So you want to be a writer? Many aspiring authors start with a clear idea in mind for their official book covers and layouts.

And now you can embark on that creative journey with the help of this guide. We've collected all the resources and tutorials you'll need to know how to make book templates like the professionals. Explore this selection from our authors to get inspired.
Book Quick Links
Need to skip to some of our most popular book tutorials instead? Check out these in-depth articles from our instructors.
How to Make a Book: The Basics
Making your very own book requires a little software know-how and a bit of creativity. Ready to get started? Check out these great tips to master the basics.
How to Make a Book Template
Laura Keung10 Apr 2019
How to Make a Book Cover
Grace Fussell09 Oct 2020
10 Essential Tips in Creating Print Design
Laura Keung21 Jun 2019
Easy Book Tutorials
Or try out a stunning book cover with one of our easier lessons. Learn a variety of ways to make easy book layouts and covers using Photoshop, InDesign, and online print makers.
How to Create a Book Jacket Template in InDesign
Laura Keung12 Jul 2022
How to Make an InDesign Book Template (Cover & Layout)
Grace Fussell17 Jan 2023
How to Make a Fantasy Book Cover (With a Book Cover Maker)
Monika Zagrobelna11 Mar 2019
More Book Tutorials
Continue your learning with more helpful book tutorials. This next batch will help you conquer everything from children's book designs to magazines and more.
How to Make a Book in InDesign
Grace Fussell09 Feb 2024
How to Create an eBook in Adobe InDesign
Grace Fussell01 Dec 2022
How to Create a Children’s Picture Book in Adobe InDesign
Grace Fussell02 Feb 2023
Design a Hardback Cover for a Young Adult Fiction Book in Adobe InDesign
Grace Fussell04 Feb 2015
How to Design an Effective eBook Cover Using Adobe InDesign
Grace Fussell11 Mar 2015
How to Create Your Own Magazines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Grace Fussell06 Mar 2024
The Beginner’s Quick-Start Guide to InDesign (Tutorials, Tips & Resources)
Grace Fussell11 Oct 2021
Learn How to Design a Book Cover in Our Latest Course
Andrew Blackman13 Aug 2018
9 Top Tips for Making Creative InDesign Templates
Laura Keung14 Jun 2019
Book Videos
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How to Make a Fantasy Book Cover (with a Book Cover Maker)
How do you make a fantastic book cover without confusing software? In this video, you'll discover the amazing benefits of Placeit online book templates to do just that. Learn how to create an incredible fantasy cover using simple tools and resources.
More Book Videos
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- How to Put Your Face on a Glamorous Magazine Cover
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Make Your Own Sports Magazine Cover (with a Magazine Cover Maker)
Premium Book Resources
Short on time? Discover the best book templates around from these premium resources. Get more incredible templates from Envato Market and Envato Elements.
28 Best InDesign Book Templates (Layout & Cover Templates)
Melody Nieves02 Aug 2022
50+ InDesign Templates Every Designer Should Own
Grace Fussell01 Mar 2024
15+ Best Book Covers to Design Online With a Maker App
Melody Nieves07 Oct 2018
19 New InDesign Templates Creatives Must Have in Their Arsenal
Melody Nieves26 May 2022
31 Best Brochure Mockups (Using an Online Mockup Generator)
Nona Blackman08 Jul 2021
42 Best Magazine Mockups Using an Online Generator (Cover, Layout, Flat, and More)
Nona Blackman21 Jul 2021
27 Best Book Mockups Using a Book Mockup Generator
Nona Blackman19 Apr 2022
26 Best Book Cover Designs & Ideas (With a Book Cover Maker)
Nona Blackman12 Mar 2019
29 Best InDesign ePublishing Templates (Digital Magazines & eBooks)
Melody Nieves22 Aug 2021
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