Thorns of Silverwood by Sheena Blake
Client Overview
Sheena Blake, a visionary author, approached Pivotal with her enchanting novel Thorns of Silverwood. A story filled with vivid imagery and captivating narratives deserved a book design and publication process that matched its depth and creativity. Sheena needed assistance with cover design, book formatting, and seamless publishing on Amazon KDP.
Project Scope
The project involved three key phases:
Cover Design: Crafting an eye-catching, genre-appropriate book cover that resonates with Sheena’s target audience.
Interior Formatting: Ensuring a flawless layout for both paperback and eBook formats, enhancing readability and aesthetic appeal.
Publishing Assistance: Guiding Sheena through the intricacies of Amazon KDP, ensuring a smooth and efficient publishing process.
Our Approach
Understanding the Vision: We began with a detailed consultation to understand Sheena’s vision for Thorns of Silverwood. This included identifying key themes and stylistic preferences for the cover and interior design.
Design Execution: Our design team created a stunning cover that captured the essence of the story, blending rich colors and thematic elements to appeal to fantasy readers.
Meticulous Formatting: Using professional tools like Adobe InDesign and MS Word, we formatted the manuscript for both print and digital platforms. Attention was given to typography, margins, and overall layout to ensure a seamless reading experience.
Amazon KDP Publishing: We supported Sheena throughout the KDP setup process, from uploading files to finalise formatting the manuscript for print and digital platforms using professional tools like Adobe InDesign and MS WordTypography, margins, and overall layout were given attention to book details and categories, making the book readily accessible to readers worldwide.
Results
A Polished and Market-Ready Book: Thorns of Silverwood was transformed into a professionally designed publication that stood out in the competitive marketplace.
Successful Launch on Amazon KDP: The book was published without technical setbacks, ensuring a smooth launch for Sheena’s audience.
Positive Feedback: The final product received glowing praise from Sheena and readers alike, with the cover design and formatting frequently highlighted as key elements that elevated the book’s presentation.
Client Testimonial
"Working with Pivotal was a game-changer for me. They took my vision and brought it to life with professionalism and creativity. Every detail was handled with care, from the stunning cover to the flawless formatting. I couldn’t have done it without them!"
— Sheena Blake, Author of Thorns of Silverwood
Conclusion
The collaboration on Thorns of Silverwood showcases Pivotal’s ability to blend creativity with precision, delivering exceptional results for authors. We are proud to have been part of Sheena’s publishing journey and look forward to helping more authors bring their stories to life.
