Summary

FAQs

• What do I need to start designing?

  - Title - Subtitle (If Any) - Author’s name - Licensed Images to include (if you have any) - Any idea if you want to share - What your book is about/Text - (no erotica/romance Genre - Size (Back, Front, Spine, and Flap size for Print) - Images & text licensed for commercial use etc.

• Do you offer custom illustrations for book covers?

  Yes. I offer photo-generated, photo-manipulated, vector line-art, and mixed-media illustrations. If you need a custom illustrated character, scene, or symbolic artwork, please message me first so I can quote the cost based on complexity.

• Do you use licensed stock images?

  Yes. I always use licensed stock images. If you want to provide your own images, you’re welcome to share them. Otherwise, I will source professional stock images according to the number included in your selected package. If your concept requires additional images, I’ll let you know before proceeding

• Can you redesign or improve an existing book cover?

  Yes. I can enhance outdated/rejected covers or modernize your brand identity while keeping your genre tone intact.

• How do you determine the Spine Width for a paperback or hardback cover?

  The spine width depends on: The total number of pages Interior paper type (white, cream, color) The printer or publishing platform If you're not sure, I’ll guide you or calculate it once you provide the final formatted file.

• Can I request revisions?

  Yes. Reasonable revisions are included to ensure your satisfaction. Major redesigns (changing concept completely) may require an additional charge.

• Can you format both print and digital versions? Is formatting included in the main packages?

  Yes. I offer print formatting (KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu) & eBook formatting (EPUB, MOBI/KPF). Formatting is not included in the main packages. Each requires different layout rules; please contact me for a custom offer based on page count and the type of book.

• What is included in your book formatting and interior layout service?

  My formatting service includes: Professional interior design Proper margins, trim size, & bleed setup Titles, headers, footers Drop caps (if required) Page numbering & spacing consistency Front & Back matter setup Tables, images, charts placement Print-ready PDF for KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, etc.

• What is a Fixed & Reflowable eBook Layout?

  Reflowable layouts let text adjust to any screen, allowing font and style changes—great for novels, nonfiction, and similar books (EPUB, MOBI, KPF). Fixed layouts keep all elements locked in place, ideal for image-heavy books like children’s books, cookbooks, photo books, and comics.

• Which layout should I choose?

  Choose reflowable for text-focused books and fixed layout for visually structured books. Since fixed layouts aren’t supported on all platforms, please message me so I can guide you based on your publishing goal.