How to use Canva for Cover Designs

Step-by-Step Guide to Designing a Book Cover in Canva

Want to design your own book cover without expensive software? Canva makes it simple, and this step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to use it to create professional, genre-appropriate covers for both ebook and print.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• How to set up the right canvas size for ebook and print
• How to choose and layer images that match your genre
• The best fonts for romance, fantasy, thrillers, and more
• How to design a paperback wrap with spine and back cover
• How to export files in the correct formats for KDP and other retailers
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👉 Perfect for indie authors who want a polished DIY cover, or the confidence to brief a professional designer.