tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85597316514219185462024-03-18T01:17:29.386-07:00From Cover to Coveredh graphics. creator of cover art and graphic art.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-61134372579495857342018-07-26T11:48:00.001-07:002018-07-26T15:50:15.733-07:00New website!Hi all!<br />
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Thank you for visiting my blog! I have, wait for it...wait for it...wait for it...Seriously, wait for it! It took me 5 years to FINALLY finish my website! It's not all that and a bag of potato chips but it's finally done. I think. Please visit me at my new site, edhprofessionals.com where you can see a list of the new services that my team and I will be providing. And yes, I'm a part of a team now. We create covers, narrate audiobooks, and edit books!<br />
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I'll still be posting on my blog about covers and the like. I'll also keep a page or two of fun art that I've made like the graphic art fanfic or the Disney character renditions.<br />
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Let me know what you think!<br />
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Thanks!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-72008335332804025192018-03-29T12:54:00.001-07:002018-03-29T12:54:09.240-07:00Updates and NewsHi all!<br />
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It's been awhile! I've been busy making covers and getting audio narration ready to go! That's right--audiobook narration! I have one project currently and I would like to get it fully done before unveiling it. I will be working under Chill Audio Productions with my husband, Cam, so you'll be able to choose a male or female narrator or both for your book. We will be charging $120 per finished hour. I'll let you know when those services will be available. And, if you decide to use us for your book narration, you'll get a free ACX cover if I made the digital/print cover :-) <br />
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There have been many publishers closing or being bought out over the past few years. That has also caused me to move to other publishers. I'm currently making covers for Carina Press/Harlequin, Amazon Montlake, eXtasy Books, and Entangled Publishing. Unfortunately, I ran out of room on my schedule so I had to drop Pride Publishing. They were the newest publisher I worked for so it seemed only fair to choose them. They were great, though and I did manage to create the entire Calendar Men series covers for author Bailey Bradford. You can see them <a href="https://www.pride-publishing.com/series/calendar-men">here</a> I also created several others for Pride Publishing during the 3 months I worked with them. I will miss them.<br />
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I haven't been posting cover transformations lately, either. I know, I'm the worst! But this was a fun transformation. This is for author Graeme Ing. Can you spot all the images involved? I bet you can! These type of composites are always fun and always challenging. Most of the covers I make use around 6 images. It's rare when I use fewer than that especially when making people-in-landscape covers.<br />
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Most of the covers I make use around 6 images. It's rare when I use fewer than that especially when making people-in-landscape covers. However, the cover below for Caroline Lee used only 3 images. It's extremely rare if I only use one image. I like them to be complicated LOL<br />
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I have started making new promos that are included with cost and they look something like this:<br />
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These can be placed anywhere: Facebook, Twitter, your website. You can even add text if you're so inclined.<br />
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Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to read the latest on the happenings with your cover artist. I hope to hear from you soon!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-19855172771315788692017-08-22T05:57:00.003-07:002017-08-22T05:58:31.352-07:00New clients and request accepted!Hi all!
I am now taking on new clients and new requests! I have a few slots available for September so grab 'em while you can! For my current clients, you're always on the schedule so if you have a request, just let me know! :-)
I am updating my blog and will have a page with testimonials. I'm really excited about it--so many authors came out and supported me. I'm absolutely honored by all the wonderful things they said :-) I can't wait to get that page up and running!
<b>I also have an amazing deal coming soon! Ever wanted a free audiobook cover? Stay tuned and I'll let you know how to get one!</b>
Thanks!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-78790099869040889392016-09-07T07:48:00.003-07:002016-09-07T07:48:45.173-07:00Maternity LeaveJust a quick head's up...<br />
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I gave birth August 26th, 2016 and so now I'm on maternity leave. I will NOT be accepting requests until October 1st, 2016. You can still purchase pre-made covers.<br />
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Thank you for your understanding! :-)<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-14516401932128423462016-03-18T05:21:00.001-07:002016-03-18T05:21:25.469-07:00Stock Site changesHi all!<br />
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I am aware it has been almost a year since my last real blog post LOL What can I say? I'm no author :-) But I did need to let you know about recent stock site changes.<br />
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As you all may be aware, images are becoming increasingly expensive. I'm not going to increase my prices this year which means certain stock sites will no longer be included in cost. In order for my business to succeed--for me to make a profit, I have to cut off certain sites. <br />
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The following sites are ALWAYS included in price. They are, in no particular order:<br />
PeriodImages.com<br />
Novelstock.com<br />
RomanceNovelCovers.com<br />
Cathleen Tarawhiti at DeviantArt.com<br />
Jason Aaron Baca at DeviantArt.com<br />
DAZ 3D<br />
FantasyBackgroundStore.com<br />
FantasyBackgrounds.com<br />
RazzDazzStock.com<br />
and 123rf.com<br />
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If I do find stock sites or photography sites that have individual images for $25 or less, then I'll include them on the above list.<br />
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The following sites are NO LONGER included in price. If you want an image from the below sites, you will either have to purchase them yourself or I can purchase them and add the additional cost to the price of the cover. In no particular order:<br />
HotDamnStock.com<br />
TheReedFiles.com<br />
NovelEssentials.com<br />
Jenn LeBlanc at StudioSmexy.com<br />
Any other stock site not listed in the included price list up above.<br />
