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       Covers in 3,2,1
       By: JR Date: January 8, 2018, 3:01 am
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       I thought I had saved the link to the blog on cover design, but
       apparently I didn't. I searched the net, and couldn't find it.
       So. Here's my guide to cover design.
       Use only three colors. There can be variety in the lightness and
       darkness, but stick to the three colors.
       Use only two fonts. I have seen this in a couple places.
       Have only one written focal point. The author name should not
       compete with the title. Neither should the series name or
       subtitle, if you have either one. Keep the title the main
       attraction.
       Have only one visual focal point. That can be a cluster, say two
       people close together, but have only one visual focal point. And
       center it!
       Draw the eye toward the center. You want folks to give the book
       attention, so be very careful what goes off the cover.
       Background stuff like mountains or trees can be chopped off, but
       not animals or people. Also, we tend to look where others are
       looking, so don't have anyone, or any animals, looking off to
       the side. Everyone should look toward the center, or out at the
       reader.  This is true for pictures within the book, as well.
       I think that's all the tips I have. At least at present.  Hope
       this helps others.
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       Re: Covers in 3,2,1
       By: TheFantastical Date: January 9, 2018, 10:32 am
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       That is great! Thank you :)
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