6 things to think about when designing a book cover

The Penguin Random House Student Design Award is an opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in design to experience real cover design briefs first-hand.

We are pleased to let you know that the 2017 Design Award is currently open for submissions with a closing date of 12 noon on Tuesday 7 March 2017. 

To celebrate the launch of this year's Award, cover designers Rosie Palmer and Lauren Wakefield share 6 essential things to think about when designing a book cover.