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I always purchase high resolution images which, of course, are the most expensive. I don't purchase any images under 300dpi. It's just not smart. For instance, if I purchase a cheaper 72dpi image and create an e-book cover only then that would be fine. The look wouldn't be as clear or crisp as I like, but the cover would work on websites. However, if the author decides later they want that cover in print, then I would have to purchase the 300dpi image and remake the cover. So, it would cost more in the long run.<br />
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The stock sites that are included in the cover price have hundreds of great images that will look absolutely fantastic on your cover! I would never sacrifice quality. If you have perused my portfolio, you will find that most of the covers I make already just use the included stock sites anyway. So, not much has changed :-)<br />
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Thanks!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-46583192293891950122015-08-14T14:32:00.003-07:002015-08-14T14:32:58.470-07:00Now accepting cover requests!Yes, you read that right! I am now taking cover requests! :-) If you have questions, please see my FAQ page: http://edhgraphics.blogspot.com/p/faq.html <br />
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Here is an orc woman wielding a crossbow? Why? Because she's cool :-) If you are as big a nerd as I am, then I recommend listening to The Adventure Zone podcast with the McElroy brothers. This is a completely different twist on Dungeons&Dragons. I never know what's going to happen next! :-)<br />
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I look forward to hearing from you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-51426126539217002032015-06-04T04:03:00.002-07:002015-06-04T04:03:23.660-07:00COVER REQUEST UPDATEHi all!<br />
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Quick note: I will NOT be accepting any new cover or misc requests until August , 2015. I am booked solid. I cannot even squeeze in small projects. <br />
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I love the fact that you all keep me so busy because I love each and every one of you and I feel just terrible that I can't put you on the schedule until August. Thank you so much for your understanding :-)<br />
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That's August 1, 2015.<br />
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Thank you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-1057240983311844592015-06-01T06:41:00.001-07:002015-06-01T06:41:27.351-07:00Summer Holiday and How I created a Fantasy cover :-)Greetings!!!<br />
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It's getting to be that time of year when I have to step back and refuel :-) This year, my summer holiday starts July 11th 2015, with me cutting out early July 10th to fully clean the house before I go. I hate leaving a messy house! :-) <br />
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Anyway, I've received several huge projects over the past few weeks--multiple cover requests with sides (banners, etc). This means that my schedule is near to bursting. If you want your cover done before I go on vacation, send in the request now, no later than June 15th 2015. I won't be accepting new authors until August 1st 2015. My current authors take precedence. <br />
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I will not be online during my holiday which starts July 11, 2015 and ends July 20, 2015. So, I won't be reading emails or messages. I stay away from the computer when on holiday. I like spending all my time with my husband and soon to be 3 year old son :-)<br />
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Thank you for your understanding!<br />
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The "Ursula" art piece blog was a huge hit, so continuing in that vein, I will show you how I created this cover:<br />
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Of course, I'm going to have keep some things secret :-) We all have our little tricks that aren't taught in school :-)<br />
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Here are the images involved:<br />
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Can you see the transformation? :-) The great thing about images is the ability to play with them. That is what photo-manipulation is--a photo is literally manipulated to suit whatever need I have. Now that we have the images, let's start combining :-)<br />
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Here we have the combined images. I also added in some flame and painted in white hair. I removed the gun and replaced it with the sword. Just combining images, however, will not give a polished look as you can see. Everything is still very much pasted, colors are random. If I received this for a cover, I would throw a fit. So, it's time to start fixing the colors. I have several actions that I have created for Photoshop that will automatically fix coloring for me. This saves me a lot of time. Of course, creating those actions in the first place took a great deal of time, but it's worth it in the long run. Let's add a coloring action that I like to call "Sick".<br />
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As you can now see, the colors are very similar. The separate images are starting to come together. However, we lost some important colors so we'll have to add that on top of this layer.<br />
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She now has green eyes, the fire is more blue and I've added more lighting to her face. This puts her more front and center and draws the eye to her intense gaze. But we're still not done. Her hair is choppy and there are some texture elements I don't like on here--like the area between her hair and the background. It looks lined. So, let's start cleaning this up.<br />
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In this layer, I've smoothed her hair, cleaned up the edges between her and the background, added an insane amount of shadows, increased contrast and brightness, painted in bits and pieces that I felt had disappeared, and made sure she was the focal point. The creatures in the background add the fantastical elements but do not overshadow the main character. However, based on this cover, you now have a good idea of what this book is about :-)<br />
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For the finale, we add the fonts. Because this is a fantasy that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world, I opted to not use standard fantasy fonts. I also opted not to use fantasy fonts because they would overwhelm the cover. We want to see the cover, not a bunch of fonts. Simple is best in this situation. My motto--simple is always best. It keeps things clean and sharp. Too much chaos is well, too much chaos :-) As you can see in my portfolio and how I create covers, I always go simple. I don't like to put more than 4 primary objects on a cover. 3 is actually my favorite number :-) Which, in this cover, there are 3 primary objects--the heroine and the creatures. All else supports them. In my opinion, that's how a cover should be. <br />
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I hope you found this to be a fun read, well, at least interesting :-) LOL Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to see what it is I do :-)<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-85196992490017694092014-12-10T06:28:00.001-08:002014-12-10T06:28:01.713-08:00Holidays and News :-)Happy Holidays one and all! No matter what you celebrate, I hope you are having a wonderful winter season!<br />
