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Ross MacLennan (Book Covers Australia) was able to connect with the themes of my new novel by designing a cover that was excitingly apt, well balanced, beautifully crafted and responsive to the demands of the book trade.

 

In the negotiations that followed he showed flexibility, patience and professionalism and delivered the goods as a very competitive rate.
Bruce L Russell
Award-winning author of Jacob's Air

Ross MacLennan, from Book Covers Australia, completed the graphic design for the cover of our publication Man Overboard.
We had few ideas, but as soon as we sighted his arresting design we knew straight away that it was perfect for our publication.
Man Overboard has now nearly sold out, assisted by the fine work done by Ross.
We are pleased to recommend Ross’s graphic design talents to prospective users.

Sandra & Andy Rose
Authors: Man Overboard

Book Covers Australia undertook the cover design for my first novel, Hiding Place.

I found the company to provide an effective, efficient, helpful service, the experience was pleasant and the cost was very reasonable.

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Ross MacLennan, whom I dealt with directly, added considerably to the front cover with ideas that enhanced the mystery that is intrinsic in the title.

Dave Goddard

Author: Hiding Place

 

I have used Book Covers Australia on several occasions and found the covers they supplied to perfectly match my book.
I was impressed by how well their designs represented my book and they have helped to sell my books.
Rob Kennedy

Author: Five Ways, The Pusher

 

I was first introduced to Ross MacLennan in 2004 when looking for a graphic artist to produce the cover for my book Additive Alert – Your Guide to Safer Shopping.

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Ross was innovative and efficient to work with, and designed a cover for my book which is  both eye catching and memorable. I know from customer feedback that it is the cover design of my book which leads many customers to pick up my book for further inspection.

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Since then I have used Ross on many occasions to design brochures and small projects and he is  unfailingly  reliable ,efficient ,helpful and creative. His work is always high of a very high standard and I am delighted to recommend Ross’ services and will continue to be a loyal and happy customer of Book Covers Australia.
Julie Eady
Author: Additive Alert -Your Guide to Safer Shopping.

I wish to convey my genuine praise in all aspects of my dealing with BCA.

From the very first phone call I was given assurance of quality work at a fair price.

I was given assurance of a sample of their intended work for my book cover which was submitted on time - as promised.

 

In dealing with BCA for something that I have been working on for 2 years, I was so pleased and relieved to receive a quality, hassle-free service at a very reasonable cost. My second novel will hopefully be completed in two months and I will have no hesitation in utilising the services of BCA again.


Thank-you, Ross and team for all your work and efforts.
Craig Phillips 

Author: Battle Scar

I was a first time self-publisher who needed a customized book cover and a typesetter who would prepare my book for printing.


Ross had the experience, professionalism and patience to make it all happen. I found he was most helpful as he guided me through the process. I discovered he was very consciousness about his work and nothing was too hard for him. I couldn't be more satisfied with his work and would certainly use him again.
James Yates
Author: 9370 Sooner or Later Everone Pays te Price

Ross MacLennan produced a striking cover for my novel Harvest of Greed, published in 2012. It was immediate,  arresting and also effectively conveyed the essential focus of the story. More than that, Ross listened. This led to the vital extra touch of superimposed stockmarket-style trading figures on the cover -- an extra dimension to the cover image which further illuminated key aspects of the plot. He took extra care to get the technicals right and to fit in with the requirements of printers and publishers. In my view, and in the view of others who helped or advised on the book, it was an excellent job. 

Michael Byrnes​

Author: Harvest Greed

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Ross MacLennan was recommended to me by the printer of my novel

New World Kingdom.
I produced a rough composite picture of the cover design which encapsulated the theme of the novel.
I sent a photo of the rough idea to Ross and I was stunned when, within the hour, he came back with what I had in my minds eye.
I changed a couple of small details and it was just what I wanted.
Ross has brilliant perception and ability to quickly produce the sort of artwork he hears you describe.
He's very flexible - and patient - to make whatever changes to achieve what you want.
I've seen his website and the other cover designs he's produced and I am very happy to go back to him for the cover for my second book, soon to be released.
I can thoroughly recommend Ross MacLennan as a graphic artist for book covers or any other purpose.
Greg Webber

Author & publisher New World Kingdom
 

In December 2012 Ross MacLennan designed a cover for my children’s historical fiction novel entitled Run Peter Run.
Ross’s starting point for the front cover was a running shadow figure (obtained from me), around which he designed a background.
I was delighted with the choice of colours which provoked a feeling of mystery and danger.  The choice of buildings was well suited to the time period and place (Germany 1940’s), as well as the use of red giving the illusion of escaping from a bomb blast.
The back cover is in similar colours and the faded background also perfectly suited, allowing the blurb in white, to be easily read.
Overall, I was extremely pleased with the book’s cover.  It was exactly the ‘look’ I wanted.

Marianne Tozer​

Author: Run Peter Run
 

It has been a pleasure to work with Ross MacLennan. It is one thing for an author to have his own ideas about how a book cover should look. It is another thing for a designer to take those ideas and produce a cover that embraces the author’s vision and looks great as a finished product. I am very happy with what has been achieved for my novel, Absence Makes and commend Ross for his patience and creativity.
Bruce Menzies 

Author: Absence Makes,  The Warp and the Weft

Ross Maclennan (Book Covers Australia) connected with me immediately.  After a simple discussion over the phone, I emailed a brief summary of my book and some graphics that I had in mind. 

He took it a step further and presented something truly striking.  My book is set for release quite soon and his cover has made it very easy for me to generate some genuine pre-launch interest.
His assistance through each step made the process effortless and his response was always quick and informative.
I have no hesitation in recommending Ross to anyone for their project and have even asked him to have a think about the next cover idea that I have in mind. 
Fiona Kerr

Author: Gripped

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