eBook and Paperback Book Cover Design Using Canva and Gimp
Self-Publishing? Create your own professional looking book covers; ready to upload to major retailers and distributors.
4.43 (471 reviews)
3 017
students
4 hours
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Feb 2021
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$14.99
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What you will learn
Find inspiration for your book covers as well as free, cheap or premium images without infringing upon someone else's copyright
Understand the technical terms used in image design such as image size, file size, aspect ratios and color modes as well as what file type to use when uploading to your chosen platforms.
Know the current specifications for print book, eBook and catalogue covers on major platforms like Amazon and Smashwords.
Design an eBook catalogue cover in Canva using either a template or your own specifications and images
Work out the specifications for a paperback book cover or generate one in Createspace, and then design your cover in Canva with a little image manipulating in Gimp.
Set up and design book covers in Gimp using layer masks and blend modes to create interesting effects.
Convert your catalogue cover images and paperback book cover images to a suitable size to embed within your ebooks.
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Our Verdict
This 4.43 global rating course, with 3014 subscribers, offers in-depth lessons for eBook & paperback cover design using Canva and Gimp. Standout strengths include covering technical terms for beginners and providing real-world specifications for distribution platforms like Amazon and Smashwords. Addressing a few reported cons, the creator might consider updating the video demos to reflect the current version of Canva and offering two separate courses: one with simple design methods, and another delving into advanced techniques. Overall, this course is an excellent starting point for aspiring authors on Udemy aiming to save thousands in book cover designs while gaining full control over their publications.
What We Liked
- Comprehensive coverage of both Canva and Gimp, providing a solid foundation for designing eBook and paperback book covers
- Straightforward explanations of technical terms used in image design, making it accessible to beginners
- Real-world specifications provided for major platforms like Amazon and Smashwords, ensuring designs are ready for distribution
- Step-by-step instructions on creating eBook catalog covers and paperback book covers
Potential Drawbacks
- Some users mention a difference between the video demo's interface and the current version of Canva
- A few users find the course too lengthy; condensing into two separate courses could be beneficial for in-depth and beginner learners respectively
- Lack of an introduction on how to download GIMP on different platforms
- Some rapid pacing may make it challenging to keep up or write down exact measurements and tricks
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26/11/2015
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08/08/2019
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