Just for the heck of it - another cover concept?

[mary_j_59]

I love deirdrej's cover art, in the icon - it says so much about the story and its themes. But covers are difficult! I don't suppose I will have much say in any of my covers, if my books get published, but I've been wondering exactly what a good cover should do. It should intrigue potential readers, convey a mood, and give some information about the book

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[duniazade]

I like your cover concept much better - it's intriguing and it would make me buy the book. The other one makes me go "oh, just another heroic fantasy" (sorry!).

[mary_j_59]

Um - thanks! The thing about Deirdre's concept is that it makes the most sense after one has read the book. A cover, though, has to attract someone who knows nothing about it. In the case of my concept - I wish I'd been able to detach the kid from his original background more cleanly and that the two moons in the background were clearer. But I do think it conveys the MC's serious character, the mood, and the genre(s) pretty well.

I adore my sister and her artwork, and I really love the colors she chose - they are reflected in my author page. But covers are tricky. I wonder what I'll actually end up with if/when I get published?

[mary_j_59]

BTw, did you take a look at my book trailer on my author page? Yes, I know I'm getting ahead of myself! But I'm rather proud of it. :) The page is http://mjohnsonstories.net

[duniazade]

I have now - nicely done!

I couldn't find where to subscribe to the blog, though.

[mary_j_59]

Oh, dear. I thought I'd included an RSS feed button? If not, I'll go and correct that.

[mary_j_59]

Found it! If you click on the link "Book reviews...", there is an RSS button you can click on to subscribe. BTW, I should probably change the title, "Book Reviews and other thoughts", since I'm linking to my Goodreads reviews and haven't actually posted any reviews here!

[duniazade]

Got it - thanks!