Make Money Designing eBooks
Self-publishing is booming. Authors and publishers desperately need professional eBook designers who understand formatting, cover design, and layout for multiple platforms. Charge $200-3000+ per project with recurring clients.
Why This Works
Everything you need to turn your skills into a sustainable income stream
Premium Pricing
eBook design is a high-value service. Authors charge $9.99-29.99 per book and happily invest in professional design.
Recurring Clients
Authors and publishers publish multiple books. One satisfied client becomes a long-term revenue source.
Portfolio Building
Every eBook you design is a professional portfolio piece showcasing your design and technical skills.
eBook Designer Earnings
Income grows as you build skills and reputation. Charge more as you develop specialized expertise:
$200-500/book
Start with simple formatting and basic cover design. Work with self-published authors and small presses.
$500-1500/book
Offer complete design packages: cover, interior layout, multiple format exports. Build portfolio and testimonials.
$1500-3000+/book
Specialize in high-end publishing, work with traditional publishers, offer custom branding and series design.
How It Works
Follow these steps to get started and see results quickly
Master eBook Design Tools
Learn professional tools for eBook formatting and design: InDesign, Vellum, Atticus, or Canva Pro.
Understand File Formats & Platforms
Learn the technical requirements: EPUB for general eBooks, MOBI for Kindle, PDF for print, and Apple Books formats.
Design Professional Interiors
Create beautiful layouts with proper typography, spacing, and visual hierarchy. Include front matter and professional formatting.
Market to Authors & Publishers
Target self-published authors, indie publishers, and traditional publishing houses. Showcase your work and testimonials.
eBook Design Tools Comparison
Choose the right tool for your workflow and client needs:
InDesign
- Industry standard
- Full creative control
- Professional output
- EPUB/PDF export
- Steep learning curve
- $20/month subscription
- Overkill for simple projects
Best For:
Professional designers, complex layouts, multi-format publishing
Vellum
- Specialized for eBooks
- Beautiful templates
- One-click export
- Mac-friendly
- Mac only
- Limited customization
- $200 one-time cost
Best For:
Indie authors, simple to mid-level designs, Mac users
Canva Pro
- Beginner-friendly
- Affordable
- Templates included
- Quick turnaround
- Limited format control
- Less professional for complex books
- Limited export options
Best For:
Quick designs, beginner designers, simple eBooks
Atticus
- Indie author focused
- Great templates
- Affordable
- Good support
- Less powerful than InDesign
- Windows only
- Smaller community
Best For:
Indie authors, mid-level designs, cost-conscious clients
What You Get
Everything you need to succeed in your journey
High-Value Service
Authors invest significantly in book production. eBook design is often their biggest expense after writing and editing.
Recurring Revenue Potential
Successful authors publish multiple books and want consistent design branding across their catalog.
Skill Building
Develop specialized expertise in typography, layout, and technical formatting that commands premium rates.
Multiple Format Sales
One book design can generate multiple sales: eBook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook cover design.
Authority & Consulting
Position yourself as an eBook design expert, leading to speaking opportunities and publishing consulting work.
Real Results from Real People
"I started designing eBooks for indie authors at $300 per project. After building my portfolio and reputation, I now charge $800-1200 per book with a waiting list of 3+ months."
Sophie K.
eBook Designer
"I focus on publishing house contracts. Working with major publishers, I earn $1500-2500 per book design. My specialized expertise has completely replaced my corporate job."
Marcus R.
Publishing Specialist
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