Another Great Design ~ Uncommitment: Dealing with a Predator by Leigh Laurence

With this design, I was a bit worried. The author wanted a faded look. I'm more about vibrant colors. I like something that pops instantly. She opted for subtle. Overall, I enjoyed working on the cover and it was the first ebook cover we've designed.

I figured it would be okay since it wasn't a print book. Therefore, I went in and layered four colors on top of the original photo that was cropped on three sides. I then added two effects and this is what we came up with. Let me tell you, I've never seen so many women drool over a cover I've done.

Uncommitment turned out pretty good. What do you think?

Happy New Years from Hayes Design and Editorial Service

Happy New Year from HD&E. We hope it is as prosperous as you can imagine.

Don't forget to visit our site at http://hayesdesign.weebly.com

Christmas is Upon Us

Christmas is upon us. We've had a wonderful year and look forward to 2009 being even better. Don't forget to focus on your writing career this holiday season because books are the best gift you can give. They are the gifts that never stop giving. Happy Holidays!!!

Designs Build Brand

Many people don't realize that the design of your website, business products, etc are all part of building brand. If you see the little swoop, you immediately think Nike. Whether you see the name or not, the swoop is so popular that you know what you're looking at.

Authors need to think the same way. Today, we finished a banner for new author, Leigh Laurence. It was simple, but played into her entire line of book products and speaking engagements. She specializes in relationships and romance. Therefore, we worked with shades of red and purple, but nothing too obvious. What do you think?

Another Hit ~ "Raw Redemption" by Lacresha Hayes

I think that of all my covers thus far, this one has received the most compliments. Now while the design for Raw Redemption is simple, it seems to work for the actual content. It allows room for speculation and such.

While working with the author, Lacresha Hayes, in designing this cover, she informed me she wanted to stick with the reds, blacks and browns. Anyone who've purchased copies of her books, or seen her work online knows that she's fond of those colors. I wanted to get away from them, but alas I must obey the author. It came out better than I thought it would.

With a few simple cuts and tweaks, and several layers, we got the coloring just right to denote regret, sorrow and passion.

Another Great Cover Design ~ By His Sovereign Grace by Melody Calhoun

When Lensey Hayes gave me the specifics of this inspirational book, I searched for four hours trying to finding the perfect image. It needed to show the grace of God and the submission of mankind in the form of a woman. What else depicts that like a woman in the position of worship in a place of solitude? This was perfect! The author, Melody Calhoun, agreed and we're all happy campers.

Title: By His Sovereign Grace

Author: Melody Calhoun

Publisher: Living Waters Publishing Company

Purchasing Info: http://store.livingwaterspc.com

Latest Book Cover Design ~ Merciful Leadership by Dr. Jeff Radford

I was particularly in love with this cover because of the fullness of the meaning of the book. Those hands look as if a leader is taking the time to help his follower. It looks Christian, but also captures our humanity in that many of us are willing to help if only called upon.

This is another Living Waters Publishing Company book, and one I fully expect to sell many thousands of copies.

Title: Merciful Leadership
Author: Dr. Jeff Radford
Publishing: Living Waters Publishing Company
Available now at: http://store.livingwaterspc.com