Overview
Self-publishing gives you creative freedom, but design missteps can undermine your book's success. Here are common pitfalls to avoid - and how professionals prevent them.
DIY Covers Without Strategy
Designing without understanding market trends leads to amateur covers. Readers judge genre instantly, and misplaced design choices cause confusion. The Publishers Crew researches your niche to design covers that look professional and sell effectively.
Inconsistent Formatting
Uneven margins, font sizes, or chapter headers disrupt readability. Interior layout requires precision that DIY tools rarely achieve.
Ignoring Print Specifications
Books must meet industry standards - trim size, bleed margins, spine width. Errors can delay printing or cause costly reprints.
Overcrowded Design
Too many colors, images, or fonts overwhelm readers. Simplicity builds trust and sophistication. Our designers at The Publishers Crew follow proven design principles to ensure elegance and balance.
Skipping Professional Review
Even minor visual issues signal inexperience. Always have a professional review before final upload or printing.
Final Thoughts
A book's design should look effortless - but achieving that polish takes expertise. Avoid shortcuts that cost you credibility. With The Publishers Crew, self-publishing authors enjoy full creative control backed by professional design precision.
Key takeaways
- DIY Covers Without Strategy
- Inconsistent Formatting
- Ignoring Print Specifications
Avoid design pitfalls that hurt your launch
Get a professional review before you finalize files for print or eBook.
