Cover Design Checklist

Cover Design Checklist for Authors

Before you publish, make sure your cover looks professional, fits your genre, and meets retailer requirements. This printable checklist walks you through every element of cover design, from fonts and images to spine alignment and thumbnail readability.

Inside, you’ll check off:

• Correct dimensions for ebook and print
• Fonts that are readable and genre-appropriate
• High-quality, licensed images that balance well
• Safe zones for trim, bleed, and barcode placement
• Final thumbnail and upload checks

👉 Perfect for indie authors who want a quick, actionable way to double-check their cover before hitting publish.