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Do you need a pro or can you DIY?

Jean M. Cogdell's avatarJean's Writing

I’ve read good and bad about both.

But there must be a good way to DIY.

As a writer, unless we’ve hit the NYTBest Seller list on our first time at bat, we need an affordable good book cover.

So how can I do that?

One thing I do know, is the right tools are a must!

tools

Taking a hammer to my computer won’t help, sigh.

This article is packed with tips to help us look at our designs.

Not only will you find great tips to maximize your book cover, there are links, and specific specs to get you started.

So if, or when you’re ready to take the leap, be ready.

This sounds like it’s not for the faint of heart, but doable.

Check out this article Written by Rob Nightingale:

8 Self-Publishing Secrets For Designing An eBook Cover

This one is going in my research file.

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About The Owl Lady

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Viv Drewa is a Michigan native who has enjoyed reading and writing since 1963. Though she studied medicinal chemistry at the University of Michigan, her passion has always been writing. She had been awarded third place for her nonfiction short story about her grandfather's escape from Poland. Later, she rewrote this story and was published in the "Polish American Journal" as "From the Pages of Grandfather's Life" and has republished it on Amazon.com as a short story. Viv took creative and journalism courses to help in her transition to fulfill her dream of becoming a writer. She worked as an intern for Port Huron's 'The Times Herald", and also wrote, edited and did the layout or the Blue Water Multiple Sclerosis newsletter "Thumb Prints." She also has a business promoting authors. Owl and Pussycat Book Promotions. Viv, her husband Bob and their cat Princess, live in Port Huron, Michigan.

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