With the advent of digital technology (print-on-demand or POD), in the late '90s, it became possible for virtually anyone to self-publish, or even open a small press. Out-of-print titles were suddenly given a new life and stories that otherwise would have been unheard, became available world-wide, as authors took advantage of POD. Family recipes, memoirs and diaries could now be professionally printed and bound and given as gifts and cottage industries sprang up across the Internet.

What wasn't available though, was cost-effective book cover design that gave the author/publisher full control of the project, but was still able to ace the glance test.That's where we come in.

Since December, 1999, Book Cover Express has been offering a full range of book cover design services to independent and traditional publishers. We offere very competitive prices and fast turn-around-times, but didn't cut corners. All of our software (we use Adobe PhotoShop and Adobe Illustrator to create covers), licensed images and fonts are industry-standard and our files can be used for both offset and digital presses, which is not possible with files created in some popular consumer software programs.

Cathi Stevenson is the company founder and only front cover designer. Becoming a book cover designer was a natural progression for Cathi, who has a degree in Psychology and English, and a strong background in printing and publishing that goes back to 1981. She also worked as a writer, editor and page designer for many years, with the advertising department of the largest newspaper in Atlantic Canada.

Having worked alongside the presses, she can offer sound advice based on practical experience when it comes to designing for print. But, it's her advertising background that causes her to pay special attention to how your book cover will look online. That small thumbnail is one of the most important promotional tools your book has. That is why Book Cover Express specializes in creating simple, clean designs that are eye-catching both online and off.

Scott Anderson is a highly-skilled, technical communications specialist who joined the Book Cover Express team in 2005. Scott handles many of the back cover layouts and templates for the company. His technical expertise and ability to streamline the cover design production process is an invaluable asset to Book Cover Express.