Covers are such an important marketing tool for a book. They make a first impression on a reader before any of our words can. I've been blessed with some lovely covers, and when I decided to publish a book independently, I worried about finding a designer that would be able to match the work done by my traditional publisher's art department. This book cover had the extra pressure of continuing … [Read more...]
Cover Reveal & Series Sale
I'm thrilled to share the cover for Book 3 in my Texas Ever After series with you today. Reimagining classic fairy tales in an old west environment has been so much fun, and the covers that the design team at Bethany House has produced have been some of the best I've ever had. This one is no exception. Cloaked in Beauty entwines "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Sleeping Beauty" for a romantic tale … [Read more...]
Cover Reveal
My Texas Ever After series has been officially launched, and I've been so pleased by the reception Fairest of Heart has been receiving! Readers are loving the Snow White retelling with Titus and Penelope, but one of the biggest selling points of this book has been it's fabulous cover. The art department at Bethany House really outdid themselves by capturing the 19th century western setting … [Read more...]
Playing by Heart Cover Reveal!
When I rebranded in 2021 as the real me—D’Ann Mateer instead of Anne Mateer—I was able to get my rights back to my Bethany House novels in order to do this. Three of them are currently available—Wings of a Dream, At Every Turn, and A Home for My Heart. Today I am excited to announce that the final book, Playing by Heart, will be available in early March! I love this book for so many … [Read more...]
Cover Reveal!
Covers are vital when it comes to making a first impression on a reader. They need to capture the reader's attention; communicate the story's genre, mood, and setting; and most of all, entice the reader to learn more. A good cover can make a huge difference in how a book performs in the market. As a traditionally published author, I don't get as much say in the cover design process as indie … [Read more...]
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