Clockwise has a new cover and I'm super stoked about it!
Isn't it perty?
I released it yesterday on my Facebook author page (if you haven't visited me there, please do. :)
It's not yet up on Amazon but should be by the end of the weekend and will gradually replace the old cover in all the different media spots.
Why did I change the cover?
It wasn't because I didn't like the first one. I did. A lot.
However, one thing I learned in this school called DIY publishing is that covers are really important (duh) and that certain covers are more reflective of certain genres.
What I got right with the first cover is the concepts of light and fun, whimsical and otherworldy.
What I got wrong was it didn't look YA enough. Illustrated covers are found widely in the middle grade section (a fact that hadn't occurred to me).
That, plus I just wasn't getting the kind of initial response I wanted from enough people -- the "love it" factor.
When you're doing everything yourself and for the first time, it's easy to miss the mark on some things. The great thing is, it's easy to do it over.
I'm super excited about this new cover. And wait until you see book two!!
Awesome! I really liked the old cover too but this one is more representative of YA. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, and I agree :)
DeleteVery nice! The girl has mesmorizing eyes!
ReplyDeleteThank you, and I agree her eyes are stunning :)
DeleteThe girl is adorable! I really like this a lot. And you know, you're right--I loved the old cover, but it did make me think MG. Funny how that works.
ReplyDeleteI know. It's seems so obvious now.
DeleteNice cover! I hope you have MUCH bigger sales.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Me too :)
DeleteLove the cover! I think this does look more YA. I hope it brings lots of success.
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
DeleteI totally agree with your reasoning and LOVE the new cover.
ReplyDeleteThanks. We learn as we go, don't we?
DeleteThis one definitely YA enough. I love it!! Here's to a ton of success with it!
ReplyDeleteThanks!!!
DeleteI love this cover! It definitely looks more YA. Very appealing! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm so glad I finally hit the target.
DeleteOoo...electric. Definitely has more of a sci-fi feel to it.
ReplyDeleteWho's the model?
I'm glad you think so. I wanted it to have a sci-fi otherworldly feel. The girl is a daughter of a friend.
DeleteVery striking.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm glad you like it.
DeleteI love the new cover! I'm going to update my blog post on CLOCKWISE so everyone can see how pretty it is. :) Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing that! I so appreciate it!!
DeleteThis one is definitely YA!
ReplyDeleteI agree :)
DeleteLove the new cover. It's definitely more YA.
ReplyDeleteThank you. And I think so too :)
DeleteIt's fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGotta go with your gut and the cover looks amazing!!
ReplyDeleteThe old cover was very nice, but this one definitely fits in more with the YA style right now. Good choice! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! It's gorgeous. It would fit right in with any YA display. Nicely done!
ReplyDeletePretty awesome!!! I think you did a wonderful job. And I know what you mean about covers. I buy a lot of Kindle books based on cover. I guess I'm just that shallow. LOL. Sometimes it I get what I paid for, sometimes not so much but this looks like it will definitely be worth it.
ReplyDeleteYou are very wise my dear. I loved the first cover too but now that you mention it, at first glance I did think it was middle grade. Your new cover is very eye-catching and fits the novel perfectly. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fantastic cover...definitely one that I would snatch up off the shelf just to see what it's about. And I love that you immediately get a hint that it's about time travel. Your previous cover was lovely, but you're right, I would have thought it was a MG book.
ReplyDeleteA very smart change on your part! This is definitely going on my tbr list!
Stumbled into your blog after visiting PK. Your book and cover look fantastic :)
ReplyDeleteI love it, I love it, I LOVE IT!!! It's perfect! Too excited, and updated on my blog. Now I'm expecting to har all kinds of "flying off the racks" reports.
ReplyDeleteOh, and updating the book page w/the Kirkus review and all looks FAB! Super well-done!!! :o) <3