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Because it is the holiday season, I need to inform everyone of my holiday schedule. I will not be available from December 19, 2014 until January 4, 2015. I won't even be checking my emails. For me, Christmas is the time to spend with my family, making lots of food, getting fat, shopping, and decorating :-) <br />
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In cover art news:<br />
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<strong>I don't accept rush jobs</strong>. It's unfair to put an author above another author who is already in the queue. It keeps thing fair and organized this way. If you do have a rush job, you should seek another cover artist. Perhaps they won't believe in being fair.<br />
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<strong>Pre-Made covers are changing.</strong> I'm calling them "Concept Designs". I'm doing this because so many stock sites are now requiring extended licenses for any images used in Pre-Made Covers. Even though I only sell the pre-made covers once, the legal wording used in the stock sites makes it so I have to purchase an extended license. My pre-made covers are inexpensive so it's not cost effective for me to purchase an extended license. Therefore, I'm creating Concept Designs. These can be used as covers. All we do is add title, author name, etc. I'll have individual prices under the Concept Designs.<br />
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One of these days, I'll have to start taking pictures myself. Stock images are getting more expensive--especially if you want images that are more rare. I've seen so many of the same images on covers that it makes me nauseous. I'm sure, as authors, you want something original for your book as well. Custom images can be expensive. I'm also searching for new models. I'm bored seeing the same ones on so many covers. Of course, I still have my favorites--Jax Turyna, Max Aria, Jason Aaron Baca--to name a few (there are several). But I want new faces along with the popular faces. It helps new models become the Heroines and Heroes they want to be :-)<br />
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<strong>I'm thinking of changing my pricing scale</strong>. As you all know, I like being fair. It doesn't seem fair to charge the same price for a cover that has 1-3 images the same cost as a cover that has 7-9 images. The price is too disparate. I'm thinking of employing a price scale like so:<br />
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1-3 images: $100.00<br />
4-6 images: $125.00<br />
7-9 images: $150.00<br />
More than 10 images: $200.00<br />
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What do you think?<br />
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Have a wonderful holiday season! :-)<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-89597117455804285682014-07-01T10:07:00.000-07:002014-07-01T10:07:47.736-07:00My process...well, a piece of it :-)Hi all!<br />
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I decided to share what exactly I do when I create graphic art or cover art. Granted, I can't show you everything because that would give away too many secrets but I wanted to show you some of the process. I do this because I have actually heard a few authors say, "Cover art shouldn't be expensive--it's easy". Yes, cover art is easy if you don't do it right. Also, keep in mind a cover is not an image of a sexy dude or couple with words on it. But I'll get to that in another post. For now, let's see the finished product:<br />
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This is Ursula, the sea witch from Disney's "The Little Mermaid". She doesn't look like the cartoon character and that's because I thought the cartoon character was a tad bit insulting. So, only skinny, young girls can have a happy ending? Sorry, that's another tangent. Getting back to the art piece...I wanted to show Ursula as a sad woman. Perhaps this was her right after her world was turned upside down, when she no longer had friends, just before her misery turned her into a ball of hatred.<br />
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If I left it like this, it would be awful--very cut and pasted like many covers I see these days (that'll be another blog post). I painted on her hair and added a few shadows while I was there. I colored the octopus and the eels the color I needed--a very dark blue, nearly gray.<br />
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The next step was to add her ink. This would prove difficult because the art piece was already dark. I took the image of the fog, inverted it, and got black fog. I added that, added some light and here is that product:<br />
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It's starting to get some texture. I hate smooth images. They don't feel real. When I create covers, I always add texture of some sort.<br />
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Next, it was time to gray everything out. The art piece was becoming far too blue and losing the feel I wanted. I colored in gray so I could better see the highlights and shadows. There were certain parts of the tentacles I wanted shown and certain parts hidden. I also had to make sure everyone could tell the eels were not coming out from her body as the dark colors could blend in together.<br />
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Once I realized what it was I wanted to highlight, I then began to add color once more. I still wanted the gray feel but I needed some harsh contrast and I wanted some of the blue back.<br />
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Next, I added more color--this time green. I went with a Lomo style type of coloring because I love the depressed feel of it. It would be perfect for this art piece. I also added in another image to give more texture.</div>
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We're now getting toward the end of this art piece. I painted a lot of the image to give it the right feel, I used hard brush strokes to make the edges harder, increased the lighting and the shadows, increased the contrast, added more color, and changed the size of the image. I like having the models take up more of the piece. I added in some plants because the piece was feeling a bit boring. And voila! The art piece without the fonts:<br />
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I know I only showed you six steps, but I have 76 layers for this piece. If you've ever worked in Photoshop, then you know you need many layers to make an art piece. <br />
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I hope this has been enlightening and although I didn't show you everything I do, which would give away far too many trade secrets, I hope authors learned that creating art isn't easy just like writing a great book isn't easy. It takes time and effort. There is a great deal of work involved but just like writing, it's still really fun!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-91249153961081485922014-06-09T12:28:00.004-07:002014-06-09T12:28:49.291-07:00Cover flagged at Amazon? Here are some unofficial rules to safeguard your future covers.
