I had the opportunity to create a cover design for a fiction writer, and working on book covers is always an exciting endeavor for me—books are my true passion.
This project marked the author’s first published work, making it all the more special. We began with an initial meeting to define the book’s title and gather inspiration. The author provided around 100 stunning photos from his trip to the Serengeti, which would serve as a visual foundation for the design.
Following our meeting, I moved into the design phase, presenting a series of concepts for the cover. Through a collaborative process, we selected one concept to refine further, iterating multiple times to ensure that both the editorial team and the author were satisfied with the final design.
Balancing the themes and emotions of the book presented its challenges, but I was able to find the perfect solution that resonated with everyone involved. The result was a cover that not only captured the essence of the story but also delighted the author and the publisher alike.
Following the success of the cover design, the publisher requested that I create a sell sheet as well.
There were lots of variations—and just as I’d suspected, it was balancing the themes and feel of the book that was the biggest challenge. Fortunately, I found the right solution. Everyone was pleased with the cover.
