I believed, stupidly, that once I had the main story written that the other bits and bobs would fall into place in a matter of weeks.
How silly of me. (Naive I think is the word.)
Editing took a long time mainly down to me. But the evolution of the cover was the work of Sara. She asked for an outline of the book. I sent it on, along with a draft copy. Then there were a few telephone calls and much to my delight I received the first idea. Here it is:
The debate began. A few suggestions were made and this was the next idea,
which we liked but the problem was Harry the seagull had been cut from the story.
So back to the drawing board and then with Harry cut, deleted, the next debate was the title and the type face (font) colours etc.
Finally this was the final image.
Did we get it right or wrong? Everyone’s opinion is appreciated.
I love the final choice. To me it makes a person want to open the book and read it; in other words, it’s inviting.
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Thank you Judy. Nice to hear we got it right
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Reblogged this on decidinglybob and commented:
Writing your novel or story is simply the start of a long process. The book cover was one I enjoyed and another lesson in the art and patience of an illustrator
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Finding the right road often has many twists and turns. You nailed it. Love it so much!!
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Thank you, Yes Sara did a great job on this cover for me. I am happy you like it.Thank you for commenting.
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You made a great choice. The school house is the dominant part of the cover and the pathway leads you into the school house and into the book. The overall impression is warm and inviting.
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Thank you. Delighted you like the cover. I am hoping others agree and like the inside just as much.
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