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“What we deem offensive
is probably about what you would expect.” --</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <a href="https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For
someone like me, that rule from Amazon’s KDP program is a little vague as to
what makes a cover offensive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As an
Award-Winning Cover Artist at EDHGraphics with a focus on Romance and Erotica
genres, I find there is little that offends me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>How am I supposed to know what is appropriate for Amazon?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As
far as I know, there is no official list from Amazon of what is or what is not
appropriate. The following are examples that have been brought to my
attention--instances where Amazon has flagged a book because of what it deemed
as "inappropriate" content and those were the reasons given to the
authors and to me. This list is based on what people in my field--art
directors, cover artists, and authors have told me. My list is to just simply
save you the headache of potentially having your book flagged. However, I do
believe Amazon needs to have official rules instead of the very broad
interpretation of "What we deem offensive is probably about what you would
expect". My goal, as a cover artist, is to provide the most eye-catching
cover I can provide within safe guidelines. I compiled the list of examples over
the past few years for your benefit.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">All
of these are unofficial no-no’s:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Naked
female torso including front view or sometimes side view.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Side boob inappropriate.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Arms
or hands across breasts.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Naked
butt. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On one occasion, upper thigh
close to lower butt cheek was unacceptable.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No
naked people in a clinch even if they aren’t “fondling”.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Any
sexual position that implies penetration (Missionary, doggie-style, etc).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No naked characters straddling each
other.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No handcuffs on wrists.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Handcuffs being held is fine.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No “O” faces.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No nudity. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No women on their knees in front of men
(as in implied fellatio).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No men between women’s thighs (as in implied
cunnilingus).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No men’s faces on breasts.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Following the above list will keep you relatively
safe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are exceptions to be
found.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A recent cover was banned because
the woman was bound in ribbons.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There will
be never be a guarantee because Amazon does not have any official rules.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They “</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">reserve the right to make
judgments about whether content is appropriate and to choose not to offer it” (<a href="https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I</span></a>).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">If you are an author of dark erotica,
BDSM, or even general erotica, I would highly recommend one of two options:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1)<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A
symbolic cover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If Amazon finds offense
to a rose, then I throw my hands up. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2)<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A
“step-back” cover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have your artist
create a very safe cover and then have her/him create an insert cover with a
very smexy image </span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have to emphasize here no nudity—that could
still cause issues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A fine example of
this is Jenn LeBlanc’s ABSOLUTE SURRENDER.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is challenging to create a cover that
Amazon will not find inappropriate when there are no official rules.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hopefully, this will change one day and we
will not be expected to piece together emails, letters, and comments in order
to keep covers from being flagged.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As a side note, if your cover is safe, your
book could still potentially be flagged.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Amazon does flag books based on content and blurb descriptions.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Thank you!</span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-68616795178013761662014-06-09T12:24:00.003-07:002014-06-09T12:24:41.195-07:00Update on Unofficial Amazon rules...
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is probably about what you would expect.” --</span></i><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <a href="https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For
someone like me, that rule from Amazon’s KDP program is a little vague as to
what makes a cover offensive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As an
Award-Winning Cover Artist at EDHGraphics with a focus on Romance and Erotica
genres, I find there is little that offends me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>How am I supposed to know what is appropriate for Amazon?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As
far as I know, there is no official list from Amazon of what is or what is not
appropriate. The following are examples that have been brought to my
attention--instances where Amazon has flagged a book because of what it deemed
as "inappropriate" content and those were the reasons given to the
authors and to me. This list is based on what people in my field--art
directors, cover artists, and authors have told me. My list is to just simply
save you the headache of potentially having your book flagged. However, I do
believe Amazon needs to have official rules instead of the very broad
interpretation of "What we deem offensive is probably about what you would
expect". My goal, as a cover artist, is to provide the most eye-catching
cover I can provide within safe guidelines. I compiled the list of examples over
the past few years for your benefit.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">All
of these are unofficial no-no’s:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Naked
female torso including front view or sometimes side view.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Side boob inappropriate.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Arms
or hands across breasts.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Naked
butt. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On one occasion, upper thigh
close to lower butt cheek.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No
naked people in a clinch even if they aren’t “fondling”.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--Any
sexual position that implies penetration (Missionary, doggie-style, etc).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No naked characters straddling each
other.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No handcuffs on wrists.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Handcuffs being held is fine.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No “O” faces.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No nudity. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No women on their knees in front of men
(as in implied fellatio).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No men between women’s thighs (as in implied
cunnilingus).<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">--No men’s faces on breasts.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Following the above list will keep you relatively
safe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are exceptions to be
found.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A recent cover was banned because
the woman was bound in ribbons.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There will
be never be a guarantee because Amazon does not have any official rules.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They “</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">reserve the right to make
judgments about whether content is appropriate and to choose not to offer it” (<a href="https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=A1KT4ANX0RL55I</span></a>).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">If you are an author of dark erotica,
BDSM, or even general erotica, I would highly recommend one of two options:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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symbolic cover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If Amazon finds offense
to a rose, then I throw my hands up. </span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span></div>
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“step-back” cover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have your artist
create a very safe cover and then have her/him create an insert cover with a
very smexy image </span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have to emphasize here no nudity—that could
still cause issues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A fine example of
this is Jenn LeBlanc’s ABSOLUTE SURRENDER.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is challenging to create a cover that
Amazon will not find inappropriate when there are no official rules.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hopefully, this will change one day and we
will not be expected to piece together emails, letters, and comments in order
to keep covers from being flagged.</span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As a side note, if your cover is safe, your
book could still potentially be flagged.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Amazon does flag books based on content and blurb descriptions.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Thank you all for stopping by! :-)<o:p></o:p></span><br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-6912824190703797722014-02-12T10:21:00.002-08:002014-02-12T10:21:07.962-08:00PRICE CHANGE!!!PRICE CHANGE!!!!!<br />
