Christmas Tale Book Design

Hali: Closed
Zawadi: $10
Wasilisho Zilizopokelewa: 29
Mshindi: sandyr45

Winner

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Contest Title: Design a Front and Back Cover for For Lease Navidad
Description:
We are seeking talented designers to create an eye-catching front and back cover for our whimsical holiday story, For Lease Navidad! This bilingual tale (Spanish and English) is perfect for the festive season, blending humor, warmth, and the magic of finding a home during Christmas.

Story Outline:
For Lease Navidad is a heartwarming story about a magical house that’s up for rent during the holiday season. The house is longing for a family to fill it with love, laughter, and joy. Through playful verses, the house describes its charming features: twinkling lights, snow-covered roof, a cozy fireplace, and plenty of space to create happy memories. The story emphasizes the importance of family, togetherness, and turning a house into a home.

Design Requirements:
Front Cover:

Title: For Lease Navidad
Include a festive and inviting illustration of the magical house.
Capture the holiday spirit: snow, Christmas lights, decorations, and warmth emanating from the house.
Bright, cheerful colors to evoke joy and magic.

Back Cover:

Space for a short blurb:
"A heartwarming story about finding home, love, and laughter during the holiday season. Perfect for families, For Lease Navidad will warm hearts and brighten spirits in both English and Spanish!"
Room for author credits and ISBN placeholder.
Optional: Include elements from the story, such as the snow-covered roof, twinkling windows, or children playing in the yard.
Deliverables:
High-resolution files (front and back covers).
Formats: PDF, JPG/PNG, and source files (AI or PSD).
Dimensions suitable for print (8.5 x 11 inches, with a 0.125-inch bleed).
Judging Criteria:
Creativity and originality.
Ability to capture the story’s festive and magical tone.
Overall visual appeal and composition.

We would love for the cover design to be inspired by the playful, whimsical style of Dr. Seuss, capturing the fun and magic of the story. While we encourage a creative approach that channels his iconic, lively spirit, we also want to respect and honor his work by creating something fresh and original. The design should evoke the same sense of wonder and joy that Dr. Seuss's illustrations bring, but without directly copying or imitating his unique style. We’re looking for a balance between Seuss-inspired charm and your own artistic interpretation to make this story truly special.