Top 10 Book Cover Design Tips for Self-Publishers
Introduction
First you have to realize that a book cover is the equivalent of product packaging. What’s on that cover, or packaging, is advertising or promotional copy. You need to figure out what needs to be on that cover in order for a buyer to choose your book over many others covering the same topic. What needs to be on the cover of your book that will attract or attract a buyer? You must separate yourself from your personal feelings about your book and think as the buyer would think. What would attract you to a book like yours? The ability of your book cover to attract buyers will have a direct effect on how well your books sell. So don’t be afraid to design multiple covers. And don’t be afraid to hire professional help.
1. The title must be readable from six feet away
This is a good rule of thumb for most book covers. This is especially important if you ever plan to have your book on a bookstore shelf. This will also help with design tip number 3.
2. The font must be legible and appropriate
If your cover font is too fancy or complicated, it will be too difficult for buyers to read your cover. This will also be important when it comes time to reduce the image of your book cover that will be seen on the Internet. Don’t be afraid to use one font for the main title and another for the subtitle.
3. The cover must be recognizable as a thumbnail image
This is extremely important in today’s Internet world. Most buyers today will only see the cover of your book as a small image before buying it.
4. Cover images should reflect the theme of the book
There should be some connection to the overall theme and theme of your book.
5. Include testimonials on the back cover
Put several testimonials from big, recognizable names on the back of your cover.
6. Include a really impressive testimonial on the front page
Post your most impressive testimonial from the most recognizable person you can get.
7. Include the ISBN, price and Bookland barcode on the back cover
Amazon, and all bookstores in the world, will only accept your book if it has the appropriate Bookland barcode.
8. Include the Bookshelf Category on the Back Cover
You put this on your back cover so the bookstore employees don’t put your book in the wrong section of the bookstore. It also helps the buyer quickly categorize the book in their own mind.
9. Put information about the author on the back cover
Include any relevant and impressive information about the author, and possibly a picture. This is to help convince the buyer that the author is qualified to write this book.
10. Avoid the white background
Book covers with white backgrounds will just disappear on the internet, so you should generally avoid white.
conclusion
The book cover is your chance to make a great first impression and get the attention of those who need and want your help. And people really do judge a book by its cover. By using these ten tips, you will greatly increase your chances of making more sales and helping more people.