Make your book impossible to ignore!
Great ideas need great presentation — not just to be seen, but to be believed. Your book cover is the first test. It decides who picks it up, who takes it seriously, and who never gives it a second glance.
Forget “nice.” We don’t do surface-level graphics. We design visual authority. Covers that make your book feel inevitable — like it already belongs on bestseller tables and inside executive boardrooms. Not Canva! Not generic. This is branding at its boldest — your voice, your vision, your value, distilled into a single unforgettable image.
Whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, or memoir — we sculpt your book’s first impression with emotional intelligence, high-concept visuals, and strategic seduction.
We are Manuscript Makers — We don’t design covers. We dress books for power.
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You didn’t spend months — maybe years
— writing a book just to have readers skim past it.
But that’s exactly what happens when your book cover design doesn’t match the emotional weight of your words.
It’s not always the better book that wins attention.
It’s the one that looks like it belongs on the shortlist, the one that whispers read me before a single sentence is spoken.
Most books fail not because they’re bad — but because they’re ignored. And in today’s publishing reality, invisibility costs more than just pride.
It costs:
1. Media attention
2. Shelf space
3. Reader trust
4. And the momentum you worked so hard to build
At Manuscript Makers, we know what a lazy visual can cost you.
We’ve seen powerful writing watered down by generic visuals, and off-the-shelf design that says nothing about the voice within.
That’s why we assign illustrators who don’t just interpret a brief — they study your manuscript, absorb its tone, and create visuals that couldn’t belong to any other book but yours.
What you’ll walk away with:
1. Covers that command space — on shelves and screens.
2. Interior art that deepens your story’s emotional cadence.
3. A visual identity that readers remember and respect.
No stock filler. Just legacy-level visuals, built by people who understand what’s at stake.
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Striking Visuals. Built for Impact. Designed for What’s Next.
You didn’t come this far to play small.
Let’s get your book ready — and make sure the world knows what it’s holding.
Cover Design
Your project helps fund the tools and pipelines we’re quietly building behind the scenes — tech that will soon reshape how books get discovered, bought, and taught.
Disruptive Minimalist
You’ve seen the covers that stop people in their tracks. Now it’s your turn. For thought-leaders, memoirists, and nonfiction authors looking to command respect with clean, iconic covers. No clutter. No guesswork. Just magnetic simplicity that stands out on billboards, phones, and bookshelves alike. This is your chance to shine.
Own your space with confidence, creativity and clarity.
Slots: 10 slots per month.
Interactive Book Covers
For cult books or future fanbase magnets: we design a second, exclusive “Fan Art” edition cover in collaboration with illustrators—perfect for collector drops, merch, and digital campaigns. With the option to add QR codes, AR elements, or hidden visuals that link readers to exclusive book trailers, author interviews, or companion content.
Turn your cover into a portal for deeper engagement.
Slots: 15 Slots per month.
3D Mockup Suite
We know that first impressions sell books. That’s why our 3D Mockup Suite gives you every angle—paperback, hardcover, eBook, audiobook, tablet, phone, Instagram ad, and storefront banners—packaged for instant upload. We optimize each file for high conversion so you capture attention from day one.
One cover. A dozen avatars. All click-worthy—built to convert.
Slots: 10 slots per month.
Back-list Refresh
Land bookstore meetings, media requests, and reader trust by giving older titles a fresh life: we analyze current market trends and genre bestsellers, then rework your backlist’s covers to align with today’s reader expectations. Whether you’re switching to bold color blocking or updated imagery, we breathe new buzz into classics. One makeover. Infinite second chances at selling.
Revive, repackage and reignite sales with a cover that feels brand-new.
Slots: 6 slots per month..
Character Portrait
Great books don’t just read well — they look unforgettable. Instead of generic silhouettes, we commission illustrators to study and render your protagonist or key figure—down to their expressions, attire, and environment. This bespoke portrait approach forges an emotional bond, inviting readers to meet your characters before opening the first page.
Make readers fall in love with your hero instantly.
Slot: 12 slots available per month
Multi-Volumes
For authors planning trilogies or multi-volume sagas: we design a unified visual framework—color palettes, emblematic icons, spine alignments—so each installment stands alone yet forms a powerful set on the shelf. Think collectible vibe, buildable aesthetic, and franchise-level branding. So cohesive, each cover sells the next—before they’ve even read the blurb.
Convert one-off buyers into series addicts with cohesive branding.
Slots: 12 Slot available each month
What Our Customers Say
Seeing my story splashed across a Lagos billboard was surreal. Commuters snapped photos, tagged me on social media, and sales spiked in West Africa overnight. It didn’t just boost visibility—it built real street-level buzz.
