A bit of an unusual post for you today! If you love book cover art as much as I do, then keep reading…
I recently connected with artist Alex Storer over a book cover he designed, which led to this post! It turns out that Alex has created a free PDF of his artistic collaborations with author Alice Sabo over the years, and I thought this was such a cool idea that I wanted to help Alex promote it. First, here is the cover of Alice’s new book, designed by Alex:
Tensions rise as Elaan begins a delicate dance between the UCFS’s demands and her people’s needs. An unexpected gift of knowledge leaves her reeling.
Hunter has to deal with the new revelations about his origins, the trial and the resulting repercussions, all the while working to keep his family safe.
Trash gets a chance to rescue a brother in need and add him to the Embassy’s staff.
More Iguacans flood into the Embassy seeking sanctuary. More unusual gifts are discovered. And with every secret learned, Elaan uncovers facts she’d rather stay buried.
Dilemma is only the most recent cover Alex has done for Alice’s books, and in this free downloadable PDF, Alex has brought together all of his stunning artwork. If you are an artist, or even if you just love art, I suggest checking this out. Alex has included so many cool elements in this book, including his artistic process, inspiration for various covers, and how he and Alice met and formed a working relationship. And as I was perusing Alex’s artwork, a familiar book cover caught my eye. Alice Sabo’s High Barrens was part of the 2019 Self Published Fantasy Blog Off (SPFBO)!
Cover artist Alex Storer has been working with self-publishing author Alice Sabo, since 2014.
The Art of a Changed World is a detailed retrospective of the cover art Alex has produced for thirteen of Alice’s books, including her bestselling series A Changed World, from which the free publication takes its name.
The Art of a Changed World brings together concept art, final cover illustrations and designs for Alice’s books – spanning science fiction, fantasy and thriller genres. It contains the stories behind each cover, as well as insights into the creative process alongside contributions from Alice. It is a celebration of creative collaboration in the age of self-publishing.
Click here to visit Alex’s website and download a copy for yourself!
I absolutely adore Alex’s style, and I’ve already downloaded my own PDF to enjoy his fantastic book covers. Please take a look yourself and you’ll understand why I’m such a fan:-D
About the authors:
ALEX STORER is an illustrator and graphic designer based in the UK.
A lifelong interest in science fiction came full circle in 2010, when Alex finally began realising his own visions of future times and places. Taking inspiration from classic SF literature and the SF&F art greats of the 1970s and 80s, his work pays homage to yesterday’s visions of tomorrow, yet remains contemporary and distinctive in style.
Alex first encountered computer art during a school art class in 1990 – a moment that would ultimately define his career as a graphic designer and digital artist. Today he enjoys creative collaborations with independent authors and publishers, and regularly exhibits his artwork on the UK science fiction convention scene.
Alex’s H.G. Wells-inspired painting Awakening was included in Brave New Worlds: Utopias/Dystopias in London in 2011, and his work has previously appeared in ImagineFX Magazine, Computer Arts, Writing and Illustrating the Graphic Novel (Mike Chinn) and How to Draw and Sell Comics (Alan McKenzie).
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ALICE SABO is the author of character driven stories in post-apocalyptic, space opera, fantasy and mystery series. Across genres, her characters deal with trying to make good choices in difficult situations. Whether seeking lost cultures in an unforgiving galaxy or finding a murderer on the streets of LA, her books have strong world building, multi-layered characters and a satisfying culmination.
She lives in the mountains of North Carolina. When not working on her various series, she researches her peripatetic ancestors, and gardens with hopes of outwitting the ravenous wildlife.
You can find all her series and the order in which to read them on her website, along with maps and other extras.
Such a talented artist. I love that tornado illustration!
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Isn’t it fantastic? I think all of them has a wonderful, otherworldly feel to them.
Those look great! I wish I could do that kind of stuff!
Me too!
Thanks much for bringing this to our attention, Tammy. I love discovering both new authors and artists, and I was unfamiliar with both in this case. Downloaded the PDF and having just glanced through it I can see why you like his artwork, it’s fantastic! I look forward to spending a little more time reading through the entire PDF.
I love the saturated colors he uses, and I’ll also be keeping an eye out for more of his covers:-)
Thank you so much for the kind words – I hope you enjoy the publication. I’m hoping it’ll be something I can keep updating over time as I do more covers (since Alice keeps writing!).
Oh wow… Just – wow! And not only is the artwork fantastic – I now have a wonderful indie author to check out that was previously unknown to me:)). Fabulous post, Tammy!
Thank you! He is so talented, and I believe Lynn might have reviewed one of Alice’s books for the SPFBO this past year.
What a perfect response – thank you! Alice’s writing is fantastic; I particularly like her Transmutation series. Every cover has been a genuine pleasure, and a different kind of challenge!
Great art! I wish I was that talented. 🙂
Me too! It’s a skill I’ve always wanted, but I’m hopelessly bad at it:-)
Gorgeous cover. I kinda want to be in there witting enjoying a good book lol
Oh the art’s so pretty!
It is, right? He’s got a unique style.
So lovely, it would be lovely to be so talented.
And High Barrens – that was one of my SPFBO books and the writing was very good.
Lynn 😀
I remembered High Barrens from your blog, that’s what triggered my memory.
The cover is the first thing we notice in a book and a beautiful one, like those you showcased here, is a powerful “magnet” for the stories it illustrates. Thank you so much for bringing this very talented artist to our attention! 🙂
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My pleasure, I’m looking forward to his next cover:-)
You’re just making me blush now… 😉
Oh wow what a fun post! I love all of these covers. I’m hard pressed to pick a favorite- but I think it might be the Tornado one? But I like Sabo’s cover too… tough. Makes me wonder what other cover artists are out there.
I’ve just started keeping track of cover artists. I have some favorites now and I’ve added Alex to my list. I think he’s so talented:-)
Wow, those covers are all so gorgeous. I can’t stop staring at the one for Dilemma. I love all of the details in it.
That’s lovely to hear – “Dilemma” is the cover I’m the most proud of, even if it is the most recent. Being able to illustrate the cover for such imaginative writing is such a pleasure!
I really love that cover art, it’s beautiful!