Illustrations drawn for your book, not pulled from a stock library
From full picture books to a single map or chapter opener, our illustrators work from your notes and sketches, in a style you choose before any drawing starts.
What we illustrate
- Children's picture books: character sheets, page art and cover
- Chapter openers and spot illustrations for novels
- Fantasy maps and family trees
- Workbook and educational diagrams
- Illustrated covers for any genre
- Files sized for both ebook and print
Styles
Watercolor, soft digital painting, flat vector, line art and realistic. We show you a style sample before the full project begins.
Included in: Premium Publish (illustrated cover) or as an add-on
See packagesSample designs
These are sample designs with made-up titles and authors, created by our design team to show range. They are not client books. Client work is never shown without the author's written permission.
How it works
Style sample
We draw one sample in your chosen style so you can approve the look.
Sketches
Rough sketches for each page, for layout approval.
Final art
Full-color illustrations in batches, with revisions.
Layout
Optional: we place the art and text into your formatted book.
Questions about Book Illustration
How many illustrations does a picture book need?
Most 32-page picture books need 12 to 16 spreads plus a cover. We'll plan it with you page by page.
Can I use the illustrations on merchandise?
Yes. Full rights pass to you on final payment, including use beyond the book.
Your consultant
One publishing consultant handles your project from quote to delivery and replies within 1 business day.
Meet the teamOften booked with
Send your first chapter. Get honest notes in 3 business days.
Tell us about your book and we'll reply with what it needs, which package fits and what it will cost. Free, with no obligation.