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I'm increasing e-book cover prices to $100.00. If you can't afford that, I'll understand if you need to go elsewhere but I can't make a living with the prices I have now. I have far too much overhead--quality images, classes, software, computer, etc. So, I'm being forced to increase my prices or not work at all doing this. Even if you are a client of mine, the price will increase. If we have a current project, then the price will stay as before but all future projects will have a price increase.<br />
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This is not limited to e-books only. Print covers will increase to $150 and includes the e-book. I will have bundles available at $175 and $200.00. Bundle A at $175 will include print, e-book, 3D cover, and rackcard. Bundle B at $200.00 will include print, e-book, 3D cover, rackcard, and Facebook banner.<br />
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Thank you for your understanding!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-78877633590521341342014-02-04T07:19:00.001-08:002014-02-04T07:19:15.011-08:00Being tagged as ADULT on Amazon? Here are some rules to follow for Cover Art...Hi all!<br />
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As some of you know, Amazon, and a few other sites, have been cracking down on covers, book descriptions, and content. (I know, content? Yes, some books are too dirty). It is their right to sell or not sell books so if you wish to remain with Amazon and not be tagged as an Adult, here are some rules to follow regarding your cover. As for blurbs or content, I can't help you there.<br />
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Frontal nudity of groin area, male or female (DUH)<br />
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Some of these are Duh! moments but others not so much. I don't see why the arm across the breasts should be banned--nothing is showing. It's odd not to show or imply sexual activity for a cover that is meant to convey what the erotic book is about. With these rules, it's difficult for anyone to know that your book is erotica or romantica. </div>
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In order to make sure your cover is safe, I recommend a flower on the cover. However, if the content is very naughty, you will be tagged anyway and no one will be able to even search for you on Amazon. However, Smashwords (to my knowledge) does not ban books or covers so you can upload whatever you wish there.</div>
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Or, you can have two covers: one a solid color so as to not offend the Amazon Judges, and one very raunchy cover to promo. Best of both worlds. </div>
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These options aren't much fun but it's the best I can do under the restrictions.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-37480933558778172082013-12-06T04:05:00.000-08:002013-12-06T04:05:18.093-08:00Please welcome the ruggedly handsome, Max Aria!Greetings all!<br />
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I am so excited to have the sexy model/actor , Max Aria, here at my blog! I absolutely adore using his images from PeriodImages.com on the covers I create! He has a rugged quality that makes him perfect for the paranormal genre. <br />
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Me: Welcome to EDHGraphics, Max! I am so happy to have you. Let me start off by asking the question I am sure everyone wants to know and that is, how did you get started in the modeling profession? <br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><em>Max: I actually started in the fitness world. I was extremely active in sports when I was younger and I started reading bodybuilding magazines to learn about nutrition and workout routines. After I got injured playing football, I decided to do a bodybuilding show to satisfy my competitive spirit. I put a few photos from it on my "myspace" profile back then, and within a few weeks, I had been contacted by a few photographers in Los Angeles that worked for the magazines. It was pretty mind boggling at the time, so I came out to do a few photoshoots and see what the industry was like. After shooting for fitness photographers, I fell into doing more mainstream work and commercials.</em> </span><br />
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Me: Why did you want to become a model? <br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><span style="color: blue;"><em>Max: The pursuit of fame and fortune, of course! Lol, kidding. Honestly, I like the idea of creating something new that won't ever be replicated--Like art. I was always creative when I was younger, and I wrote music and eventually started acting, so I like the idea of creating.</em></span><span style="color: black;"> </span></span> <br />
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Me: You have portrayed many different types of heroes. Is there a persona you haven’t done yet that you would like to and if you have done them all, then which persona is your favorite?<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><em><span style="color: blue;">Max: I'm really glad that superhero movies have made a huge comeback in recent years. I actually just finished playing Thor in a film called God of Thunder. It was one hero I always wanted to play, so it was awesome being able to play a version of him. I'd also really like to play Batman or Wolverine at some point. They've got an edgy energy that I tend to be drawn toward.</span></em> </span> <br />
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Me: What is your favorite all-time image of yourself? <br />
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<em><span style="color: blue;">Max: I personally love a shot I took in Juarez, Mexico with photographer Milo800. I know it's not a typical modeling shot, but I love it! It was also very eye-opening experience crossing the border into Juarez where I was immediately met with people with AK-47's because of the drug war. I have a couple of interesting stories of being over there, but I'll save those for another day!</span></em> <br />
Hmm, now I want to hear those stories!!!! We'll need a second interview!!!<br />
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Me: Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten? What are your ultimate goals? <br />
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<em><span style="color: blue;">Max: At this point, I have a couple of options. Recently, I've had offers to model overseas, which I'm considering, but one of my main pursuits is to further establish an acting career. I see myself as starring in several films in the coming years.</span></em> <br />
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Me: Do you find physical good looks to be more an asset or a hindrance? In what ways? How important is beauty? Is your eye for it standard or do you have your own definition? <br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><em><span style="color: blue;">Max: "Good looks" are always in the eye of the beholder. I think that it's all a matter of perception. And if you shoot with the top photographers, most people will think you're "good looking" regardless!--Lol. Also, there are many different types of modeling. Most companies want to shoot people that look like an upstanding version their target demographic.. Just watch a few television commercials and see! Lots of "real-looking" relatable people. And as far as high-fashion goes...no one knows what they want! Not even them!</span></em> </span> <br />
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Me: What is the most rewarding thing about modeling? What advice would you give to up-and-coming models? <br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><em><span style="color: blue;">Max: The most rewarding thing about modeling is the ability to work with fun, creative people every day. And it's not like a 9-5 job where you do the same thing every day. You get to collaborate with people to do something completely new and unique every day.</span></em> </span><br />
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Me: Do you have any advice for up and coming models?<br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><em>Max: </em><span style="color: black;"><em><span style="color: blue;">Market yourselves! Because of the internet, there are countless new opportunities of marketing. Social media, interviews, websites and blogs... Be proactive! Also, I try to stay away from the negative, but I'd suggest that you be careful to not be taken advantage of.. Luckily, I've always had a good sense of being able to "read" people to see if they were scammers.. or worse. It seems there are so many out there. Don't ever sign with an agency that wants money up front. Also, during my first meeting with a potential modeling agent, a bunch of red flags went off in my head, so I just decided to leave. Just yesterday, I found an article TMZ wrote about him being a predator with several lawsuits from his models.. Be careful! No one job or one person will make or break your career. Finally, have thick skin and don't ever take things personally. Be patient, but also persistent and proactive with whatever your goals are.</span></em> </span></span><br />
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Max Aria is a laugh riot and a very fun person. During this interview he answered a silly question about himself:<br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><em>Max: I have a crazy sense of humor and can find something funny about absolutely anything.. or nothing. It's actually gotten me in some trouble in the past. Haha, If you see me suddenly burst out into laughter for no reason, don't worry. It's just me being myself. Also, I like puppies.</em></span> <br />
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HE LIKES PUPPIES!!! I can just imagine him in a photo shoot with a bunch of puppies...sigh...<br />
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Thank you so much for sharing a part of your life with us, Max! He is so sweet! If you would like to learn more of Max Aria and to see his portfolio, please visit the following sites:<br />
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Next week, the sexy Daniel Sobieray will be featured! Don't miss this devilish rogue! :-D Thank you for stopping by!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-56441345704720659532013-11-14T05:13:00.000-08:002013-11-14T05:13:01.744-08:00Please welcome the marvelous and stunning model, Gezzilyn Leon!Greetings all!<br />
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I am so excited to have model extraordinaire, Gezzilyn Leon, here at my blog! I absolutely adore using her images from PeriodImages.com on the covers I create! She shows powerful emotions in all of her poses and that's what separates her from the crowd. <br />
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Me: Welcome to EDHGraphics, Gezzilyn! I am so happy
to have you. Let me start off by asking the question I am
sure everyone wants to know and that is, how did you get
started in the modeling profession?
