Cover Templates

Preview: Sample Book Cover Layout

Visualize how your cover should be laid out using the example below. Ensure your front, back, and spine dimensions align with the template requirements.

Download the specific Cover Template needed, as seen below. Please refer to the "Spine Chart" at the top of this page to correctly design your book.

Cover templates are basically the same size as your book with a .125" bleed on all trim sides for all binding styles, except hardcovers, which require a .5" bleed for the cover wrap. InstantPublisher accepts all sizes of books, so if your book size is not listed below, you will be responsible for sizing the cover properly. InstantPublisher performs a quick size inspection of all covers submitted.

To make the process easier, we offer a variety of book cover templates that simplify the design process. Whether you're working on a novel, a non-fiction book, or an academic publication, choosing the right book front cover template ensures your final product looks professional. Our textbook templates are especially useful for educational publishers looking to create polished and uniform designs.

For authors and designers looking to add extra protection or flair, our book sleeve templates are available to help craft an elegant dust jacket. Additionally, our book cover design templates cater to different genres and styles, giving you creative flexibility. If you need a quick and easy solution, our printable book cover templates allow you to customize and print high-quality covers efficiently. Whatever your publishing needs, our templates make it simple to create a stunning and correctly formatted book cover.

*Note: to use these templates, please right click on the text links below and save ["save target as"] to your desktop (if you have Windows). If you have MAC, just click and the templates will be saved to your desktop. Then open the templates from your desktop.

4.25" x 7" Cover Template

4.25 by 7 custom book covers
photoshop cover templateDownload Front Cover Photoshop Template (4.25" x 7")
photoshop cover template2Download Back Cover Photoshop Template (4.25" x 7")
indesign Download Front & Back Cover InDesign Template (4.25" x 7")

 

5.5" x8.5" Cover Template

5.5 by 8.5 custom book covers
photoshop cover template3Download Front Cover Photoshop Template (5.5" x 8")
photoshop cover template3Download Back Cover Photoshop Template (5.5" x 8")
indesign2Download Front & Back Cover InDesign Template (5.5" x 8.5")

6" x 9" Cover Template

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photoshop cover template4Download Front Cover Photoshop Template (6" x 9")
photoshop cover template4Download Back Cover Photoshop Template (6" x 9")
indesign3Download Front & Back Cover InDesign Template (6" x 9")

8.5" x 11" Cover Template

8.5 by 11 custom book covers
photoshop cover template5Download Front Cover Photoshop Template (8.5" x 11")
photoshop cover template5Download Back Cover Photoshop Template (8.5" x 11")
indesign4Download Front & Back Cover InDesign Template (8.5" x 11")

Case Bound Cover Layout Template

More Sample Covers

Book covers for self-published authors sample
Book covers for self-published authors sample

*Please note the spine size for books with 1-40 pages. And it's not suggested to print on the spine for books with less than 60 pages.

Please provide all cover files as tiff, eps or pdf files in CMYK colors at 300 dpi. If you are trying to match colors please use the pantone uncoated numbers and submit those numbers with your order and take the proof option for color matching. Custom sizes and bleeds available.  You will be charged for the next size up on the pricing calculator and you will be responsible for layout of your special sizes.