Retro book covers

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    Show off your book's personality with a custom retro cover designed just for you by a professional designer. Need ideas? We’ve collected some amazing examples of retro book covers from our global community of designers. Get inspired and start planning the perfect retro book cover today.

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    Retro book cover with the title 'Native American Herbalist's Bible 7 Books in 1'
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    Retro book cover with the title 'THREADS A Depression Era Tale by Charlotte Whitney'
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    How to create your retro book cover design

    If you want an amazing retro book cover that stands out from the competition, work with a professional designer. Find and hire a designer to make your vision come to life, or host a design contest and get ideas from designers around the world.

    Start a contest

    Designers from around the world pitch you ideas. You provide feedback, hone your favorites and choose a winner.

    Start a project

    Find the perfect designer to match your style and budget. Then collaborate one-on-one to create a custom book cover.

    What makes a good retro book cover?

    A great book cover tells a story, makes people look twice, and helps your new book jump off the shelves. Book covers achieve all of that through color, typography and other design elements. Learn how to make your retro book cover stand out from the crowd.

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