I'm Lisa...the graphic designer who partners with authors to help them influence the world with their books.
I provide authors with the large publishing house quality book design services they deserve as well as consultations for the self-publishing process.
I've been designing BOOK COVERS & INTERIORS since 2003 and began my career learning the dos and don'ts of book design from large publishing houses. Since 2010 I have partnered my skills and expertise with self-publishing authors to bring the highest level of professional book design services directly to them.
Other design services include crossover brand identity and marketing materials an author needs:
• Card decks
• Logo design (brand identity system)
• Course workbooks
• Opt-in PDFs
• Postcards + bookmarks
• Social media graphics (marketing design)
• Speaking event display signage, etc.
I love working one-on-one directly with authors to bring their book vision to life. It is always a thrill to experience a first-time author's excitement of seeing their manuscript look like a "real book" after they get the cover design concepts all the way through to the first proof PDF of the full interior.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
"YOU are making this MORE than I could have dreamed of! You are THE PERFECT PERSON to be doing my book. Not only are you excellent at what you do, but I am falling in love with your heart in the process. I’m so glad to be partnering with you!" ~ Ginger E. "The Word Way"
"I truly appreciate your support, education, and attention to detail. Thank you so much for your dedication to making this book shine." ~ Katie H. "Charlie Learns About Her Allergies"
"Lisa is so buttoned up in her process. She'd send me a proof then there was a questionnaire I'd fill out. Everything is well documented." ~ Dubb A. "From The Cult To The Kingdom"
"I was not sure how the process would work and self-publishing my first book, it was daunting. Lisa guided me through the entire process with clarity and respect." Bethann M. "The Invitation"
"As a first-time author, I honestly had no idea how the process of creating a book worked. As well, I had no clue as to what I wanted my book to look like. Lisa was amazing to work with all along the way! Great patience, as I learned details, as she explained each step clearly. When I had questions (and there were many!), she always responded quickly and with grace. Best of all, she took what was stirring in my heart and created a beautiful book that put my heart on paper!" Sue D. "Whispers and Wonder"
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