Book design portfolio from SWATT Books

Book Design Portfolio

2017

Title: ABC Games

Author: Joshua Beattie

Genre: Educational Textbook

Page Count: 44pp

Synopsis: A teachers reference book demonstrating games for young children under 11yrs of age to help develop thier nurvous system.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Book of Shurland Hall

Author: Chistdeena Ellis

Genre: Historic Photographic Coffee Table Book

Page Count: 58pp

Synopsis: A photographic record of the history and restoration of Shurland Hall on the Isle of Sheppey.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photo Preperation• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Our Daughters’ Diary of Doings + Our Son’s Scrapbook of Stuff

Author: Esosa Oniko

Genre: Baby Scrapbooks

Page Count: 2 x 64pp

Synopsis: A keepsake scrapbook to document the early life of your child from birth to adulthood.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Background Pattern

Creation• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Sea Change

Author: Jonathan Passmore

Genre: Career advice & self help

Page Count: 176pp

Synopsis: A self-help careers transition workbook to help those made redundant from the oil and gas industry.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Cover Art• eBook Export

Title: Poems from the Twenty First Century

Author: David Alexander

Genre: Poetry

Page Count: 44pp

Synopsis: A book of modern poetry.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: A Future to Find

Author: Colin Pettit

Genre: Historical Fiction

Page Count: 444pp

Synopsis: A Future to Find is a story of adventure and intrigue, set in the closing years of the nineteenth and early part of the twentieth century.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Dark is the Sea

Author: Heather Blanchard

Genre: Fantasy Fiction

Page Count: 200pp

Synopsis: A book about a young girls’ struggle with her past, magick, and an evil force determined to distroy her.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export• Self-Publishing Management

Title: Fly on the Wall

Author: Rosemary Fraser

Genre: Young Adult Fiction

Page Count: 136pp

Synopsis: The story of a boy who’s wish to be a fly on the wall comes true and his epic adventure learning about ‘different’ households and places only a fly can go.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photographic Preperation• Cover Outsourcing

Management• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Untouchable

Author: Rosemary Fraser

Genre: Fiction

Page Count: 344pp

Synopsis: A book about the lives and loves of two contracting families, one from the West, the other from one of India’s poorest communities.

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Title: Apponomics

Author: Peggy Anne Salz in partnership with InMobi

Genre: Business & Technology

Page Count: 328pp

Synopsis: A book detailing the inside track on everything you need to market and monetize mobile apps.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Infographic Creation• Photography Preperation• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Arka Dhyana: Intuitive Meditation

Author: Srinivas Arka

Genre: Meditation & Yoga

Page Count: 120pp

Synopsis: A self help textbook on the practice of Arka Dhyana, a yoga-based discipline of intuitive medititation.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export

Title: Beyond Tx

Author: Jonathan Passmore, Paul Renshaw, Jim McGovern & Denise Pearson

Genre: Business & Career Advice

Page Count: 176pp

Synopsis: An essential self-help guide aimed at those planning a career in a management or leadership role after leaving the armed forces.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export

Title: Critical Care London 2015

Author: Andrew Rhodes, Jonathan Ball & Maurizio Cecconi

Genre: Business & Medicine

Page Count: 160pp

Synopsis: A book to accompany the guest speaker lectures at the 6th annual Critical Care London conference.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Crossed Lance’s Rulebook

Author: Martin Knight & Peter Bradford

Genre: Tabletop RPG Rulebook

Page Count: 48pp

Synopsis: A rulebook for a new tabletop roleplaying game based on the sport of medieval jousting.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Infographic Generation• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: FASTBREAK

Author: John r. Childress

Genre: Business & Management

Page Count: 208pp

Synopsis: A unique synthesis of how-to, philosophy, principles of effective leadership, and casestudy examples to help the CEO and business leader improve their organization’s ability to deliver on their strategy and business promises.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Infographic Generation• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export

Title: The History of Sheppy

Author: Lisa Tyler

Genre: Historical Reference

Page Count: 174pp

Synopsis: A brief illustrated history of the Isle of Sheppey, which forms part of the headlands in to the River Thames.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Scanning• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Kanter Jewels

Author: Alison Kanter

Genre: Photographic Biography

Page Count: 68pp

Synopsis: A photographic biography of Allison Kanter’s father, presented to him at his 90th birthday.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Scanning• Cover Art• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Malcolm Saville: An Illsutrated Bibliography

