# Design Thinking for Book Covers and Visual Concepts | Domestika

> A course by Catherine Casalino · Design · Beginner
> 15 lessons (2h 48m) · 100% of the 20 student ratings are positive

A book cover is a powerful marketing tool that can shine a spotlight on the contents inside. With over two decades of experience working for renowned clients like Penguin Random House and HarperCollins, designer Catherine Casalino specializes in creating intriguing covers that compel readers to explore the story within. 

In this online course, she teaches you how to apply design thinking to create spectacular book covers that leap off the shelf. Learn Catherine’s step-by-step approach to capturing the written word with visuals and presenting a book in its best light so that no story remains undiscovered.

## Who is this online course for?

All creatives interested in book design, from graphic designers to illustrators to photographers.

## What is this course's project?

Develop two or three mock-ups for a book cover using InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite.

## Requirements and materials

A working knowledge of graphic design and Adobe Creative Suite is recommended. 

As for materials, you ideally need a camera, a scanner, a computer with graphic-design software, and art supplies. However, you can also get creative and design your book cover with just a pencil, some paper, and a smartphone.

## Content

### Introduction

Hello! Welcome and thank you for choosing my Domestika course. In this unit, you will learn about who I am and my background in book design. You will also learn about what inspires me and what keeps me going in my career.

### The Book Design Process

Here, you will familiarize yourself with the book design process and how to begin thinking like a book designer. I will also teach you my process to start thinking about the kind of book I want to design a cover for. Finally, I will show you which tools and creative techniques I might want to employ.

### Creating Your Book Cover Design

During this unit, you will see how I develop two to three design directions by applying the design process steps you have learned about in the previous unit.

### Finishing Touches for Your Cover

Finally, I will talk about different ways in which you can expand the design beyond just the cover.

## Audio and subtitles

**Audio:** English

**Subtitles:** Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Turkish, ro, id

[Design Thinking for Book Covers and Visual Concepts](https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/3767-design-thinking-for-book-covers-and-visual-concepts)