Covers are such a big part of children’s books — sometimes they’re the very thing that makes a child (or a parent!) pull a book off the shelf. But what really catches the eye? Is it bold colours, playful characters, elegant typography… or something else entirely? Personally, I’m always drawn to typographic covers — a beautiful font or even a clever bit of photo manipulation mixed with the text instantly grabs my attention. So tell me: what’s the first thing you notice on a cover that makes you want to open the book? 💜📚

The look of your book matters just as much as the words. Use this space to talk about covers, typography, spreads, and formatting. 👉 Share draft covers or page layouts for feedback. 👉 Ask about trim sizes, fonts, or design tips. Let’s help each other create books that are a joy to read and look at.