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Can DYI design cost you more than hiring a pro?
DIY sounds like a money saver, but if it is not done right, it can cost you more in lost sales, weak brand recognition and...

Martyna
Apr 253 min read


DIY design magic: top 5 free software that’ll make your socials pop
Not everyone has a designer on speed dial or the budget for Adobe’s monthly heartbreak. If you’re an indie author or a small business owner wanting to look the part online, here’s my no-fluff top 5 list of free graphic software that’ll make your social feeds look totally pro.

Martyna
Apr 223 min read


From moodboard to mayhem: The Smutorium designing process
Every now and then, a client will ask about my process. Not in a “tell me your secrets” kind of way. More like how did you take my vague...

Martyna
Apr 93 min read


Writing smut? Design filth that actually looks good
So, you write filth. Hot, filthy, deliciously unhinged smut. Want your covers, teasers, or socials to slap? Read this!

Martyna
Apr 63 min read


Design on a budget: how to make your brand look high-end without cutting corners
Branding matters. And not just a little bit. It’s the difference between looking professional and struggling to make an impression.

Martyna
Apr 33 min read


Feminine design without the clichés: why good design goes beyond ‘pink and pretty’
Good branding is about strategy, not stereotypes. Feminine design does not have to mean delicate or cute. It can be bold, powerful...

Martyna
Mar 313 min read


The ultimate indie author's guide to marketing visuals (that actually sell books)
If your visuals are not grabbing attention, your book is not selling. Here is how to create marketing visuals that actually do their job.

Martyna
Mar 293 min read


Why your book cover matters more than your blurb (sorry, but it’s true)
Your book cover is your first impression. It is the thing that stops someone mid-scroll, makes them pick up a paperback...

Martyna
Mar 244 min read


Working with a designer: what to expect (and how to avoid common headaches)
A good graphic designer takes your vision and turns it into something professional and effective. But if you have never worked with a...

Martyna
Mar 213 min read


The most common book cover mistakes indie authors make (and how to fix them)
So, you have written a book. But before you hit publish, let’s talk about book covers. And the most common design mistakes.

Martyna
Mar 183 min read
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