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> Thank you so much for having me, I'm also very exited to be here.
Well I'll give you an answer you might be curious about; I fell into it on accident. I am an actor originally, since I was five in theater, so at 19 I felt the need for head shots and started a modeling profile to get a photographer to do it TFP (trade for prints). Once I posted the shots to entice other head shot photographers to shoot them for me, I instantly got modeling offers for other things. I was sort of shocked because I had never thought of myself as the type to be a "model" but now I realize what it takes and it's not just to look like a clothes pin on laundry day walking a runway.</em><br />
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Me: Why did you want to become a model?
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> Since I found that I enjoyed taking stills, I started to get creative and book shoots that would pay and give me images I have always wanted to see of myself. I got thrifty with my shoots. I built a great book and started working with photographers that I have looked up to for 5 to 7 years such as ALVARADO the Pin Up Artist on my own concepts. Jessica Rabbit and The Little Mermaid are my two favorites.</em>
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Me: You have portrayed many different types of heroines. Is there a persona you haven’t done yet that you would like to and if you have done them all, then which persona is your favorite?<br />
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> I'm in the works of making my own Super Hero Calendar as a matter of fact.
I'll release those details later when I'm almost finished.
So far Jessica Rabbit, Aphrodite and The Little Mermaid have been my favorite personas but I am going to be doing every red headed cosplay I can.
My next is Peter Pan and Merida from BRAVE.</em>
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Me: What is your favorite all-time image of yourself? <br />
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span>
You're going to make me pick just ONE?
Oh boy... That's hard. I have so many from so many GREAT photographers!
This one is most popular, how about that. It's one of my faves for sure. It's even on my business card.
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Me: Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten? What are
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> I see myself making feature films and modeling for big novels and magazines.
I want to entertain the masses. Travel around the world filming, shooting and working on my other projects outside the entertainment industry.
I hope to help start new long term projects and help fund our clean energy and recycling plants around the world. With the audience I build, I believe I will shift our focus to loving the planet we live on. She needs a little TLC.</em>
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Me: Do you find physical good looks to be more an asset or a
hindrance? In what ways? How important is beauty? Is your eye
for it standard or do you have your own definition?
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> Beauty to me, is radiance from within.
Period.</em>
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Me: What is the most rewarding thing about modeling?
What advice would you give to up-and-coming models?
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn: </span><span style="color: black;">The most rewarding thing is enjoying what you are doing and making memories captured in frames. Making people smile for any reason. Inspiring others to live their dreams and never let anyone tell them they can't.
Receiving messages from those who find motivation and inspiration through my passion in my work feels like ten thousand sun beams bursting out of my heart.</span></em> <br />
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And now for something silly! :-D
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Me: So, what is your favorite...?
And why?
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<em>I hate to pick favorites because I enjoy so many things but I'll try</em>...
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Dessert?
<em>Home made Strawberry/Berry Shortcake</em>
Yum!
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Place to be? <em>So far... In the ocean in my mermaid tail.... Preferably the Hawaiian beaches.</em>
You own a mermaid tail? That is so cool :-)<br />
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Book?
<em>James Patterson's 'First To Die'
It was so good I spent 3 days and nights reading it cover to cover, barely putting it down</em>. Wow, that's on my TBR list now!
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Movie?
<em>The Little Mermaid, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetle Juice. </em>Love those! <br />
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Holiday/Time of Year?
<em>Halloween, even though every day is Halloween for me I love to live in a world of fantasy when everyone participates. I don't like all the attention ALL the time...</em> LOL Halloween is fantastic!
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Me: What is your perfect date?
