Ryan Williamson
Figured it would be fun to make images of characters holding copies of the books they appear in, so here goes—some of mine and some from books I like. These were all generated with DALL-E 3. Mary Anne O’Sullivan, The Widow’s Son Zarahemla Two Crows, A Fistful of Demons Sister Magdalena, The Spear of Destiny … Continue reading Characters Holding Novels They Appear In
I’ll admit right off the bat that I’m not an illustrator. I have no drawing or painting talent whatsoever (aside from stick figure cartoons that my kids find mildly amusing). But one thing I’m somewhat good at is digital remixing of other people’s art.
Book trailers are an important, but often overlooked part of your marketing strategy. Book trailers can make a lasting impression, for good or for ill.
Your book cover has one job: make browsers stop scrolling and click “Buy Now.” Generic templates and amateur covers are invisible. You need professional design that captures your book’s essence and signals you’re worth their time. I’ve been doing this for over twenty years—simple or complex, realistic or abstract, any genre. Fast turnaround, competitive pricing, free consultation with mockup before you commit. Your cover isn’t decoration—it’s marketing. It’s a billboard for your author brand that needs to grab attention in thumbnail size, communicate genre instantly, and differentiate you from competition. In a crowded market, your cover is your competitive edge.
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