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Maze Runner Cover Story
- The Maze Runner cover went through months of iterative design and feedback from booksellers before final approval.
- This shows how heavily publishers invest in covers to ensure they attract readers and sell well.
Understand Editor-Marketing Tensions
- Editors and marketing teams in publishing have different priorities: editors love the book, marketers want to sell it.
- New writers should understand this tension to avoid frustration over covers and titles.
Politely Discuss Cover Changes
- When giving cover feedback, express your concerns politely and ask designers how they could address them.
- This approach encourages collaboration and increases the chance your suggestions are considered.