Design a Cover for a Surrealist Book of Poetry!

at the end of the retrograde

Joe Rap

Joe Rap is an LGBTQ+ author and artist who lives and works out of a studio in New Haven, Connecticut. He is a strong supporter of therapy and really wants to hear about the new show you’re excited about. He enjoys writing, drawing, playing guitar, yoga, meditation, burning sage, pulling cards, and also telling you all about the new show that he is excited about. at the time of writing this book, he is 28 years old (and sober). learn more about this and his other works at: www.joerap.com
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"at the end of the retrograde" is a fully illustrated collection of poetry about loss, addiction, depression, and recovery. It uses black and white illustrations to take the reader on a journey into a surreal and strange world where blacks, whites, and stars overhead and divinity are the central concepts. This book is about the journey into darkness to find the light.

those interested in poetry, artists, young adult. Ages 15-35.

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I am looking for something simple, but striking. I suggest going on amazon and looking at bestselling (MODERN) poetry collections. Try Rupi Kaur to start but branch out, really looking at what's selling on Amazon. Focus on light and dark. I've provided every photo asset used in the collection so that you can get a feel of what the cover should look like. 5.5x8.5 (reference the cover of my first book for exact details!) Have fun!! Be creative! Create a design that can sell the HELL out of this book. (I've also uploaded the cover of my last book, just for reference, it shouldn't feel the same exactly, but you might get a taste for what I'm looking for.)

It should not be too busy. Many of the illustrations I've used are pretty busy. Do not just put one of the illustrations on the cover. Really play around with this.