Amplifier 1: book cover and a giveaway

Book 2 of 5. Continuing the ‘behind the scenes’ look at the book covers for the Amplifier Series photographed and designed by Gene Mollica Studios, Jonathan Cannaux joined Devon Ericksen for the photoshoot for Demons and DNA (Amplifier 1) [as Emma’s dark and deadly sorcerer, Aiden].

I selected two shots for the cover of book one:

I absolutely adored Devon’s attitude (for Emma) in this shot – the wind in her hair, the bare feet. But, if you’ve read the book, you’ll understand that Jonathan (Aiden) was standing too close to her. So …

I asked Gene to use this shot for Aiden (set slightly into the background). This was just so ‘Aiden’ to me. The bat, the casual readiness, the perfect bone structure …

And with those two photos and a bit of chatter from me about location, magic, etc, Gene created this masterpiece, featuring the house, the barn, the Mustang, and subtle hints of the demon attack.

Cover design by: Gene Mollica Studios Models: Devon Ericksen and Jonathan Cannaux

Want to win an autographed copy of Demons and DNA (Amplifier 1)? Yes?! Just comment below to enter to win.

Notes/Rules: OPEN INTERNATIONALLY. One entry per person. One winner will be selected by random number generator. Email addresses are not collected for any purpose other than to contact the winner. No purchase necessary. Giveaway closes WEDNESDAY, SEPT 9, 2020 at 8pm PDT. Likes and shares are always welcomed and appreciated.

Are you new to the Adept Universe series? Click here for the reading order. Or click here for the Welcome! sequence.

Click here for my blog post about the prequel cover [giveaway closed].

66 thoughts on “Amplifier 1: book cover and a giveaway

  1. Thank you for sharing the behind the scene for this book cover. Kinda cool to see and read. Kinda cool also that I actually own the same dress Emma is wearing on that cover 😉

  2. I love the behind the scenes on these covers! And it isnt the threat of demons that is getting me hot and bothered😜

  3. Ah! I would loved a signed copy! ❤❤ I have been following the whole Adept Universe ever since I saw a beautifil cupcake on a cover back in 2014 and a mention of magic in the description took me away. 🤓

  4. One of my favourite covers I think. I like the little details. Buying the Kindle versions means you miss out on these. Nits one of the reasons I buy vinyl, it’s an artefact you can handle and linger over.

  5. I love the instant connection between Aiden and Emma. Your books makes me feel like I’m watching it happen instead of reading.

  6. I love your covers, and must add how much I appreciate that you don’t take the cheap option and use Shutterstock or whatever to use the same images everyone else is using. Your attention to detail sets you above your peers.

  7. Who knew that’s how a book cover is born?! Very cool process. I wonder if the models are ever recognized while strolling down the street? “Omg, it’s AIDEN!”

  8. Your are so generous sharing your time when you provide these behind the scene glimpses. Your giveaways are the icing on the cake. But above all of that, I appreciate you sharing your wonderful books with us!

  9. Very cool. Awesome to see the behind the scenes look. I think some people greatly underestimate the work writer put into their covers.

  10. I am *amazed* at how pictures can be edited… That looks awesome!
    I’m going to have to read through the books again to catch myself up….

  11. I love this. Seeing the before pictures and then the after that is the cover is amazing. The talent that people have to make covers is really cool.

  12. This is so fun! I live seeing the process you go through to pick a cover photo, and how it makes the perfectcover! Thanks for sharing with us

  13. This cover has the possibilities spinning in my head. The best thing, I’ll still be fully entertained. Can’t wait!

  14. To have all of your books signed would you be awesome. Maybe someday when things get back to normal I could see you at a book signing. I would love it 😊 I have always wanted to see Canada.

  15. Love this series and LOVE PAISLEY sorry can’t help it 💜 every thing you write is gold 😊 and behind the scenes is super fun!

  16. I would love to win your autographed copy!! I have read all of your books and wait anxiously for each release! #FanForLife

  17. I find it fascinating how you have such absolute images of these characters in your head that you could imagine the perfect image from two different photos.

  18. I think the depth of character development you have in every story is the reason we fall in love with the characters so much. You bring to life every story 💖

  19. Love to see how you create the covers of these books!! It is a snapshot of how your wonderful mind processes what you are looking for in the covers of your books. Thank you!

  20. So cool! I didn’t know you used live models either, but I love how you combined the two photos to inspire this gorgeous cover!! I’d be super excited to win an autographed copy!!🤞🏻

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