WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?
My services encompass a wide array of design options, such as custom book covers, premade book & e-book covers, magazine layouts, publication design, and promotional banners.
My services encompass a wide array of design options, such as custom book covers, premade book & e-book covers, magazine layouts, publication design, and promotional banners.
DO YOU MAKE PAPERBACK DESIGNS?
Absolutely! When it comes to paperbacks, creating a wrap-around design that continues from the front cover seamlessly to the back calls for additional design time and effort, therefore my standard custom package fees are slightly higher for this format. But the visual impact a well-executed paperback cover achieves makes it well worth the extra cost.
Absolutely! When it comes to paperbacks, creating a wrap-around design that continues from the front cover seamlessly to the back calls for additional design time and effort, therefore my standard custom package fees are slightly higher for this format. But the visual impact a well-executed paperback cover achieves makes it well worth the extra cost.
WHAT IS A PREMADE BOOK COVER?
A premade book cover is a book cover that has already been designed and created by a graphic designer, available for purchase and immediate download by authors. Here are some key things to know about premade book covers:
A premade book cover is a book cover that has already been designed and created by a graphic designer, available for purchase and immediate download by authors. Here are some key things to know about premade book covers:
+ They are high-quality book covers that have not been used for any books yet. They are ready-made "off the shelf" covers waiting to be purchased.
+ They allow authors to skip the process of hiring a designer and getting a custom cover made, which can save time and money.
+ They offer a quicker way for indie/self-published authors to get professional book covers. After downloading, the author can customize the cover with their title, pen name, etc.
+ Designers sell premade covers within popular genres and sub-genres so authors can get covers targeted to their book's category quickly. Genres often include romance, mystery, young adult, science fiction, and more.
+ While the cover is not originally custom-designed for that author's specific book, premade book covers allow authors access to professionally created covers they may not otherwise be able to afford, especially when self-publishing on a budget.
+ They allow authors to skip the process of hiring a designer and getting a custom cover made, which can save time and money.
+ They offer a quicker way for indie/self-published authors to get professional book covers. After downloading, the author can customize the cover with their title, pen name, etc.
+ Designers sell premade covers within popular genres and sub-genres so authors can get covers targeted to their book's category quickly. Genres often include romance, mystery, young adult, science fiction, and more.
+ While the cover is not originally custom-designed for that author's specific book, premade book covers allow authors access to professionally created covers they may not otherwise be able to afford, especially when self-publishing on a budget.
So, in summary, premade book covers offer an instant, inexpensive way for authors to purchase a high-quality, professional book cover that did not start off being tailored to their book, but that they can customize to fit.
CAN I USE THE SAME COVER ON MULTIPLE BOOKS IN THE SAME SERIES?
Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to use the same image for use as a series. We will happily match covers, so they tie together by using the same font(s) and/or similar images from the same photographer.
Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to use the same image for use as a series. We will happily match covers, so they tie together by using the same font(s) and/or similar images from the same photographer.
DO I HAVE TO CREDIT "MJ Designs" IN THE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS SECTION OF MY BOOK?
It isn't mandatory to credit MJ Designs, but I would greatly appreciate it if you chose to credit MJ Designs in the Acknowledgements section of your book. However, we do not want to be credited for book covers that have been adjusted post-completion by someone other than us. For example: Adding characters to the design yourself or changing the overall color or tone of the completed file. If you do require any changes to a completed book cover, we are always happy to do this for you.
It isn't mandatory to credit MJ Designs, but I would greatly appreciate it if you chose to credit MJ Designs in the Acknowledgements section of your book. However, we do not want to be credited for book covers that have been adjusted post-completion by someone other than us. For example: Adding characters to the design yourself or changing the overall color or tone of the completed file. If you do require any changes to a completed book cover, we are always happy to do this for you.
*Please note: We reserve the right to refuse further orders if previous designs have been changed. This will stand even if the covers are part of a series.
I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE SOME CHANGES TO THE COVER DESIGN I CHOSE, IS THAT POSSIBLE?
Yes. Depending on the changes you wish to see, revisions are possible. Please note that only text changes are included in the displayed price, all other changes in design can incur additional fees.
Yes. Depending on the changes you wish to see, revisions are possible. Please note that only text changes are included in the displayed price, all other changes in design can incur additional fees.
WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE A PREMADE BOOK COVER CREATED BY MANDEE JAMES DESIGNS? What sets my covers apart is that I take the reader's experience seriously. Beyond just slapping some stock photos together, I carefully arrange images, text, and colors that evoke the themes and emotions of specific genres - elements proven to spark reader interest. The exceptional quality shows in every cover.
WHAT FILE TYPES WILL I RECEIVE WITH THE PREMADE BOOK COVER?
E-book cover designs are delivered as high-resolution JPG files. Paperback and dust jacket designs are delivered as high-resolution, 300 dpi, ready-for-publishing PDF files.
E-book cover designs are delivered as high-resolution JPG files. Paperback and dust jacket designs are delivered as high-resolution, 300 dpi, ready-for-publishing PDF files.
DO YOU DESIGN CUSTOM BOOK COVERS?
Yes, I offer custom book cover designs. Please view my packages to determine which one best fits your needs.
Yes, I offer custom book cover designs. Please view my packages to determine which one best fits your needs.
I DON'T LIKE THE COVER DESIGN I CHOSE, CAN I RECEIVE A REFUND?
All sales are final. I don't offer refunds on any purchases. However, before you make the payment for the chosen cover design, you will have the chance to review the updated cover art so that you can make sure you are satisfied with the final product.