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<em><span style="color: magenta;">Gezzilyn:</span> Anything that is unconventional... Get creative guys... Girls deserve a little spontaneity. Especially girls like me, not the dinner and a movie type.</em>
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Thank you so much for sharing a part of your life with us,
Gezzilyn! She is so sweet! If you would like to learn more of Gezzilyn Leon and to see her portfolio, please visit the following sites:<br />
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Below are a few of my favorite covers that I have used Gezzilyn on!</div>
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It's finally that time! The beautiful and talented model Jax Turyna is here! I am so glad she was able to take time out of her very busy schedule to answer questions and just shoot the breeze :-D If you don't recognize her name, I'm sure you will recognize her face. I have used many Jax images on the covers I have created and I'm not the only one. As a cover artist, I look for expressions, not just a pose. Jax has romantic expressions that conveys the emotion of an image. Not only is she beautiful, but because of her professionalism and talent, the true beauty of the image comes out. She makes the perfect romantic heroine!<br />
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Me: So, Jax, let me start off by asking the question I am sure everyone wants to know and that is, why did you want to become a model?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax:</span> <span style="color: #ea9999;">I always wanted to model since I was old enough to remember. I love being able to express myself in so many different ways. Modeling and acting allows me to be someone different with every gig.</span></em><br />
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Me: You have portrayed many different types of heroines. Is there a persona you haven’t done yet that you would like to and if you have done them all, then which persona is your favorite?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax</span><span style="color: #ea9999;">: I have done several different persona's but there are so many more I would love to do. I started with Historical romance which I love but I think I would also like to continue and portray people of many other eras as well. A lot of choices and situations to portray. I love the challenge of them all.</span></em><br />
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Me: Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten? What are your ultimate goals?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax:</span> <span style="color: #ea9999;"> I see myself in 5-10 years still Modeling and acting. I could never imagine giving up either of them. I do think the characters I play or the parts I portray may change as I grow and mature over time. Ultimately I would like to act in romantic comedies or sitcoms as well. Personally I would eventually like to get married and have a family as well.</span></em><br />
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Me: Do you find physical good looks to be more of an asset or a hindrance? In what ways? How important is beauty? Is your eye for it standard or do you have your own definition?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax:</span> <span style="color: #ea9999;">Beauty to me is much more than physical although that is part of it. To me it is a persons inner spirit that makes them attractive and their ability to reflect it outwardly which causes other people to take notice. So to me true beauty is a gift and a responsibility to use all of your gifts wisely for the betterment of yourself and those around you.</span></em> <br />
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Me: What is the most rewarding thing about modeling?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax:</span> <span style="color: #ea9999;"> The most rewarding thing about modeling is the feeling you get when you have nailed the shot or character perfectly as someone else has imagined it and brought a concept to life.</span></em> <br />
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Me: What advice would you give to up-and-coming models?<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax:</span> <span style="color: #ea9999;">Follow your heart. Listen to your inner voice to show you the way and don't let other people distract you from attaining your dreams.</span></em><br />
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Me: What is your favorite...<br />
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Dessert? <em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Anything with chocolate!</span> </em>I'm with you on this one! :-D<br />
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Place to be? <em><span style="color: #ea9999;">The Beach</span>. </em>Love the beach!<br />
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Book? <em><span style="color: #ea9999;">The Secret</span>. </em>I've never read it but now it's on my TBR list! <br />
Movie? <em> <span style="color: #ea9999;">I have many favorites but one of them is How to Lose a guy in 10 Days</span>. </em>That is such a cute movie!<br />
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<em><span style="color: #ea9999;">Jax: When someone takes the time to plan something special just for you. To me it is all about the details and putting forth effort to spend time with me that makes me feel special.</span></em><br />
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<span style="color: black;">Thank you, Jax! It was so much fun getting to know you better! Not only is Jax stunning, but she is very sweet! :-D</span><br />
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In honor of Jax and her work with PeriodImages.com, I have created a special Jax-centric pre-made bundle for only $55.00!!!! There is only one available, so first come first serve! Doesn't Jax make the perfect princess?! Just ask for the <span style="color: red;">JAX SPECIAL!</span></div>
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In recent posts I've discussed shopping around for the cover artist that best suits your style. I cannot stress how important it is to find the right cover artist for you. Each artist has a unique style, just like you. If you hire someone because you're in a rush, the price is right, it's your friend, etc., you may not like your cover. The book you have written is your baby--don't just let anyone dress it!<br />
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In order to drive my point home, I recently competed in a fantasy challenge with four other cover artists. The theme was "Taken". No more specifics. The poster we created was whatever we thought or deemed would fit in the theme. Even I was surprised at how DIFFERENT we interpreted the theme. There is nothing the same about any of these images. And bonus, if you visit <a href="http://cisyn.blogspot.com/2013/11/fantasy-art-by-erin-dameron-hill.html">http://cisyn.blogspot.com/2013/11/fantasy-art-by-erin-dameron-hill.html</a> and comment in that blog, you will have a chance to win the posters created by me and other cover artists!<br />
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Below are all the entries. As you can see, each cover artist has a different perspective. This is why you should ALWAYS shop around and find the artist who best suits you! <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-87990767152317934772013-10-31T09:52:00.001-07:002013-10-31T09:52:09.148-07:00Interviews Galore! with the Models and Staff from Period Images.Hi all!<br />
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For the next few weeks/months, I will be hosting an interview with the models and staff from PeriodImages.com each Friday! I am so excited to host them here on my blog! The models include Jax Turyna, Max Aria, Marissa Kloss, and so many more!!!<br />
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My very first interview with a model starts Nov. 8 and will be with the incredibly beautiful and talented Jax Turyna!!! Along with the interview, I will be offering a special Jax centric Pre-Made bundle for only $55!!! The bundle includes e-book cover, facebook banner, and 3D book cover using Period Images !!! Be sure to stop by and see what makes Jax tick! <br />
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Each interview will also have a unique pre-made bundle! Keep in mind, only one author will receive the pre-made bundle! <br />
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I hope to see you here November 8th, 2013! <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8559731651421918546.post-75543337198160163342013-10-18T06:13:00.000-07:002013-10-18T06:13:38.458-07:00A big THANK YOU to my authors!Hi all!<br />
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I can't believe my luck! In the past few months, I have been hired by Ellora's Cave, Total E-Bound Publishing, Blushing Books Publishing and so many great Indie authors to create their covers that I truly feel blessed! Well, the blessings keep coming! Samhain Publishing has also now hired me as a freelance artist! I am so excited to be working with them! <br />
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I started off creating covers for only two clients, Skhye Moncrief and Tracy St. John. You may have noticed that I still create covers for them! If it wasn't for them, I wouldn't be in this business. They took a chance on an unknown artist and gave me a future. That was a year and a half ago. Today, I have hundreds, that's right, HUNDREDS of Indie authors who continually put their trust and faith in me to create covers they and their fans will love. I am so proud to be a part of their lives and to have them as friends. I truly adore all the authors who have hired me to be their cover artist and am truly blessed to call them friends.<br />
