Bringing Books Closer to Readers: Beyond the Cover

How does the essence of a book reflect on its cover? How can imagery, color, and typography serve as a visual invitation to readers? In this interactive workshop with creative designer Hassan Al Mohtaseb, participants will discover the secrets behind designing book covers that combine beauty with meaning. The session explores elements of visual design, the symbolism of colors and fonts, and the balance between artistic and commercial dimensions, along with discussions of successful international and Arabic cover examples. The workshop is aimed at writers, publishers, and aspiring designers who wish to understand the deep relationship between text and image, and how to transform a book into a visual icon that captures the reader’s attention from the very first glance.