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Book Cover Design That Sells!

"Nick Zelinger of NZ Graphics perfectly captured my book's concept, not only with masterful design and layout, but with delightful illustrations. He gave careful consideration to my wishes throughout the process, and was always available to me. Being a first-time author, I needed someone to hold my hand from start to finish, and Nick was the man for the job. Everyone who has seen my book, Good to Go, asks, "Who designed this book?" The answer is NZ Graphics."
- Jo Myers, Author, Good to Go: The ABCs of Death and Dying



"What can I say about Nick and NZ Graphics? Well, for starters he listened. Then he designed a super-cool cover that got me into Borders' and Barnes & Nobles'. My book was picked for a full-page spread in SCB Distributors' catalog. It beat out 277 other books (from 100+ independent publishers) to be featured on Page 1. Yes, good cover design makes a difference. Everyone who sees my cover knows that my book means business. Nick knocked it out of the park."
- Jeffrey Leever, DARK FRIDAY, www.jeffreyleever.com



"I'm so grateful that I had the good sense to choose Nick Zelinger to do my book's cover design and interior layout after a friend recommended him. The cover was my biggest fear, and the first hits off Nick's bat were so luscious and so close to what I wanted that choosing was almost easy. He chose an elegantly nimble font and designed lovely chapter heads. He sized the margins and illustrations so gracefully that my text wraps beautifully with minimal line breaks, which was important for keeping the reader inside the story. He advised me skillfully on trim size and stock for cover and text. Nick was a dream to work with, even going beyond the call to remove scratches from an old photo of my dad and enhance my press logo. I changed my mind about a word in the back cover copy after the files had gone to the printer, and he fixed it first thing the next morning and without complaint. Nick did a class job in every respect. I plan to use NZ Graphics for every book I publish."
- Alyce Barry, Author, Practically Shameless



"An eye-catching cover is a vital element of any novel - especially when the novelist is a relative newcomer. In his efforts on my behalf, NZ Graphics not only created a cover that critics and buyers were sure to notice, but a true work of art that cleverly alludes to the mood and context of my story. Nick is extraordinarily easy to work with, a consummate professional from start to finish, and quite simply a first-rate talent. I look forward to collaborating with him again."
- Jay Waitkus, Author, Dividing Line, Tainted Monarch and In The Depths of Shadows



"Nick (of NZ Graphics) transformed a fairly ordinary idea into a magical cover. He provided some concepts based on what the publisher and I envisioned, but then upgraded the idea to something intriguing, beautiful, and eye-catching. Many bookstore owners I've chatted with have praised the quality of final design and many, many book readers have opened the book in my presence and raved about the quality production inside as well. Nick is a master with a keen eye and marvelous handiwork."
- Mark Stevens, Author, Antler Dust



"Nick Zelinger of NZ Graphics was an absolute pleasure to work with from the conception of the cover design of my book, to the inside design, and his sending it off to be printed. The Vice President of Production for King Printing called me specificly to tell me my book cover is "Outstanding. Out Standing! And I very rarely see a cover that I would say that about."
Nick is a gifted guy who cares. I am using Nick for my next book, and recommending him to all my author friends."
- Pam Chubbuck, PhD



"Working with Nick at NZ Graphics on this project was an absolute pleasure. His willingness to work with me to produce the best possible cover for my book made what could have been a difficult process completely painless. Everyone who's seen the cover of Poison Pen has literally "oohed" and "aahed." I know it will contribute to the success of the book."
- Sheila Lowe, Author, Poison Pen



"The response from bookstores has been fantastic! Nick at NZ Graphics has a keen eye for design, and did an excellent job on my cover."
- Troy Cook, Author, 47 Rules Of Highly Effective Bank Robbers



"I was fortunately referred to NZ Graphics when I was publishing my first book and needed a cover designed. He promptly supplied me with four great designs from which to choose. When I showed them around for opinions, everyone was hard pressed to choose one because they were all excellent. Since then Nick has done many more cover designs for me for my books, CD's and Video CD products. All have been outstanding and make my products best sellers. I know I can count on Nick for prompt, clean, innovative design work whether its for me or for my customers. I can always be assured that when I send a customer to NZ Graphics for design work that they will be happy with the results."
- Bob McComb, Creator of Top Dogs Educational Products, and R.E. Navigator Company Publishing



"Nick Zelinger of NZ Graphics is probably the most creative cover artist of our time."
- Peter Baird, Author, Beyond Peleliu



"Nick Zelinger did a tremendous job designing my book cover as well as the internal look and feel of the book. He presented me with numerous options and did very timely work at a very reasonable cost. What's great about Nick is his experience and professional attitude, which resulted in a cover design that's selling my book. Thanks Nick!"
- Casey Demchak, Author, Essential Sales Writing Secrets



"NZ Graphics has been a dream come true for Paandaa Entertainment. Nick Zelinger has exceptional skills in creating, designing and launching magnificent book covers, meticulously designing well formatted interior book designs and the operational expertise to work with the book manufacturers to create a world class product.
The finished product NZ creates is unmatched in the industry and extremely responsive to the customer's needs and timelines. NZ is world class in all aspects."
- King Hurley, Author, The Interview and Mondai Nai
Paandaa Enternainment



"If you are an author or publisher and want your Book Cover design process to be easy, high value and hassle free, NZ Graphics is the company for you. Nick Zelinger is one of the most professional, customer service book cover designers in the business. Hire him now."
- Maryanna Young, President, Aloha Publishing



"Working with Nick has been great. If you want quality work done quickly and with a minimum amount of hassle, he's your guy. As opposed to many creative types he uses his own good judgement which is very good to produce a book that you can be proud of. He's got my HIGHEST recommendation."
- Fred Gleeck
www.TheProductGuru.com



"When I asked Nick Zelinger of NZ Graphics to design the cover for Without Reserve, I never expected that anyone could so quickly grasp the essential elements of the story and convey them so magnificently. He is responsive, insightful, and thoroughly professional in his relationships with the publisher and author. I strongly recommend NZ Graphics and will use his talents again!"
- Steven B. Howery, Author, Without Reserve: A Novel of the War on Terror



"Nick of NZ Graphics never whines. He is talented, patient, and hits his deadlines!
- Robert Fate, Author, Baby Shark and Baby Shark's Beaumont Blues

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