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Designer: Alejandro C.
Frankenstein
Mary Shelley (New illustrated edition)
Designed by Alejandro C.
Available to hire ⏺"Frankenstein is an enduring icon that has been reimagined countless times, though the creature's true appearance often remains ambiguous. My challenge was to faithfully capture Mary Shelley’s original vision. For the slipcase design, I imagined a scientific sketch—a conceptual blueprint of the creature's face, as if drawn by Victor himself. This creates a striking contrast: the slipcase shows the creature in its 'draft' phase, while the book cover depicts it fully realized, in flesh and blood."
Designer: Barış Ş.
Designer: Jason A.
Of Friction
Designed by Jason A.
Available to hire ⏺"The priority was to create a consistent series look across all three books, focusing on the protagonist's arm transformation as the story progresses. S.J. prefers minimalist compositions and wanted to pay homage to the Southern Reach series, which was a big influence. We used a gridded title treatment and a textured background interacting with the protagonist's hand, tied to the book's events. These core elements will be carried through the entire series."
Designer: Rafal K.
The Forest of Damned Souls
Designed by Rafal K.
Available to hire ⏺"It's a Scottish thriller featuring a fresh female constable solving mysterious crimes in the vast Scottish woods, blending thriller, fantasy, and a sci-fi twist. Scottish thrillers are often straightforward, with covers focusing on the main character or motifs. I wanted to go beyond that, highlighting the genre's greatest asset—mystery—without sacrificing artistic quality. The cover itself is a riddle, with the solution revealed only by reading the story, adding intrigue and depth."
Designer: Nejc P.
Model Village
Designed by Nejc P.
Available to hire ⏺"The book is a dystopian novel about a shadowy authoritarian figure terrorizing a small Cotswold village. The cover needed to balance the village's cozy atmosphere with the looming fear of change. Inspired by Olly Moss and vintage Penguin covers of 1984, I used distinct color, shapes, and composition to convey the dystopian themes. A subtle visual easter egg is hidden in the design: the eye color on the cover matches that of the main character, adding a personal touch to the artwork."
Designer: Betty M.
Designer: Nuno M.
Rapture of the Deep
Designed by Nuno M.
Available to hire ⏺"This cover features a striking, minimalist design that captures the themes of dystopia and Afro-futurism. The contrast between the textured, cracked background and the smooth figure creates a tension that aligns with dystopian narratives. Sharp, geometric typography reinforces modernity and futurism, while the muted palette of reds, blacks, and grays enhances the bleak atmosphere. The overall composition is visually balanced but evokes a sense of unease and contemplation."
Designer: Marta B. G.
Designer: Nada B.
Daughters of Men
Designed by Nada B.
Available to hire ⏺"This book blends contemporary women’s fiction, literary, speculative fiction, with science fiction and paranormal elements. The author wanted an intriguing, modern, and fresh approach. I chose a quirky mix of photographic and illustrated images to highlight the surreal elements while grounding the story in a relatable world. I took an abstract approach, combining characters, places, and surreal elements to create an atmosphere that invites readers into the story's unique mood."
Designer: Matthew R.
The World, Silently Spinning
Designed by Matthew R.
Available to hire ⏺"The aim of this design was to evoke a sense of quiet malevolence and dread, capturing the tone of the prose. We wanted to hint at the horror genre without resorting to a garish or overt design. The stag horns, while suggesting their source, also serve as abstract shapes. I used ample negative space and ensured the design interacted with the typography, creating a symbiotic effect rarely seen in traditional horror covers."
Designer: Vince H.
Designer: Rafael A.
Designer: Daniel Benneworth-Gray
Designer: Caroline Teagle J.
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