Hi Ronan, thank you for your reply.

The cover design for “BASIC Instinct” presents a striking visual, yet the choice of typography could be reconsidered. In professional book cover design, it’s a standard practice to limit the number of different fonts to two to maintain clarity and cohesion. Here, the title employs a font that, while aiming to reference the BASIC programming language, may not convey the necessary professionalism and could detract from the overall design.

The mix of typefaces on this cover could potentially confuse the messaging and genre of the book to the prospective reader. A more harmonious selection and pairing of fonts could enhance the visual impact and ensure the design complements the content effectively.

I hope I have helped you. 😉

Hi Elaine, thank you for your candid feedback on the ‘Career Game Plan’ cover redesign. It’s valuable to hear diverse opinions, especially when it comes to creative work like book cover design.

Your observations about the ghost elements and the color scheme are particularly insightful. The intention was to symbolize the confusion and lack of direction many feel in their career paths.

Regarding the colors, the aim was to choose a palette that’s professional yet approachable, but I understand your point about it appearing dull. The challenge with redesigns is striking the right balance between being eye-catching and accurately conveying the book’s essence.

I’m glad to hear that the other redesigned covers were well-received. Design is an iterative process, and comments like yours are incredibly helpful for continuous improvement. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts! 😉

Hi Alan, I’m delighted you enjoyed the article. It’s impressive that you’re both an author and illustrator for your graphic novels and picture books.

When some books in a series don’t perform as well, it’s good to consider the cover design:
Ensure a consistent style across your series. This helps in building brand recognition. Gather feedback on your covers, possibly from a diverse reader group. What’s clear to you might not resonate with the audience. A book cover designer can review your designs for improvements, focusing on layout, typography, and color scheme to enhance appeal.

Consider testing different cover designs online to see which attracts more attention.

Remember, the cover is a promise of the world inside your book. Sometimes, a minor tweak can significantly impact your book’s reception.

Thanks, Elaine! Your feedback is a reminder that there’s still a subjective element to this, right?

Sandy

What a great question, Alan. I just flagged this for Alex to answer, but if others in the series have similar covers and are selling well, it might be the topic or description, right?

Sandy

I was wondering if you have any advice on it.

Thanks again,
Ronan O’Driscoll