It’s been almost a year and a half since I published my first novel. I love my cover. The graphic designer worked up something that was not only beautiful but unique. I loved how she incorporated the forget me not with the shadowy background.
The one thing I worried about was that the cover didn’t actually scream Young Adult. Everything I had read about design discouraged having a person on the front cover (think Divergent, Twilight, and The Hunger Games) so, I chose to follow that advice.
Now – I’m not so sure.
I’ve recently had a new cover designed. I think the designer did a wonderful job of capturing the feel of the story.
Before I decided to go through with the change, I asked multiple people which cover they preferred. Without fail, each person chose the new cover. I don’t know whether it will help my book sales but I thought it was worth a try.
What about you? Have you changed covers? If so – do you think it helped?
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When I saw the first cover of your book I thought it was beautiful, but then I scrolled down and saw the second one and it was even more stunning – definitely prefer the second one! I too have changed my book cover and it has definitely helped my sales. Whether we like it or not, book covers matter.
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Thanks for the vote of confidence in my cover. After sharing it – I had the horrible thought that no one else would like it!
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I know what you mean. Why are we writers so insecure when it comes to these things 🙂
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I love your new cover and I do think it reflects the feel of young adult. I have had a cover change and I did find my sales move up. People at fairs tended to pick it up more – it caught their eye. Good luck. Great book!
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Thanks Carol! Was hoping others would think the cover had a YA feel.
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What I’ve read in several articles is that having a person on the cover will bring positive results. Particularly having a full view of the face connects with the reader on a subconscious and personal level.
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After looking at several book covers, I’m inclined to think the ones that feature a face tend to appeal more to me.
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