We all know that information products are booming at the moment, and we all know that if we are serious about selling ebooks that we need to get a good ebook cover design created.
We usually have 3 choices to create a good ebook cover design:
1. We employ a Graphics designer to create our ebook cover design;
2. We purchase a piece of software that will create our ebook cover design; or
3. We make our own ebook cover design.
As I am beginning to develop my own information products, I went on a bit of a mission to find a solution that I could use in my business.
I had a look at the software products on the market that automatically created a cover based on predefined templates. But I decided that was not for me as I wanted my ebook cover design to be original.
I decided against employing my own graphics designer as I am on a tight budget.
Because I am pretty handy with Adobe Photoshop, I went in search of Tutorials to help me create my own ebook cover design... And then I stumbled on the 1ClickCovers software that was developed my Max Rylski.
I was VERY interested in his product to say the least and I purchased it immediately. I figured I had nothing to lose as it did come with a 30 day money back guarantee, and I could also review the product for you...
After downloading this product, I immediately installed it and plunged into the depths of ebook cover design and started reading the crash course.
I was a little timid at first as I was not sure if I was up to the task. Sure I have designed plenty of websites, banners and stuff, but I have never delved into 3D graphics design. I was a little anxious to say the least.
After reading the book, I immediately watched the videos, and my fears were put on hold as Max took me through the process. This stuff looked easy!
I decided that I would follow along with the videos and make my own cover based on the tutorial.
After this great result, I decided to take the plunge and design a magazine cover for my new magazine (subscribe at The Money Site Builder ) and I was quite pleased with my result.
For this review I decided that I would really let my hair down and create an ebook cover design *LIVE* so that you could watch the process in real time.
CLICK HERE TO WATCH MY *LIVE* VIDEO
How much does it cost you?
This package currently costs $97 US Dollars.
So what do you get for your money?
The a href="http://www.money-site-builder.com/1clickcover.html" target="blank">1ClickCovers software package comes with the following:
The eCover Design Crash Course. - This is a 46 page Crash course in the principles of effective cover design.
Step-by-step easy to follow tutorials. - Interactive flash tutorials that take you through the ecover design process step-by-step using Adobe Photoshop.
32 eCover Actions Scripts - These scripts compile your 2D cover into a 3D cover with just 1 click. These are the exact same action scripts that Max uses to create covers for all of his clients.
Bonus #1: Max's eCover Graphics Swipe File - This Bonus contains over 100 of Max's favorite eCovers. You can use this graphics swipe file for inspiration when you're stuck for ideas.
Bonus #2: Max's Collection Of The Best Fonts - This bonus contains 19 fonts that Max finds most effective in his cover design projects
Bonus #3: Max's Favorite Color Swatches - This bonus contains 84 of Max's favorite color combinations in graphic format. This allows you to visualize your color scheme more easily by opening up the graphic swatches in Adobe Photoshop.
The Good
This product is very easy and intuitive to use. All of the documentation and video tutorials follows a defined process that complements the build process. Max is very thorough and gives you many insider tips that really simplifies the process.
There are 32 action scripts that covers all kinds of ebook covers. These include:
3 types of software boxes
1 box with 3 CD's
2 types ebook cover designs
1 CD template
1 CD with Jewel Case Template
1 DVD with Case Template
1 Ezine Template
1 Report Template
1 VHS Tape Template
1 Member Card Template
2 Types of Gift Box designs
1 Set of 5 to 21 eBooks Template.
The Bad
This software package is not for a person that is not willing to put in the effort. It has been designed for people that are serious about their business and want to design their own ebook covers.
This can take you anywhere from 20 minutes up to half a day, depending on your ability and the quality of your work.
If you want fast point and click results, I would not recommend this product.
The other downside is that you need to own Adobe Photoshop 6 or higher.
But, to be fair, Max is really targetting the semi-professional with this package and most of them will already own Adobe Photoshop and will be designing their own graphics.
My Recommendation
If you are serious about your ebook cover design, and you have Adobe Photoshop 6 or higher, then I recommend that you buy this product.
It is fantastic value for money and you will have a great ebook cover design within hours.
Product: 1ClickCovers
Price: $97
Rating: 4 Stars
Recommendation: If you are serious about your ebook cover design, and you have Adobe Photoshop 6 or higher, then I recommend that you buy this product.
