WORK THAT TURNS MANUSCRIPTS INTO MARKET-READY MASTERPIECES
WORK THAT TURNS MANUSCRIPTS INTO MARKET-READY MASTERPIECES
Covers, interiors, illustrations, trailers, and author brands built by KBS
50+ projects delivered / Designed for Amazon + IngramSpark + Print
CASE STUDIES
Cake Vs. Pie Cover Design
This book cover for Cake vs Pie uses bold, story-driven visuals to instantly communicate genre and tone. The opposing characters and desserts create a clear sense of playful rivalry and romantic tension, while distinct typography and warm, rich colors reinforce its contemporary romance appeal.
From a creative studio perspective, the design blends storytelling with strong marketing impact. Composition, styling, and the tagline work together to capture attention and convey the book’s personality at a glance, resulting in a cover that strengthens the author’s brand and attracts the target audience.
What we did
- Concept development and creative direction
- Character composition and visual storytelling
- Custom typography and title treatment
- Color grading and genre-specific styling
- Final cover design for digital and print formats
Timeline
1 week from concept to final delivery
Doon Interior Layout Design
This book layout design for Doon blends cinematic imagery with refined typography to create an immersive reading experience. Each spread is thoughtfully composed, pairing narrative text with atmospheric, full-bleed visuals that echo the story’s theatrical themes. Clean hierarchy, elegant type choices, and subtle overlays guide the reader’s eye while maintaining a modern, elevated aesthetic.
From a creative studio perspective, the project showcases how layout, illustration, and typography can work together to enhance storytelling. Custom-designed visuals and curated design techniques add depth and emotion to each chapter, transforming the book into a visually engaging journey that strengthens the author’s voice and reader connection.
What we did
- Interior book layout and typographic system design
- Custom visual direction and illustrations
- Chapter openers and full-spread illustration integration
- Print-ready formatting and production setup
Timeline
6–8 weeks from concept to final production files
Cake Vs. Pie Book Trailer
This animated book trailer was designed to translate the manuscript’s rich, emotionally driven storytelling into a cinematic visual experience. Centered on themes of love, creativity, and fleeting moments of magic, the trailer draws viewers into a world where artistry and human connection intersect. Inspired by the manuscript’s tone and character dynamics, we developed a visual language that feels both intimate and imaginative—using handcrafted illustrations and layered animation to mirror the story’s sense of wonder and urgency.
From concept through final production, every element was carefully orchestrated to reflect the author’s voice while elevating it for a digital audience. The pacing, narration, and soundscape were built to evoke the same emotional resonance found on the page—blending expressive voiceover, atmospheric sound design, and cinematic scoring. The result is a polished, immersive trailer that not only introduces the story, but invites viewers to feel it.
What we did
- Scriptwriting and narrative adaptation from the manuscript
- Custom illustration design and animation production
- Professional voiceover casting and direction
- Sound design, sound effects, and final audio mix
- Full trailer editing and production
Timeline
2–3 weeks from concept development to final delivery
COVER DESIGN
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INTERIOR LAYOUT FORMATTING
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ILLUSTRATIONS
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BOOK TRAILERS
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OUR HAPPY CUSTOMERS
“I absolutely love Housekeeper’s Code. Such an inspirational read from Chapter one till the end. I can’t wait for the next book.”
“I Should’ve Been A Cowboy was such a joy-filled journey. It makes me wish I was a cowboy.”
“I wish I knew about this book club earlier. So many enchanting books, so little time! I couldn’t put DOON down. Magical. Romantic. Just what I needed!!”
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