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Ready to start?

Let's talk about your book.

 
 
 
 

Share your ideas with me, and I'll turn them into a stunning cover design.

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50% INITIAL DEPOSIT

I will issue you an invoice. You have to pay

50% deposit before I start working on the cover and the balance before I send you the final files.  

 

Financial transactions can be made through PayPal or Wise.

DISCUSSION

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We will communicate by email.

  • Send me an excerpt from your book to feel the mood in the story

  • Tell me about the theme, plot, genre, symbolism, characters, scenes, environments. Everything you think I need to know to make you the perfect cover

  • We will discuss what will be best for your cover to attract your target audience.

Reach out through my contact page or email me directly at artofdonika@gmail.com

 

I will get back to you within 24 hours and we will go over any question you might have. I am happy to work with first time writers, so don’t worry about asking any kind of question. I am happy to help you through the process.

CONTACT ME

 

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FINDING THE RIGHT IMAGES

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I'll search for suitable images on the stock sites and comment on what would work for your book cover. Finding the right images takes about 2-3 days, sometimes more, when several projects overlap at the same time.

FIRST DRAFT

Once I have the necessary photo material, I will work on the cover for a day or two and send you the cover ready at about 30-50%. I will send this to you for approval and you can make any changes at this point, or we can start from scratch if it isn’t working.

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SECOND DRAFT

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After the initial draft is approved, I will proceed with the further detailing. Depending on the nature of the project, there may be multiple occasions where I need to reach out for additional input. However, if the project is straightforward and requires no changes, I will complete the detailing process.

FINAL

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Once you approve the cover, I will send you the final deliverables.

 

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I ask to be credited on the credits page at the start of the book like this:

 
 

CREDITS

Cover design by Donika Mishineva

www.artofdonika.com

 
 

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After finalizing the book cover, I will design a promotional image specifically tailored to market your new book. Once the book is released, I will promote it across multiple social networks, such as Instagram, Twitter, and Linkedin.

 
 

PROMO

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Many of my clients are delighted with the positive reviews they receive for their new book cover, often expressing their desire to provide me with a bonus as a token of their appreciation.

 
 

YOU ARE DELIGHTED

Please refrain from sending me any additional monetary compensation.

 

Instead, I would be immensely grateful if you could send me a signed copy of your new book through regular mail to Bulgaria. Having the opportunity to read your book and include it in my expanding library would bring me immense joy.

 

If you would like to present me with this precious gift, please reach out to me, and I will provide you with my mailing address.

 
 

Ready to start?

Let's talk about your book.

 
 
 
 

Share your thoughts and inspirations, and I'll work my magic to produce an exceptional cover design.

How It Works

My tried-and-true creative process makes design magic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

For your convenience, I have grouped the questions according to the topic with these tags.

 

If you still do not find an answer to your question,

please write to me directly by email artofdonika@gmail.com,

and I will contact you within 24 hours. I will be happy to answer all of your questions.

