

In scroll culture, covers must stop the scroll. Jeremy Flagg on book design.
Zen and the Art of Self Publishing by Janet Margot
S1 · E11
Aug 31, 2026
01:00:36
Episode notes
Jeremy Flagg shares his journey from designer to author and educator, exploring the nuances of book cover design, the impact of AI on creative work, and practical tips for authors to improve their visual branding and marketing strategies.
Key Topics
- The evolution of Jeremy Flagg's career from design to writing
- The importance of genre signaling in cover design
- How to create a cover that stops a scroll
- The impact of AI on cover art and copyright issues
- Strategies for series branding and consistency
- The difference between art and design in book covers
- Using research and data to inform cover decisions
- The role of collaboration and feedback in design
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Keywords
self publishing
indie publishing
book marketing
book design
cover design
book covers