Ebook Launch

Ebook Launch has been designing covers for indie authors since 2011, operating as a family business from British Columbia, Canada. Led by John, Adrian, and Dane Low, the studio has won multiple entries in The Book Designer's annual cover design contest and is endorsed by Mark Coker (Smashwords), Joel Friedlander (TheBookDesigner.com), and Derek Murphy (CreativeIndie). They are an Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) partner.

What You Get

• Custom ebook cover — $497: First design concept delivered within 14 business days; unlimited revisions until satisfied; high-resolution upload-ready files
• Ebook + print cover — $595: Adds full print wrap with front, spine, and back; ISBN barcode generation included
• Series discount: $50 off each additional cover after the first book — meaningful savings for multi-book authors
• 3D marketing mockups: Included free with every order; ready to use on your website and in promotions
• Full rights transfer: Source files delivered; Ebook Launch retains no rights or royalty stake

Who It's For

• First-time authors: The money-back guarantee removes financial risk, and the team is experienced at guiding debut authors through the revision process
• Series authors: The $50 per-book series discount adds up quickly for authors publishing multiple titles under one brand
• Authors prioritizing risk-free design: The combination of unlimited revisions and a genuine full refund policy is uncommon at this price point among custom studios

Pricing: $497 for ebook cover; $595 for ebook + full print wrap. Series covers discounted $50 each after the first. One-time payment, no subscription. No hidden image licensing fees.

Strengths

• Genuine money-back guarantee: Unlike some studios that offer "satisfaction guarantees" with conditions, Ebook Launch's is documented and straightforward
• Independent recognition: Multiple wins at TheBookDesigner.com's annual cover contest validate quality beyond client reviews
• Trustpilot: 4.6/5 from 33 reviews — reviewers highlight clear communication, adherence to timelines, and willingness to iterate
• Peer-endorsed: Trusted by Smashwords, a major indie publishing platform, and recommended by prominent indie author educators

Limitations

• Price floor starts high: At $497 minimum, Ebook Launch is out of reach for authors on tight budgets; there is no lower-tier premade option
• Small team: Three designers means capacity can affect scheduling, particularly during busy publishing seasons
• Upsell pressure noted: At least one reviewer reports feeling pushed toward add-on formatting and editing services beyond the requested cover work

Alternatives

For lower-budget custom covers, GetCovers ($10–$35) delivers professionally designed covers with strong Trustpilot reviews and a 4-day turnaround. For higher-end illustrated work or series branding at a similar price point, Damonza and Creativindie Covers offer comparable guarantees with different genre specializations.