Enter some truly amazing pre-made book cover sites! There are varying degrees of quality out there, and many just didn't fit with the theme of my book. But then I stumbled upon the perfect cover, and it was instant love.
Just looking at it makes me feel giddy!
I ordered it from the fantastic Razzle Dazzle Stock site. For $30-$50 you can get a pre-made cover, including changing the text to reflect your book's title and your author name. There's a great selection and the service was fantastic, so I would highly recommend it. I'm currently working on a chick-lit/women's fiction manuscript, and I plan on checking Razzle Dazzle out for covers for it. They also do custom designs, but you'd have to contact them for pricing.
So what lesson have I learned in my self-publishing journal? Don't try making your own cover unless you're also a graphic artist. Trust me, that little pearl of wisdom will save you hours of frustration!
