I'm fascinated by covers and yours are giving "new flavour of cozy crime," which may not be accurate but will attract readers imho. Can't wait to hear someone say, I just read Marionette by Terry The Fallis. 😉
In this vote, I'm hedging. I would need to read the book to get a feel for how each cover resonates. To me, the red says 'victimish...dangled...caught in a web' while runner-up has an aspect of 'something sinister...adventureish...heading into the unknown.' But either one definitely stops the wandering eye and says 'take a look!' I guess, either way, the story takes over as soon as a person is reading, so maybe resonance isn't that important. Either way also, great info re ARCs etc. so thanks for that too.
Morning, Terry. I’ve always considered book-cover designers unsung heroes. Gordon Robertson has created 10 or a dozen of my military covers. I think he has the “automatic grabber” touch. Can’t wait to get my hands on Marionette. (Question: in today’s substack the first ref to the release date is “October 7, 2026” and the second ref is “October 7, 2025.” Is first maybe a typo or did I miss the point?) Ted.
Thanks for this post on how you arrive at your final covers, Terry. I'm not very skilled in that area either which is why I have a terrific cover designer. That field requires a special talent as you point out by praising your designer. Red cover is my fave!
Love it!! I have to pick up a book I ordered at the Manticore this week and I shall place my order for yours.
I'm fascinated by covers and yours are giving "new flavour of cozy crime," which may not be accurate but will attract readers imho. Can't wait to hear someone say, I just read Marionette by Terry The Fallis. 😉
In this vote, I'm hedging. I would need to read the book to get a feel for how each cover resonates. To me, the red says 'victimish...dangled...caught in a web' while runner-up has an aspect of 'something sinister...adventureish...heading into the unknown.' But either one definitely stops the wandering eye and says 'take a look!' I guess, either way, the story takes over as soon as a person is reading, so maybe resonance isn't that important. Either way also, great info re ARCs etc. so thanks for that too.
The red cover would have been my choice as well. Great design.
Can't wait!
Morning, Terry. I’ve always considered book-cover designers unsung heroes. Gordon Robertson has created 10 or a dozen of my military covers. I think he has the “automatic grabber” touch. Can’t wait to get my hands on Marionette. (Question: in today’s substack the first ref to the release date is “October 7, 2026” and the second ref is “October 7, 2025.” Is first maybe a typo or did I miss the point?) Ted.
You’re right about the typo. I’ve corrected it. Launch day is October 7, 2025. Thanks, Ted.
Thanks for this post on how you arrive at your final covers, Terry. I'm not very skilled in that area either which is why I have a terrific cover designer. That field requires a special talent as you point out by praising your designer. Red cover is my fave!
Yup. Red cover. I agree with all you points about the green cover. But still, red cover.
Congrats Terry!
Terrific cover!
Pre-ordered! Looking forward to another super read in October. Red cover is a good choice!
I like them red cover best as well, and the falling figure, for the same reasons you mentioned. Congrats!