The Grave Thief, book 3 in the Twilight Reign, has a draft cover, not that I’ve actually finished the damn book but that’s something we’ll gloss over for the time being. This isn’t the final cover, I think the central figure is going to be completely changed, but I thought I might as well get people’s reactions to what we have thus far. So check it out and let me know what you think!
What I haven’t done recently is mention the books I’ve been reading recently, so here’s a quick summary of my recent consumption, in case you’re looking for something to read.
Olga’s Story – Stephanie Williams – an amazing true story and a great read, paled only for me because I’d read the proposal when it was first sold and that had much of the action packed in tight, so by comparison the book was drawn a bit further out.
Devil’s Peak – Deon Meyer – cracking read about a vigilante in South Africa, well worth it, not least because it’s a very sober story (apart from the detective in it) that doesn’t seem to sensationalize anything that’s going on, which makes it much more dignified than many of a similar ilk. Hmm, I don’t use the word ilk often enough.
Scar Night – Alan Campbell – well I’m halfway through this one, but I’m enjoying it thus far. Not as grim and claustrophobic as I’d like, but good. A rather softer sort of China Mieville perhaps (without trying to be disrespectful to Alan – I think China’s a better writer than I am at the moment too). Must say a big thank you to the guy who reviewed Twiglet on Amazon recently, simply for pointing out that yes it is meant to be claustrophobic, that was intended. I’m not sure everyone really got that…
Erm, before Olga’s Story I just can’t remember, Wintersmith probably, but big T hardly needs more publicity or sales anyway!
I think the cover is a great one. My first reaction was “oh, nice!” and it did make me want to pick it up. Lol, I think it’ll work great. So awesome to see you finally getting out there!
It looks nice in the smaller view, if you click on the bigger image I think there are issues with the main figure. Good first impact though yes!
I think the cover is a great one. My first reaction was “oh, nice!” and it did make me want to pick it up. Lol, I think it’ll work great. So awesome to see you finally getting out there!
It looks nice in the smaller view, if you click on the bigger image I think there are issues with the main figure. Good first impact though yes!
Grave thief layout
What, a blue cover again?!?! Are you just going to alternate between blue and red covers or what?! I thought you were going for a green one, like Chris Paolini…there goes that prediction…I suppose green doesn’t really fit the general feel of the book, “Grave thief”, that is pretty bleak…but still, you should be more diverse, man! Otherwise, love what you’re doing, keep up the good work!
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Well I think it’s more purple than blue, should be more obvious on the actual book rather than a computer image. The plan is to have The Ragged Man, book 4, with a green cover, and then all suggestions welcome for the last one!
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black and grey
Re: Grave thief layout
Yeah, I think grey and black are going to be the way to do. The working title is The Dusk Watchman, which would tie in to those colours although my editor doesn’t like the name! Need to sketch out the plot properly before I worry too much though ;0)
Grave thief layout
What, a blue cover again?!?! Are you just going to alternate between blue and red covers or what?! I thought you were going for a green one, like Chris Paolini…there goes that prediction…I suppose green doesn’t really fit the general feel of the book, “Grave thief”, that is pretty bleak…but still, you should be more diverse, man! Otherwise, love what you’re doing, keep up the good work!
Re: Grave thief layout
Well I think it’s more purple than blue, should be more obvious on the actual book rather than a computer image. The plan is to have The Ragged Man, book 4, with a green cover, and then all suggestions welcome for the last one!
Re: Grave thief layout
black and grey
Re: Grave thief layout
Yeah, I think grey and black are going to be the way to do. The working title is The Dusk Watchman, which would tie in to those colours although my editor doesn’t like the name! Need to sketch out the plot properly before I worry too much though ;0)
Best Cover so far!!!
Best cover so far I think!!!
Re: Best Cover so far!!!
Well that’s not the final version so hopefully it’ll get even better by the end!
Best Cover so far!!!
Best cover so far I think!!!
Re: Best Cover so far!!!
Well that’s not the final version so hopefully it’ll get even better by the end!
I think the main figure does look a little out of place. Its pose is over dominant in the image, he doesnt blend into the symmetry of the whole piece. I think a static position would work better within the contex of the cover, as it is now it looks sort of freeze frame.
Yup, I’ve told them to go back and have another go. Will try to post later on the revised version – still not quite right but the figure’s better (as well as bearing a little more relation to the plot!)
I think the main figure does look a little out of place. Its pose is over dominant in the image, he doesnt blend into the symmetry of the whole piece. I think a static position would work better within the contex of the cover, as it is now it looks sort of freeze frame.
Yup, I’ve told them to go back and have another go. Will try to post later on the revised version – still not quite right but the figure’s better (as well as bearing a little more relation to the plot!)