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Free book mockup generator

Preview a cover as a standing book, paperback stack, e-reader, angled book, or editorial flat lay.

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Your image stays in this browser. Choose a scene, then download a 1,200 × 675 PNG.

Quick answerA book mockup generator places a flat cover into a realistic launch scene so readers can picture the finished book. Coverfairy's free browser-local tool supports a standing hardcover, paperback stack, e-reader, angled book, and editorial flat lay, with a custom or transparent background.

Which book mockup should you use?

Choose the scene that matches the message. A standing hardcover emphasizes a premium physical edition, a paperback stack works for print launches and series posts, an e-reader suits ebook promotion, and a flat lay creates editorial context. Keep one clear hero object instead of crowding the image with unrelated props.

How do you make a mockup look convincing?

Upload the final front cover at a useful resolution, avoid extreme perspective, and choose a background that separates from the cover edges. Check that small title text remains legible and that shadows support the scene without hiding the artwork. Transparent PNG output is useful when a designer will finish the composition elsewhere.

Where can a book mockup be used?

Use mockups in launch pages, newsletters, media kits, retailer ads where permitted, social posts, and announcement graphics. A mockup is promotional art, not the production cover file; keep the original ebook and print exports unchanged for platform upload.

Frequently asked questions

Does my cover leave the browser?

No. The preview is composed in your browser.

What can I download for free?

After uploading a cover, you can download a 1,200 × 675 preview of the selected scene.

Can I adjust a mockup in the studio?

Yes. The studio includes scene, background, and shadow controls for project-linked mockups.

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Add this copy-and-paste snippet to an author blog or publishing resource page. The accessible link works without JavaScript; the small script enhances it into a branded tool card.