All sales are final. I don't offer refunds on any purchases. However, before you make the payment for the chosen cover design, you will have the chance to review the updated cover art so that you can make sure you are satisfied with the final product.
WILL ANYBODY ELSE BE ABLE TO PURCHASE AND USE THE SAME DESIGN?
Absolutely, not. Only one premade book cover design is available for purchase. Once a premade book cover has been purchased, it belongs to you exclusively and nobody else will be able to buy it again.
Absolutely, not. Only one premade book cover design is available for purchase. Once a premade book cover has been purchased, it belongs to you exclusively and nobody else will be able to buy it again.
ARE THE IMAGES USED IN YOUR PREMADE BOOK COVERS LICENSED?
Should you wish to change an aspect of your design post-completion, please contact me. There will generally be an additional charge for this.
All images used in my unique premade book covers are licensed under the Standard License offered by Depositphotos.com or are otherwise in the public domain and free for commercial use. If you expect to sell more than 500,000 copies of your book, you will need to purchase an additional Extended License for the image(s) used in the cover design of your choice.
Some images used may be AI-generated. I intend to avoid all AI-generated art, however, since stock image websites have yet to implement a distinct category or marking for AI-generated art, it may happen that some images, even if purchased with a license of use, are the result of AI-generated software.
CAN I CHANGE MY COVER AFTER I HAVE RECEIVED MY COMPLETED FILE?Should you wish to change an aspect of your design post-completion, please contact me. There will generally be an additional charge for this.
CAN I PURCHASE THE COVER ART ONLY WITHOUT ANY TEXT?
No. All covers must include your title and author name.
No. All covers must include your title and author name.
CAN YOU CHANGE THE PICTURE IN THE DESIGN?
We are not able to add/change/remove items of clothing from models in the images. However, if it's a color change or removal of one of the other elements in the design, we may be able to help. There will be an additional charge for this due to the design time involved.
We are not able to add/change/remove items of clothing from models in the images. However, if it's a color change or removal of one of the other elements in the design, we may be able to help. There will be an additional charge for this due to the design time involved.
MY PAGE COUNT HAS CHANGED, CAN YOU ADJUST THE PRINT COVER?
Of course. However, there is a charge of $25 for any trim size/page count adjustments once design work has commenced.
Of course. However, there is a charge of $25 for any trim size/page count adjustments once design work has commenced.
CAN YOU RESERVE A COVER FOR ME?
If you would like us to hold a cover for you, full payment is required.
If you would like us to hold a cover for you, full payment is required.
CAN I USE A WORKING TITLE UNTIL I'VE COMPLETED MY BOOK?
Yes. If you'd like to purchase one of our covers, you can use a temporary title until the book is completed. There is no charge for this service, providing your book title is changed before publication.
Yes. If you'd like to purchase one of our covers, you can use a temporary title until the book is completed. There is no charge for this service, providing your book title is changed before publication.
I WOULD LIKE TO CHANGE MY AUTHOR NAME/TITLE. CAN YOU DO THIS?
Prior to completion, we are happy to make changes to your cover free of charge (within the stated number of rounds).
Prior to completion, we are happy to make changes to your cover free of charge (within the stated number of rounds).
DO YOU DESIGN BOOK COVERS FOR KDP?
Yes, we provide KDP covers which include front, back, and spine. Your file will be sent to you in PDF format.
Yes, we provide KDP covers which include front, back, and spine. Your file will be sent to you in PDF format.
CAN I SEE A MOCKUP OF MY COVER BEFORE I SUBMIT MY PAYMENT?
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide mockups before purchase due to the high volume of orders.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide mockups before purchase due to the high volume of orders.
DO YOU DO COVER REDESIGNS/REVAMPS?
If you already have a book cover design but would like to give it a revamp, we may be able to help. Please contact us for further information.
If you already have a book cover design but would like to give it a revamp, we may be able to help. Please contact us for further information.
CAN YOU PROVIDE ME WITH THE PSD FILE ONCE MY COVER IS COMPLETED?
We do not provide editable, layered PSD files of our covers. Should you require an adjustment to your cover after completion, please contact us. We are happy to discuss any changes you require.
We do not provide editable, layered PSD files of our covers. Should you require an adjustment to your cover after completion, please contact us. We are happy to discuss any changes you require.
DO I OWN SOLE RIGHTS TO THE PHOTOGRAPH USED IN THE COVER DESIGN?
No, but you do own sole rights to the actual cover design we produce for you. Although we do purchase stock images for use due to their exceptional quality, we invariably add additional textures and/or other design elements to the image to create a final e-book cover that is completely unique.
No, but you do own sole rights to the actual cover design we produce for you. Although we do purchase stock images for use due to their exceptional quality, we invariably add additional textures and/or other design elements to the image to create a final e-book cover that is completely unique.
DO YOU OFFER UNLIMITED REVISIONS?
For our premade cover designs, we do not offer unlimited revisions. However, we do offer unlimited revisions for custom orders.
For our premade cover designs, we do not offer unlimited revisions. However, we do offer unlimited revisions for custom orders.
HOW LONG DO YOUR CUSTOM COVERS TAKE?
Depending on the package you choose, the initial drafts are generally provided within 4-5 business days. For larger packages, expect an additional 5-7 business days. Once you have chosen the design you'd like to go with, you will receive your completed cover within 48 hours.
Depending on the package you choose, the initial drafts are generally provided within 4-5 business days. For larger packages, expect an additional 5-7 business days. Once you have chosen the design you'd like to go with, you will receive your completed cover within 48 hours.