Professional Award-Winning Book Cover Illustrator

Treebeard and Hobbits by Jim Harris

Hi, I’m Jim Harris, a Society of Illustrators Silver Medal Winner who has been creating professional book covers for over 20 years. The novels, children’s books and non-fiction titles I’ve illustrated have reached well over 3 million copies in print.

From adventure novels to children's picture books to serious titles ranging from Biblical archaeology to medical themes, I’ve illustrated book covers (and interior illustrations) for dozens of titles produced by traditional publishers (including

-Penguin
-National Geographic Books
-Andrews McMeel
-Viking
-Scripture Press
-Rising Moon-Standard Publishing
-Accord
-Better Homes & Gardens Books

...and I’ve also worked for self-publishing authors who desire a top-quality professional product.

Visit Jim Harris Illustrator to see more work samples. Many are award-winning illustrations from New York Society of Illustrators and Communication Arts annual competitions... and/or have been featured at museums and galleries from New York to New Zealand.

I usually paint in watercolor and/or acrylic and gouache. Prices vary depending on the complexity of the project, but usually start at about $1500 for a stand-alone cover.

If you're looking for a book cover with eye-catching realism and professional quality... I’d love to hear from you.

Webmaster's note: Jim has written a brilliant article for authors on working with an illustrator.