  • How can I order a book cover design?
    You can order through the site, filling out the Design Request with questions about your book, or email me at artofdonika@gmail.com, including the information from the next question.
  • What information do I need to send before start working on a book cover?
    I need the following details to start working on your design: title, subtitle & author’s name book size and the number of pages paperback, hardcover, or hardcover with the dust jacket blurb for the back cover author’s bio and photo the genre of the manuscript place depicted on the cover timeframe character’s gender, age, race, ethnicity, appearance, and outfit particular details you want to see on your book cover 1-2 chapters from your manuscript
  • Can you use my own image for the cover?
    I can use your image, but it should be licensed with a resolution of 300 DPI. Please note this in advance in the design request or email me to discuss whether your photo is suitable and attractive enough to become an amazing cover.
  • Can you send me the PSD file?
    I can send a flattened PSD file with the typography separate for an additional USD 37. I cannot provide a non-flattened version due to copyright restrictions with stock images.
  • Will you be able to make the perfect design with just 5 revisions?
    Yes, in most cases, I manage to do it with only 3. If you need 1-2 more revisions, no problem. Customer happiness comes first for me.
  • Do I get unlimited revisions?
    The execution time of a book cover design is fixed to have an exact price of the service. Most authors fall in love with their cover after 3 revisions, and some are completely happy after the first design I show them. People are different. Some of them want every detail on the cover to be exactly as they imagine it. I do not mind making the cover as the author sees it in detail and working with it until he is 100% satisfied. This requires much more time. Accordingly, the price will be different. It is not fair to offer such a service with unlimited adjustments, since one author wants 2-3 revisions and another 20-30; to both pay the same price. That's why I made a price that is as light as possible. If someone wants additional revisions there is a certain price in the respective service. I have written up to 5 revisions in the services. If you need another 1-2, no problem, they will be free of charge. If you need more - there are additional conditions under each service, in which you can see the price of further or unlimited changes.
  • I am still writing my book; I don't have the final number of pages. Can we start designing at this stage?
    Yes, of course. I will start the design, and after you have the final number of the pages, I will make the file adjustments for free. It could be in a month or a year. When you are ready, I am at your disposal to make the final file for printing.
  • I have some specific ideas in terms of concept, imagery, etc. Are we able to discuss them before you beginning work?
    Absolutely! I would love to hear your ideas. The better I know your requirements, the faster and better your cover will become.
  • I don't have a blurb for the back cover yet. Do I have to have all this information now, or could you add this for me later?
    No, it is not necessary. The text on the back can be changed at the final stage before the preparation for printing. This is not considered a separate revision. If you need a text correction before the file is ready to print, no problem.
  • I don’t understand techy things, but I want to self-publish my book. Can you help me?
    No, but I can recommend a few people who could help you with this for a fee.
  • I like your book covers, but I don’t see an example of the same genre as my book. How do I know you can design what I want?
    I've been in the book cover business for 3 years, so I still may not have examples of all different genres or types of design. Please write to me and let us discuss your book and ideas without any obligation to order. I'm sure I can make an excellent cover for every genre and every taste that will stand out from the crowd.
  • Is there a need to sign any non-disclosure agreements or privacy documents?
    No, there is no need for that. All conditions and prices are carefully described and explained; if additional agreements are needed, we will discuss them during the work process.
  • I have artwork I want to be incorporated into my cover. Can you do this?
    Yes, of course. Please send me a high-quality photo or scanned copy, and we will discuss the possibilities and the concept.
  • Should I credit you on my book’s copyright page?
    Yes, please. I ask to be credited on the copyright page at the start of the book like this: Cover design by Donika Mishineva www.artofdonika.com
  • What payment methods do you use?
    Financial transactions can be made through PayPal or Wise.
  • Do I have to pay the full amount in advance?
    No. I require only 50% payment by Paypal or Wise when I begin your book cover design. Тhe balance - after the design is complete and before sending the final files to you.
  • Do I have to pay the balance before the final files are delivered to me? My manuscript is being edited, and I still have no idea about the final number of pages, so we will be able to prepare the file for printing in 3 months at the earliest.
    Yes, the balance must be paid within 1 month of the invoice being issued. When we have the final number of pages, you will contact me. I will then make you the prepress and will send you the print file, whether it will be in 3 months or three years. Preparing the file for printing is included in the book cover design service price, and you have paid for it.
  • I do not have an account in either PayPal or Wisе, and I do not know how to make an online payment.
    No problem! I can send you a payment request via PayPal, and all you'll need is a credit card to make the payment.
  • What if I decide to change back cover text/trim size/page count after I get the final print files?
    If you decide to change the: back cover text - $25 page count - $35 trim size - $40
  • Can you send me the PSD file?
    I can send a flattened PSD file with the typography separate for an additional USD 50. I cannot provide a non-flattened version due to copyright restrictions with stock images.
  • It's been a year since the design was finalized and all we have to do is prepare the file for printing. Can you make some changes for me before we prepare and send the file for printing?
    Of course, but it will cost you extra, depending on the type of change.
  • Why do I have to pay extra for a second prepress file when I'm publishing on two or more platforms?
    Each platform issues its own template with the exact dimensions. The Amazon template is radically different from the one IngramSpark sends to its customers. Prepress is done in other software from which the design is made. Even if the spine differs by 5 mm, for example, it costs me a double adjustment of texts, and sometimes of design elements, to center everything correctly. Two different templates, although with the same trim size of the book, cost me two times to prepare the files. For this, the second file is paid separately.
  • Why I have to pay for unlimited revisions?
    The execution time of a book cover design is fixed to have an exact price of the service. Most authors fall in love with their cover after 3 revisions, and some are completely happy after the first design I show them. People are different. Some of them want every detail on the cover to be exactly as they imagine it. I do not mind making the cover as the author sees it in detail and working with it until he is 100% satisfied. This requires much more time. Accordingly, the price will be different. It is unfair to offer such a service with unlimited adjustments since one author wants 2-3 revisions and another 20-30; to both pay the same price. That's why I made a price that is as light as possible. If someone wants additional revisions, there is a specific price in the respective service.
  • When is the change of concept paid extra?
    If you decide to change a concept - there was a character, but now you changed your mind, and you think there must be a symbol-type design. In this case, I have to start from the beginning, and this will cost you USD 99. If you decide to present a radically different scene and character, I have to start looking for photos and making a montage all over again. Again, this will cost you USD 99. You can change the concept without paying anything extra if we are still discussing and searching for photos, and I have not put hours of work to present you the first version.
  • Do I own all rights to my book cover design once I have paid for it?
    Yes, you own the right to use the cover as you see fit once you've approved the design and paid me in full. I keep the right to showcase the cover in my portfolio and advertising. However, any royalty-free images used in the design, the original copyright is held with the photographer, I've just purchased the commercial license for you to use the image on your cover. I work with photos from Freepik, where the designer has the right to use images for book covers for his clients. Photos from sites like Shutterstock, iStock, AdobeStock, etc., require to be purchased in the author's name to be all by the rules.
  • How and where can I use the cover image?
    You must abide by the website's terms and conditions as to how you use the cover. All images in your design are under the Standard License. You can use the book cover on specific promotional materials, like a business card and bookmark. Still, you would need the Extended(Enhanced) License for other promotional materials like merchandise to use the cover/images on products like mugs, t-shirt, postcards, bags, etc. Standard License allows you: - Web and app advertising - E-publications and email marketing - Use in social media and on video-sharing services (like YouTube) - Small film productions, TV series, or ads with a budget under $10K - Printed materials, including product packaging, with less than 500K total prints
  • I like the book covers in your portfolio, but I don’t see an example of the same genre as my book. How do I know you can design what I want?"
    I've been in the book cover business for a little over a year, so I still may not have examples of all different genres or types of design. Please write to me and let us discuss your book and ideas without any obligation to order. I'm sure I can make an excellent cover for every genre and every taste that will stand out from the crowd.

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The book cover is your # 1 marketing tool


I offer book covers for every genre.

Your wishes and ideas will be turned into a unique design with professionalism and top quality.

 

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