or self-publishing platform to be accepted. They also need to be visually designed with genre trends in mind to stand out and appeal to the right readers.
What does a book designer do?
Think of me as your creative partner and technical guide. I take your manuscript and turn it into a high-end, market-ready book that looks as good as it reads.
I bridge the gap between your creative vision and publishing industry standards. While some designers specialise only on cover design or interiors, I provide an end-to-end service. From your Word document to the final printed proof, I handle the visual identity, layout structure, and all the technical back-end requirements. Let me handle the details so you can focus on the joy of being an author.
Is getting a book designer the right choice for you? You can explore your options here.
What does the book design process look like?
The exact process differs per designer, but usually, the design process can be broken down into the following stages:
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Discovery: finding out as much about your book and vision as possible
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Design direction: exploring the possible avenues and agreeing on a direction
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Drafting stage: receiving the working drafts of your book cover
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Revisions & finalisation: perfecting the cover based on your feedback
My design process is communicative and collaborative, your thoughts and feedback is baked into every stage. Discover what it could be like to work together here.