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I am continually trying to better my skills be taking online courses each week. I will never stop trying to improve my craft because I will never stop trying to create the best possible cover I can for my clients. Now this post is beginning to sound like a sales pitch! LOL Moving on...<br />
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Because of all you giving me a chance to create your covers, I have been given opportunities to create for publishers. Without the experience you gave me, I would never have been hired by these wonderful publishing companies. So, to all my authors, THANK YOU!<br />
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It is my great honor to show you the first few covers from my newest clients, Ellora's Cave and Total E-Bound Publishing. There will be more to come but I usually have to wait a few weeks before I am allowed to post the covers on my portfolio. And because I also love my Indie clients and Blushing Books Publishing, I will also post a few of my newest creations :-)<br />
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As a Cover Artist, I know my trade. I know what look greats on a cover, what will attract a reader with a specific genre, and I know what each book distributor will and will not accept as a cover. Lately, though, I have no idea what Amazon's regulations are.<br />
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Amazon has been targeting Indie Authors and Small Presses making it difficult for any of the "erotic" books to find their audience. Amazon will not allow couples in sensual positions, lingerie, or even titles with the words "punishment", "bondage", or other kink. <br />
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Let me get down to nitty gritty for erotica authors. If you want your cover to portray your book, you are not allowed a sexy pose. The book will be placed in Amazon's "adult" filter and then it will be LOST in the ether. Below you'll find covers that Amazon believed needed censored.<br />
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These are just two examples. RAVENOUS VIRTUE was censored because you can barely make out the man's bare rump. CARLY'S PUNISHMENT was censored because of the title and she's wearing lingerie. These covers are not explicit. I have seen far more revealing covers that are not being censored by Amazon. Why? Because Amazon targets Indie authors and small presses. They see TWO VIRGINS CD cover by John Lennon as art and will show John Lennon's and Yoko Ono's massive bushes but they will censor the above covers. Amazon cannot have it both ways.</div>
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What would you rather see? Seriously graphic images of rock stars or very sexy covers? Does Amazon really have the right to censor what you want to watch, read, or own? HBO and Showtime and many other television networks show graphic nudity and they're not being censored. So, why on earth is Amazon censoring books? You have the right to choose and to browse. Not be coerced into purchasing something from a larger press. Indie authors and small presses already have a difficult time getting into the market, they don't need Amazon hiding them as well.<br />
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If you think this is wrong, send Amazon a letter stating that you do NOT want them censoring covers. If they think certain books should be labeled as "Adult", then they should have an adult section instead of hiding the books and not telling the author that they have hidden their books because of the cover or title.<br />
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I have some wonderful news! Not only do I create covers for Indie authors and Blushing Books Publishing, but I now also create covers for Ellora's Cave and Total E-Bound Publishing. I'm very excited to be working with them! I also plan to submit my portfolio to other publishers. Know of any? Leave a link! :-D If you are an author who publishes with the above, you can request me :-)<br />
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Expect to see many more covers gracing my blog! And keep in mind, authors, I love hosting tours and having author interviews! <br />
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The new covers will be found under their specific tabs: Ellora's Cave covers will be found under Ellora's Cave and Total E-Bound Covers will be found under...you get the idea :-D The covers will take some time to upload because both EC and TEB do not wish the covers to be posted on my portfolio until they are posted on their websites. So, it might take a month or two before you can see my work.<br />
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As always, thank you for dropping by!<br />
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Thank you for stopping by! I am thrilled to host author Krystal Shannan on her blog tour! Having worked with Krystal on her covers and swag, I have come to know her as a great friend and wonderful author! <br />
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<span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1; white-space: pre-wrap;">Successful, but lonely, Margaret Taylor finds her mate in the body of a man she least expects it in. A bear! Her human half tries to reason her way out of the match, but her wolf is through with her excuses. Crossing the species line isn’t unheard of, but it’s not often done. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #1 – </span><a href="http://www.findyournextread.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Find Your Next Read</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 5</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #2 – </span><a href="http://justjeannniesbooksandbling.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jeannie’s Books and Bling</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 6</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #3 – </span><a href="http://www.livrancourt.com/blog" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Liv Rancourt</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 7</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #4 – </span><a href="http://www.suzantisdale.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Suzan Tisdale</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 8</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #5 – </span><a href="http://reginamayross.net/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Regina Ross</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 9</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #6 – </span><a href="http://bookinfatuation29.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Book Infatuation</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 10</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #7 – </span><a href="http://sapphirekande.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sapphire Kande</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 11</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #8 – </span><a href="http://www.sarahjcarr.com/now-presenting.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sarah J Carr</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 12</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #9 – </span><a href="http://www.upallnightreadallday.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Up All Night Read All Day</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 13</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #10 – </span><a href="http://www.authorjinnijames.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jinni James</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 14</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #11 – </span><a href="http://www.snifferwalk.org/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Snifferwalk</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 15</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #12 – </span><a href="http://www.harliesbooks.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Harlie’s Books</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 15</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #13 – </span><a href="http://kittyb78.wordpress.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kitty B</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 16</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #14 – </span><a href="http://lyndafrazier.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lynda K. Frazier</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 17</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #15 – </span><a href="http://obsessionisabook.blogspot.co.uk/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Obsession Is A Book</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 18</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #16 – </span><a href="http://shelikesitverbal.com/blog" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She Likes It Verbal</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 19</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Excerpt #17 – </span><a href="http://apmassie.com/blog/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Aine P. Massie</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – Aug 20</span></div>
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