Book 3 of 5, continuing the ‘behind the scenes’ look at the book covers for the Amplifier Series photographed and designed by Gene Mollica Studios.
Again I selected two shots for the cover of Bonds and Broken Dreams (Amplifier 2), still placing a bit of distance between Emma and Aiden (reflective of their slow-burn romance). And while I know it isn’t ever good to play favourites, I think this book cover might be my fav of the series so far (by a seriously slim margin).
From the moment I saw this shot, I absolutely knew I needed to use it. Devon (as Emma) is so crazy fierce! When chatting with Sasha and Gene about the costumes, it made sense to have a series of photographs of Devon/Emma in a raincoat, etc, due to the overall setting of the series. But! The west coast was actually hit by a huge, unusual snowstorm at the same time as the book is set, resulting in getting to use actual snow on the cover. And, of course, I was also able to weave the delightful tension of getting snowed in into the plot.
Aiden gets to play hero in book 2 (which is hard to do when your love interest kicks serious ass on her own) and the fully runed bat comes seriously into play. This shot of Jonathan/Aiden felt like it captured his state of mind, and being, perfectly – focused, steady, and dreadfully sexy.
Gene took the two photos I selected, plus some suggestions from me, and created true beauty. His expertise shines – literally – in every icicle in this stunning, magical piece of art.
Want to win an autographed copy of Bonds and Broken Dreams (Amplifier 2)? 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 16, 2020 at 8pm PDT. Likes and shares are always welcomed and appreciated.
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- Click here for my blog post about the prequel cover [giveaway closed].
- Click here for my blog post about book cover one [giveaway closed].
I think this is my favorite cover, too!
OMG I love your covers 😍 💕 💗 you always have fabulous models😁💖
Loving these posts!! It was your covers that caught my eye and started me on my reading journey of the Dowser series. 😁
This cover is pretty great. Thanks for doing the behind the scenes look. It’s interesting to see the process.
I would love to win a copy ❤️
I won!! Mehan please tell me how do i “tag” you back please!! I’m so excited and grateful for being able to win this giveaway ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I think this is one of my favourite books It’s so hard to choose! I live kandi so much but Emma and Paisley!!! Love them all.
Would SOOOO love to win this!!
Love your covers and the ‘behind the scenes” look. Thanks for sharing.
I find it really interesting how book covers come to be! It’s something I’ve always wondered about. Thanks for sharing the background stories!
I don’t know how you pick a favorite book cover when they’re all so good!
I love this cover too!
I love this cover and would love to have an autographed copy to add to my collection!!🤞🏻
I juist love these “insider” snippets and how it all comes to fruition!
I’m enjoying this peek inside your mind… such a fascinating place!
Interesting to see how it comes to be.
Wow. Seeing the raw then finished product. I really admire the talent that goes into creating this piece of art.
I love this cover!!!!!
This cover is gorgeous! I love that you have put full input and choose your covers yourself.
Fantastic covers!!
I never knew how much effort goes in to a book cover!
The cover looks amazing and I would love to be considered for an autographed copy of this book!
As always, thank you! I am making my way through the Amp series again, but I am afraid I will be done before the next book comes out, Sept. 29. Sigh…
Thanks so much for these looks behind the scene of making the book covers!! Love it! Im seriously loving those yellow boots! Been wanting a pair like those, for forever!
The amount of skills that combine to make these amazing covers is crazy!
I didn’t know you used actually people for the covers until you did the giveaways! As always, great cover!!
Wow…so much detail in the planning!!
MCD does her cover magic again, as usual! Nothing short of what we expect from our favorite author of deadly dreams!
Again… the details! Fascinating!
Love the cover! And love these behind the scenes looks!
They are all so good that I don’t know if I could choose a favorite!
I’m loving the behind the scenes look for each of the covers.
I love all of these, Amplifier is def one of my favorite series. Paisley, though, really.
Yes!!! Thank you for the chance! I love all of your books and love seeing little glimpses of your life on Facebook.
Love the insider info – fun to watch how covers develop.
I love all the covers and this is seriously a great one! I love the process behind each and the development between them as the story progresses.
The ice slipping off the umbrella is a nice touch. But, oh my, that Aiden is something else.
Just about to start this one in my ebook series re-read.
Absolutely love this series. The cover is great. Can’t wait for the next one. Thank you for so many great books!
I love seeing these beauties on my shelf! As always, if I win I promise to give my copy to local secondhand store to entice new readere!
These are beautiful!!!! 😍😍😍
I love these behind the scenes cover crafting.
Really loving finding out how your covers come to fruition
Amazing!!!!
I love your book covers (and your books!).
These behind the scenes are great. I love the covers!
I love that yhese covers are as colorful as Emma.
I think the first is my favourite, with the runes glowing and the chicken on the fence post.
Love the new cover
I love all the books but always buy the Kindle version. I’d love to have a signed copy. Don’t stop doing what you do………just write faster, please 🙈
I love Emma and Aiden! Thank you!
Love these characters almost as much as Paisley!
Thank you for giving us a place to escape to!
Loving these peeks into how the cover comes together! This is a beautiful cover!