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Professionally Illustrated Artistic Cover

The fact is, people DO judge books by their covers--self-published authors must ensure people are impressed with theirs. Outskirts Press offers custom illustrated book covers to give authors complete creative control & make their book totally unique.

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People DO judge books by their covers — and sometimes stock photography simply isn’t enough.

When your vision requires original characters, a unique artistic style, or a fully imagined world, a custom illustration may be the only way to bring your book to life.

This option is designed for authors who need something truly one-of-a-kind — artwork created from scratch, specifically for their story, tone, and audience.

Custom illustrated covers can be used for paperbacks, hardbacks, digital editions, audiobooks, and all marketing materials.

Get Original Artwork Created Exclusively for Your Book


If you want a cover illustration drawn specifically for your book — based on your characters, setting, and creative direction — this option is for you.

Our professional illustrators create custom artwork that cannot be replicated through stock imagery or photo manipulation. Every element is built intentionally to reflect your story’s tone and genre.

A custom illustrated cover is especially effective when:

  • Your book features fantasy, sci-fi, or world-building elements that don’t exist in stock photography
  • You need original character artwork
  • You’re publishing a children’s book that requires a cohesive illustrated style
  • You’re building a branded series with consistent artistic continuity
  • Your creative vision demands something completely unique

If your concept can be achieved effectively with professional stock image design, a standard custom cover may be the more cost-effective choice. This illustrated option is reserved for projects that truly require original artwork.

Fully illustrated covers deliver a distinctive, premium look that can elevate your book’s presentation — especially in genres where illustration is expected or essential.

You can feel confident placing your cover in the hands of our experienced illustrators, who work closely with you to translate your vision into compelling original art.


Series Positioning

Illustrated covers are particularly powerful for series branding.

Think of iconic fantasy and middle-grade series — while each book features different imagery, the illustration style remains consistent, building instant recognition and long-term brand value.

Examples of Series

The Avant Champion: Rising by C.B. Samet published by Outskirts Press The Avant Champion: Honor by C.B. Samet  published by Outskirts Press

Examples of Custom Illustrated Covers – Adult Titles

Darkest Betrayals by Bella Rayne published by Outskirts Press Betraying the Dragon by Robert G. Kay published by Outskirts Press The Statement by Albert Stark published by Outskirts Press The Last Soldier: Nature of the Beast by James Weatherford published by Outskirts Press

Examples of Custom Illustrated Covers – Adult Titles

Nathan and the Note Nerd by Carole Young published by Outskirts Press The Trailer Park King by Steven Moseley published by Outskirts Press One Wacky Wasp by Brent Sampson published by Outskirts Press Micropolis - The Adventure of Johnny Redblood by Cory Mertes published by Outskirts Press


For more information on how the Professionally Illustrated Artistic Cover process works, click here.