Author: Mike McGarry & Sally Walker

Genre: Bibliography Reference

Page Count: 284pp

Synopsis: A illstrated bibliography of all the works published by Malcolm Saville; a bestselling children’s author.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Mr Pizza & All That Jazz

Author: Peter Boizot

Genre: Business Biography

Page Count: 314pp

Synopsis: A redesign of the autobiography of Mr Peter Boizot; the founder of PizzaExpress.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export• Self-Publishing Management

Title: The Science of Fat Loss

Author: Phil Richards

Genre: Health & Fitness

Page Count: 728pp

Synopsis: This book has all of the information you need to learn everything there is about fat loss. Whether you are looking to lose weight or you work with those who do, this book will show you how to achieve safe, effective and long-term fat loss from a nutritional, lifestyle and exercise point of view.

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Title: The Celtic: The Gathering Storms

Author: Ian McCallum


Page Count: 312pp

Synopsis: Seen through the prism of the Celtic Football and Athletic Club, the first in a series of books examines the social history, political atmosphere and wartime experiences of the Roman Catholic Irish communityduring WW I.

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Title: The Celtic: The Storms Break



Page Count: 384pp

Synopsis: Seen through the prism of the Celtic Football and Athletic Club, the second in a series of books examines the social history, political atmosphere and wartime experiences of the Roman Catholic Irish communityduring WW I.

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Title: The Social Leadership Handbook

Author: Julian Stodd

Genre: Business Management & Leadership

Page Count: 104pp

Synopsis: A business management book about Social Leadership: a style of leadership that bridges the gap between the formal organisational space and semi formal social ones in order for businesses to remain agile and relevant in the social age.

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Title: The Social Leadership Handbook 2nd Edition

Author: Julian Stodd

Genre: Business Management & Leadership

Page Count: 148pp

Synopsis: A business management book about Social Leadership: a style of leadership that bridges the gap between the formal organisational space and semi formal social ones in order for businesses to remain agile and relevant in the social age.

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Title: Ultimate Fat Loss Book: 10 Habits for Maximum Fat Loss

Author: Phil Richards

Genre: Health & Fitness

Page Count: 292pp

Synopsis: This book has all of the information you need to learn everything there is about fat loss. Whether you are looking to lose weight yourself or you work with those who do, this book will show you how to achieve successful, long term fat loss from a nutritional, exercise and lifestyle point of view.

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Title: The Unoffical Guide to Medical Research, Audit and Teaching

Author: Zeshan Qureshi

Genre: Medical Education

Page Count: 152pp

Synopsis: A student textbook to help junior doctors feel more prepared for their inevitable roles in research, audit and teaching.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Photography Preperation• Infographic Creation• Export of Print-Ready Files

Title: Wycombe Abbey Seniors Directory, 2013

Author: Wycombe Abbey School

Genre: Student Directory

Page Count: 156pp

Synopsis: A student directory listing all of the graduating students of the class of 2013 to help alumni remain in touch after graduation.

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Title: The Celtic: The End of Innocence



Page Count: 328pp

Synopsis: Seen through the prism of the Celtic Football and Athletic Club, the third in a series of books examines the social history, political atmosphere and wartime experiences of the Roman Catholic Irish communityduring WW I.

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Title: The Exchange Rate

Author: John Mills

Genre: Economics & Business

Page Count: 36pp

Synopsis: A pamphlet distributed to government on the UK exchange rate and it’s effect on deindustrialisation and unstable economic growth.

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Title: Unleashing Capacity: The Hidden Human Resources

Author: Rita Trehan

Genre: Business Mangement

Page Count: 180pp

Synopsis: A business managemnt book to help today’s HR professional attain and keep a seat at the corporate decision-making table.

Design Services:

• Layout Design• Typesetting• Infographics Creation• Export of Print-Ready Files• eBook Export• Self-Publishing Management

Title: Why Trump Won

Author: John Mills

Genre: Business & Politics

Page Count: 32pp

Synopsis: A pamphlet distributed to government on the effect that globalisation is having on worldwide politics.

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I have been working as a professional print designer for over 18 years, both in Canada and the UK. For the past 6 years, I have run my own design agency SWATT Design, and as the years have progressed I have narrowed my focus towards publishing and book design.

