How important is the cover design? What about the back cover and even the spine. There are a few things you must do. They may seem obvious but it is surprising to see published books not following some very simple and basic concepts. First the title must be easy to read. It must be large and with a user friendly typestyle. The title can suggest something about the book or just be a pleasing to the eye font. If a photo is used, be sure it is professionally taken and works with the title and genre of the book. You have six seconds to capture them with the cover so be sure your message is easily recognized within those precious few seconds. The spine has to be readable. That is a simple one. The title font has to be large enough to recognize the title name. The back cover is the clincher and needs to close the deal, so please do not have run on white text on a black background. And be sure the cover, spine and back cover have a consistent feel and look. The cover should not look like it is a different book than the back cover. Consistency is good. You have 15 seconds to convince them to purhase the book. Be bold, be concise and give them information.
Check out the book cover, spine and back cover of Barringer Publishing's new release, Malia & Teacup, Awesome African Adventure by Dr. Molly Barrow and see how the covers were designed. They tell a story, they are graphically attractive and give the prospective buyer just enough information to pique their interest.
Barringer Publishing has launched two new exciting chldren's books by Dr. Molly Barrow. The reviews are coming in - "These are the kinds of books that parents and teachers as well as kids, have been seeking."
For more information regarding Dr. Barrow and her book, Malia & Teacup - Awesome African Adventure please visit www.drmollybarrow.com and www.maliaandteacup.com.
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