
Write Boldly. Launch Smart. Grow Your Fanbase.
I help indie sci-fi and fantasy authors get their books publisher-ready, attract first-time readers, build a loyal fanbase, and spend less time marketing while focusing more on writing.
"The experience was gratifying! Leanne's process was patient, thoughtful, thorough and collaborative. Her communication skills streamlined the process by finding out my preferences for the design options up front. I look forward to working with her again!"
— Jenny Hogan, Author
“Leanne was a true creative partner from start to finish. She listens closely, asks smart questions, and helps you think more deeply about your goals. I don’t have an artistic bone in my body, and her approach took a huge weight off my shoulders and brought the project to life in exactly the right way.”
— Alyssa Romeo, Author
"Our session was exactly what I needed to find the right illustrator. Leanne gave me clear direction, connected me to helpful resources, and helped me present a more professional series to readers. Since then, I’ve sold more books—and even won a cover design award."
— Kerry Lockhart, Author, Keen Jean Books LLC
The Transformation
The Author Alignment Process is a done-for-you book branding and marketing system designed to help indie sci-fi and fantasy authors attract more readers, show up with the same quality and confidence as their stories, and spend less time stressing over promotion while focusing more on writing.
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Attract More Readers
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Look Like a Serious Author
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Market with Confidence
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More Time to Write
The Author Alignment Process
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Weeks 1–3
We begin by clarifying your creative direction and laying the foundation for a brand that truly aligns with your stories. This phase reconnects you with your vision while setting you up to stand out on shelves, present yourself professionally, and move through the self-publishing process with greater ease and confidence.
What we’ll do:
Uncover your goals, values, genre intentions, and audience connection points. So your brand feels authentic, resonates with readers, and aligns with where you’re headed.
Analyze your current work, past cover(s), and platform to assess alignment. To identify what’s working, what’s not, and where we can create stronger consistency across your presence.
Begin visual direction exploration for your author brand. To set the tone for a look and feel that supports your stories and helps you stand out in your genre.
Gather inspiration for your cover and brand toolkit. So we have a creative starting point rooted in intention, not just aesthetics.
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Weeks 4–6
With your strong True North set, we’ll build your brand world. Designing your cover and visual identity to draw in the readers who are already searching for their next sci-fi or fantasy escape. You’ll emerge with a toolkit that tells your story before they even open the book and helps you show up with confidence everywhere your work appears.
What we’ll do:
Design a custom, genre-appropriate cover that reflects your narrative. So it grabs the ideal reader, instantly communicates what kind of story they’re in for, and holds its own alongside bestsellers in your category.
Build a flexible, story-forward visual brand identity. So you can show up consistently and professionally across all platforms, with visuals that support your voice and genre.
Create launch-ready graphics for socials, banners, and ads. So you're equipped to confidently promote your work without scrambling to design assets at the last minute.
Begin crafting your single-page author website to tie everything together. So readers have a place to explore your world, join your list, and stay connected between launches.
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Weeks 7–9
Now that your visuals are set, we’ll shift into strategy. Helping you use your new brand materials confidently and consistently, so you’re showing up in ways that grow your audience, spark industry interest, and make your presence unmistakable.
What we’ll do:
Finalize and launch your author website (based on provided copy). so you have a polished, professional hub that grows with you and gives readers a place to land, explore, and sign up for more.
Build a simple plan for using your toolkit pre- and post-launch. so you know exactly how to apply your brand visuals with confidence, whether you're promoting your next release or engaging your community.
Create templates or static visuals for future use. so you can keep showing up consistently without reinventing the wheel every time you share something new.
Optional check-ins or buffer time to accommodate feedback, life, or inspiration. so the process supports your creativity instead of rushing it, and you have space to breathe (or pivot) as needed.
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Weeks 10–12
This is a flexible wrap-up phase designed to give you breathing room, support final refinements, or provide extra guidance as you launch. Whether you're prepping a reader magnet, booking events, or lining up the next book, I’m here to help you stay aligned.
What we’ll do:
Final polish and tweaks to anything we’ve built together. so everything feels refined, cohesive, and truly ready to represent your work out in the world.
Optional marketing support check-in. so you can get clarity on how to roll out your brand with impact and keep building momentum post-launch.
Guidance on next steps for growing visibility or building your universe. so you leave with a clear path forward. Whether that means connecting with more readers, expanding your series, or planning your next big creative move.

Interested in getting aligned?
About
Hi, I'm Leanne Bowers, a designer and marketing expert who loves watching indie sci-fi and fantasy authors do their thing, and a long-time fan of sci-fi and fantasy works like Frankenstein, The Windup Girl, The Mercy Thompson Series, and The Heart Goes Last.
Though I've worked as an in-house and freelance designer for over a decade (in what I affectionately call "corporate-land") my real passion is in stories: books, comics, games, and movies.
During my time at the Association of Writers and Writing Programs, I had the opportunity to meet so many passionate authors, Including the very memorable time I got to talk to Ursula K. Le Guin, who is such a kind amazing soul.
These days, I continue to support my creative friends and colleagues who went on to write their own books. It's these experiences that drew me into the indie sci-fi and fantasy world. In a market where quality varies and many authors are competing with bots, my mission is to help stand-out authors present themselves professionally and build lasting trust with their audience.
Case Studies
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Jenny Hogan - Women's Fiction Author
Turned her rough sketches into a finished, professional book cover through a thoughtful, collaborative design process.
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Alyssa Romeo - Historic Fantasy Author
Helped Alyssa bring her novel to life with a thoughtful, collaborative book cover design process.
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Kerry Lockhart - Queer Romance Author
Helped guide Kerry to the right illustrator and supported the process to bring her dream covers to life.

Ready to Stand Out to More Readers?
If you're ready to elevate your author brand, attract loyal readers, and build lasting momentum across your series, book a free discovery call below to see if The Author Alignment is the right fit for your journey.