Rasheed Bello (Billboard Design)
When I saw the new covers, I said, “That’s the version I meant all along.” It felt right. It felt sharp. It felt viral. These aren’t just designers. They’re viral book revivalists—and my sales say so.
Theo Masinga (Back-list Refresh)
Their stark, minimalist design captured every ounce of my book’s tension. Each element, color scheme, font, negative space— carried intention. I cried when I first saw it. Preorders jumped 40% in the first week.
Lola Davis (Disruptive Minimalist)
The portrait designed for my characters felt like they’d climbed inside my imagination. For the first time, my writing didn’t feel amateur. It felt immortal. I felt on top of the world.
Halima Noor (Character Portrait)
You know that sinking feeling when your book’s about to launch but the visuals feel like a Canva afterthought? Yeah, I had that. They rescued me from that doomed design.
Tariro Chikonde (Interactive Covers)
Every pixel felt loaded with meaning. The avatars didn’t just represent the book; it framed it. You feel it immediately, these are not artist, these are badass creative strategists.
Zara Kabwe (3D Mockup Suite)
I’ve worked with illustrators who follow the brief. These ones read the book. There were brush-strokes in the final image that nodded to scenes I didn’t even flag. You don’t get that from Fiverr, you don’t get that from AI. You get that from people who give a damn.
Tariq Sanni (Illustrative Art)
People kept asking what’s your story about? But it’s hard to explain that in one paragraph. The trailer from Manuscript Makers did it for me in 59 seconds. I felt like my imagination had stepped out and introduced itself. I uploaded the link, and the rest is history.
Morgan Davis (Book Trailer)
A mural in Yaba turned my book into public property. That was the genius of Manuscript Makers. The words stayed the same— only now, the story’s no longer mine. This one has finally gone beyond the book store. It’s out on the street, living in people’s hearts and minds.
Folu Otulaja (Street Graffiti)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start with cover design?
Select the service you want (e.g., Disruptive Minimalist, Character Portrait). Click it, upload your design brief (title, author name, genre, summary or first chapters), make payment, and you’re all set. We’ll call you within 15 minutes to confirm details and begin.
What does the brief need to include?
Basic details like your book title, author name, target genre (fiction/non-fiction plus subgenre), preferred color palette, and either a summary or first 3–5 chapters (max 10,000 words). If you have existing artwork, feel free to include that too.
Do I need the full manuscript?
Not at all—you can upload a summary, an excerpt or the first three chapters. The goal is to get enough context for tone, world setting, and character.
Can I choose multiple cover design services?
Yes! After selecting your primary service, the interface gives you optional add-ons (e.g. 3D mockups, Fan Art edition, backlist refresh). Just tick the extras before uploading and paying.
Is pricing fixed?
Yes. Every service has a clear, upfront price. Select your package, upload your brief, pay, and then we start your project.
How many slots are available each month?
We keep our numbers low on purpose — just 10 Disruptive Minimalists, 15 Interactive Covers, 10 3D Mockup Suites, 6 Backlist Refreshes, 12 Character Portraits, and 12 Trilogy Frameworks each month — because this isn’t factory work. It’s tailored strategy. Each cover we create is art that earns its place — built to resonate, convert, and stand out. We’re not just designers; we’re creative strategists who test, refine, and build visuals that sell your story, not just sit pretty.
What happens after I submit and pay?
We’ll call you within 15 minutes to confirm receipt, clarify any questions, and ensure we fully understand your vision before designs begin.
How long does design take?
Expect a turnaround of 7–10 working days for most covers, with 3–5 more if you’re adding extras. But we don’t just work by the clock — we work by care. During our kickoff call, we align on what matters to you. Because here, you’re not just a client. You’re a storyteller we believe in. We’re not here to rush you through. We’re here to build something real — something that honors your words and earns its place in the world.
Be One of the First to Shape What’s Next!
We’re inviting a small group of early authors into our Founding Circle
A private beta group where you’ll get an AI-Powered Cover Intelligence Tool.
Use if you want to:
1. Explore real world data on best selling covers.
2. Layout options, color schemes— illustration directions — privately and quickly.
3. Test different styles before committing
4. Share visual references with your illustrator
5. Tighten your brief and save time on revisions
6. Test your cover’s actual selling power — before launch
[Apply to the Founding Circle →]
Our Values
01
Fearless Ideas
We chase ideas that shake the table — not just trends. Expect bold moves and smarter methods.
02
Editorial Precision
Seasoned editors, ruthless about clarity, gentle with voice. Excellence isn’t optional.
03
True Partnership
We don’t ghost. We co-create. Your story gets our full attention, every step of the way.
Make your book the next viral trend!