Formally trained in traditional graphics at George Browns’ College of Art and Design in Toronto, I moved to the UK in 2003. After 16 years running creative departments for a number of corporations in both Canada and the UK, I understand the value of top-quality typographic design and the impact it can have on your books’ salability.

Professional Experience:

SWATT Books Jan. 2016 – PresentOwner/Creative DirectorLaunched specialised division of SWATT Design concentrating solely on book design, typesetting, cover art, and self-publishing management services.

SWATT Design Ltd Nov. 2010 – PresentOwner/Creative DirectorRunning my own freelance design studio producing a variety of print graphics for a wide range of companies both within the UK and Internationally.

Armour Automotive Sept. 2006 – Nov. 2010)Design & Marketing ManagerManagement of the Design & Marketing Department of a leading mobile electronics manufacturer/distributor.

Markwins International Sept. 2004 – Sept. 2006Design ManagerStart-up and management of a regional art department for a multinational cosmetics gift company, producing packaging and corporate literature for the UK branch of the Markwins group.

Older ExperienceDefinition Light & Sound (May 2004) Freelance DesignerSt. Stephen’s Community House (Feb. – July 2003) Contract DesignerIMC & Associates (Jan. – April 2002) Freelance DesignerFilm Effects Inc. (Jan. – Dec. 2001) Contract DesignerVarious Work Experience (July 1997– Aug. 2000) Freelance DesignerDP&D Communications (Jan. – June 1997) Apprentice Designer

About me

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with some great authors and publishers. Here’s what some of them have to say about working with me.

“Samantha is unquestionably a good and very efficient professional whose work is of the highest standard. In my many years as an ambassador, barrister and writer I have not come across many like her.”

– Joseph Amamo, Author

“Having hired Sam for a number of projects I would highly recommend her for design work. As well as being reliable at producing quality work she was particularly empathetic to our needs.”

– Jamie Pugh, Phil Richards Performance

“The work that Samantha has done for my company is of a very high quality, she adopts a can-do approach to her work, & responds quickly to emails.”

– Dr John Alban-Metcalfe, Laeden Press

“If anyone is looking for a dedicated worker they need look no further than this firm for help in any project they might be contemplating. I think we all look for good value, work completed on time, and more importantly price! With Sam you get all this plus much more.”

– Rosemary Fraser, Author & Publisher of “Untouchable”

“I have worked with Sam at SWATT Books on a couple of occasions now. Her work is excellent, very creative and she delivers on time. Her costs are very reasonable and she deals with total professionalism in addressing customer issues. I will be working with Sam again on many occasions.”

– Peter Bradford, Knightsford Games

“Samantha is a superb designer, with an eye that brings materials to life. Her responsive and flexible style made her a delight to work with, and the end result was a high quality publication. We will be using Samantha’s services again as a result.”

– Prof. Jonathan Passmore, Embrion

“Sam produced the artwork and design concepts for a book of poetry I produced earlier this year. She was incredibly attentive to detail and conscientious about the work I needed doing on this important project. She also came back with corrections in double – quick time and her rates are very reasonable. In addition Sam is very personable and easy to deal with I would recommend her work without reservation.”

– David Alexander, One Young World

“Samantha was a great support in turning my manuscript and charts and graphs into a professionally published business book to support my business consulting firm. She was not only quick in delivery but made excellent suggestions for improving style and visual communications. My next book is earmarked for her creative support.”

– John R. Childress, The Principia Group

“Sam has been my first choice for book design since her superb work on the first edition of the Social Leadership Handbook. She has those qualities that I look for in a great designer: an ability to bring broad experience and vision, alongside a willingness to listen. Of course, getting a great design is just half the story: having a design partner who can navigate the world of printing, proofing and delivery, making the process easy and timely, is also invaluable. Which is why she will be my first choice in future.”

– Julian Stodd, Sea Salt Learning

“Excellent, thorough and timely work on our medical books, not only delivering a brilliant job, but also helping us win prizes for the Unofficial Guide to Medicine textbooks.”

– Zeshan Qureshi, Unofficial Guide to Medicine

Testimonials

Samantha Pearce, Owner & Creative DirectorSWATT Books, A SWATT Division of SWATT Design Ltd.

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