And so today finally sees an end to the revamp of the Barrett book covers. I’ve enjoyed learning a little bit about image manipulation, though it must be pretty obvious to those cover designers and graphic artists out there that these are just the doodlings of an amateur.
I didn’t go to a book cover designer for a number of reasons. Firstly, I couldn’t afford one – always an important consideration! Secondly, I wanted to learn a new skill – and although I’m many years away from even being competent, I feel a little better about the whole process. And lastly, I like the idea of being in control – of everything: from the story, to the editing, to the covers, and marketing.
This last statement ranks me in the ‘Jack of all trades’ territory. I accept that. But I can look at my books with a certain amount of satisfaction and say every bit of them is me.
Enough of the sentimental clap-trap, here are the final versions of Sword of Damocles and The Lift. Hope you like them.
They both look great, and most importantly they are definitely eye catching. That’s the first thing that will draw me to a book, to see if I want to read it. Hope they do well for you Andrew.
Best wishes Todd
Thank you, Todd, that’s very kind of you to say so. The old ones were a little drab, so I was hoping to inject some colour into them. Very pleased you think so too, thanks for letting me know. You don’t think they’re too ‘cartoony’ do you?