Decorated edges — sprayed bright colors, stenciled with ornate imagery — have taken the publishing industry by storm.

They did a lot of research around comic book art and retro art in general and found Jenny Richardson, whose vintage-inspired, horror-themed illustrations had the fresh feel they were looking for.

Hiring a general graphic designer, a common choice for book covers, will cost between $100 and $400 ... More Getty You might not have heard of book cover design's "7 second" test, but if you've ...

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The book cover is a key element—it’s often the first impression that attracts potential readers. For those with limited resources or multiple projects, hiring a professional designer might ...

Shaun of the Dead 20th anniversary 4K Blu-ray Steelbook We’ve seen a lot of fancy 4K Steelbook cases in our day, but the comic book-inspired design for the new Shaun of the Dead release has to ...

Key Mistakes to Avoid in Book Cover Design Before diving into the design process, it’s essential to recognize and avoid common mistakes that can diminish the impact of your book cover. Poor ...

A version of this article appears in print on July 6, 2025, Page 22 of the Sunday Book Review with the headline: Cover Stories / The Trend You’re Seeing Everywhere.

Every single great book cover she made was different from the rest.” In 2004, Ms. Goldberg was among a group of eminent graphic designers who were asked to design posters that would be sold to ...

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