Design Services
Optional services are available for creators who want additional, hands-on support at specific stages of the publishing process. These services are never required and are offered to complement the educational resources and community support available through 9 Iron Media.
Presenting Your Work Clearly and Accurately Across Formats
A book’s cover plays a practical role in how a work is presented and distributed. Beyond visual appeal, covers must meet specific technical requirements to function correctly across ebook and print platforms. Cover design and layout support is available for creators who want professional assistance navigating both the visual and technical aspects of this stage.
This service focuses on clarity, accuracy, and compatibility—while respecting the author’s creative direction and ownership of their work.
What This Service Focuses On
Cover Design & Layout support helps creators:
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Prepare covers that display correctly across eBook and print formats
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Align visual elements with technical platform requirements
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Ensure consistency between cover files and interior specifications
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Avoid common technical issues that delay or complicate distribution
The emphasis is on producing reliable, platform-ready cover files—not on marketing performance or sales outcomes.
What’s Included
Depending on the needs of a project, cover design and layout support may include:
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Cover Design Assistance
Visual layout and design support guided by the author’s preferences, genre context, and project goals. -
Print Cover Layout
Preparation of full-wrap print covers, including spine and back cover layout, aligned with trim size and page count specifications. -
Ebook Cover Preparation
Proper sizing, resolution, and formatting for digital storefront requirements. -
Technical Alignment
Verification that cover files meet common platform standards for file type, dimensions, and resolution.
All final cover files are delivered to the author, who retains full ownership and control.
What’s Not Included
To avoid confusion, this service does not involve:
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Editorial review or content changes
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Marketing strategy or performance optimization
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Sales guarantees or promotional placement
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Platform submission or account management
The focus remains on preparation and presentation, not outcomes.
When This Service Is Most Helpful
Cover Design & Layout support is typically most useful when:
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A manuscript has completed editing and formatting
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The author is preparing for ebook and/or print distribution
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Technical requirements feel unclear or time-consuming
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Professional assistance would reduce friction at this stage
Some creators prefer to design covers independently; others value support to ensure accuracy and consistency. Both approaches are valid.
Ownership and Creative Direction
Authors maintain full ownership of their work and final creative decisions. Design support is collaborative and guided by the creator’s input, goals, and preferences.
Nothing in this service limits future use, revisions, or redistribution of the work.
Get in Touch
Choosing additional support is a personal decision based on your goals, timeline, and comfort with the process. These services are offered to provide assistance when helpful.
If you have questions about whether this service is a good fit for your project, you’re welcome to reach out.