Contest Book cover design 48 hours contest, $20

Discussion in 'Design Contests' started by wmac, Oct 27, 2010.

  1. #1
    Hello

    I need a book cover (a bit serious, colorful, genuine and classy) for an book which does not sell because of its unprofessional cover:

    http://learnem.com/ebook.php
    (Quickly learn programming in C)

    Terms:
    - You need to include existing information on the current cover.
    - Please do not use copyrighted material and logo makers. The cover needs to be original.
    - Preferred format is Photoshop PSD with the size 8.26" x 11.69", or a vector graphics (Adobe or Corel).
    - You can submit as many designs as you want.
    - Payment is through paypal
    - Contest will be closed in 48 hours and the winner is selected afterward and announced here.

    Payment:
    - $20 through Paypal
    - Optionally I may order 1 more design for $10 for the other book (similar to the first one with different title and main cover photo)

    Thanks.
     
    Last edited: Oct 27, 2010
    wmac, Oct 27, 2010 IP
  2. Farhanitrate

    Farhanitrate Active Member

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    #2
    Hello.

    This is my try. Everything available in print-able format!

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    Feedback please.

    Thank you.
     
    Last edited: Oct 27, 2010
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  3. wmac

    wmac Member

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    #3
    Hello,

    Thanks for participating. Once again I like to mention that this is a real book. having said that, I find it quite simple for a book (in comparison to other books in this or other fields).

    I like the design these guys use for their books:

    http://products.sitepoint.com/

    You may also see Amazon for similar books (but please do not copy, specially from books in the same field as it can immediately be tracked by colleague authors).
     
    wmac, Oct 27, 2010 IP
  4. totalx90

    totalx90 Active Member

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    #4
    Please Await my entry. Will have submission ready no later than October, 28th 7pm Pacific Time
     
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  5. deebong

    deebong Well-Known Member

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    #5
    Hey,

    Here is my entry. Hope you will like it :)

    Preview
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    Feedback much appreciated.

    Regards,
     
    deebong, Oct 27, 2010 IP
  6. natali77

    natali77 Well-Known Member

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    #6
    [​IMG]
     
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  7. ajmalhuzz

    ajmalhuzz Well-Known Member

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    #7
    Here is mine!!

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    Feedback Appreciated!!
     
    ajmalhuzz, Oct 28, 2010 IP
  8. Farrel Kim

    Farrel Kim Peon

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    #8
    [​IMG]
     
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  9. Vebtools

    Vebtools Well-Known Member

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    #9
    [​IMG]
     
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  10. wmac

    wmac Member

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    #10
    Hello everyone,

    Some feedback on the posted designs :

    Farhanitrate: I like the text design (specially the middle box), but back ground color and lack of any graphics is the drawback.

    Debong: Fonts and sizes need a bit more thought (for example in the header sizes of the two lines could be different, in the main title font types can be altered a bit). The cyan color is dominating too much and I am not quite sure whether it is a good match to the brown theme.

    Natali: I like your deign. It is simple but beautiful. However font size of header and footer (web development series) could be a bit smaller? Can we also make it a bit vibrant by (carefully) introducing more colors?

    Ajmalhuzz: I like the design with the condition that, that graphics in the middle is original. Could we add a bit to vibrance of the cover by carefully introducing some colors or more graphics elements?

    Farrel Kim: I like the colors very much and also the design. Your design is missing the company name and publication series. can you give me an insight on how you will modify the design in case I order a cover for the other book (web design using html)?

    Vebtools: The text effects are overkill, the author box is not serious.
     
    wmac, Oct 28, 2010 IP
  11. ajmalhuzz

    ajmalhuzz Well-Known Member

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    #11
    Thanks for comment, will update soon. Thanks!!
     
    ajmalhuzz, Oct 28, 2010 IP
  12. totalx90

    totalx90 Active Member

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    #12
    almost done please wait for me :)
     
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  13. totalx90

    totalx90 Active Member

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    #13
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  14. wmac

    wmac Member

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  15. wmac

    wmac Member

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    #15
    Totalx90, beautiful design, I like the C very much and I hope that photo is not copyrighted. Could you please PM me the origin of the photo? Also could you comment on how you will design a second cover (for the wenb design book I have on that website)?

    Also please remove the logo- (it won't be on books). Is it customary to have that "copyrighted material" on the cover? (I am not sure).

    Thanks.
     
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  16. Farrel Kim

    Farrel Kim Peon

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    #16
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    this book cover is totally vector img
     
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  17. atlpworld@rediffmail.com

    atlpworld@rediffmail.com Peon

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    #17
    feedback appreciated !!!
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  18. wmac

    wmac Member

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    #18
    This contest is closed. I am waiting totalx90's response to my questions before I decide on the results.
     
    wmac, Oct 29, 2010 IP
  19. atlpworld@rediffmail.com

    atlpworld@rediffmail.com Peon

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    #19
    i m withdraw from the contest.. CH take ur own risk.. be aware ....... leavin
     
  20. wmac

    wmac Member

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    #20
    Hello

    - The winner is totalx90 and I will contact him to proceed with the remaining. He will receive $20 for this contest and possibly additional $30 for 3 more books with almost the same design.

    - I also liked Farrel Kim's design. I like to buy his design for $10 if he accepts the offer. Kim, please contact me if you like the offer.

    I appreciate everyone's efforts and thanks for participating in the contest.
     
    wmac, Oct 29, 2010 IP