The Frontispiece is closed
The Frontispiece is an award-winning design studio specializing in book packaging and publishing consultation. Founded in 2015 by designers Kevin Barrett Kane and Emma Christine Hall, our approach to book design is founded in our love of art, design, and literature.
As of September 2019, The Frontispiece is no longer taking on new clients, and expecting to officially close the business by January 1, 2020. Read more about our decision to move on here.
To keep up with our work individually, find us here:
Kevin Barrett Kane
Emma Christine Hall
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Books are judged by their covers.
They are cherished for the stories they tell.
We believe that great books deserve thoughtful design, inside and out.
For this reason, our design process involves careful consideration of the contents and context of every book we produce. If you're looking for a design partner for your next book project, contact us.
fron·tis·piece
A frontispiece is an illustration preceding a title page.
WE MAKE DESIGN PERSONAL.
We love books, and understand the passion and commitment it takes to write one. That’s why we actually read every book that comes through our door. We spend the time necessary to get to know you and your content in an effort to build literary and informed book designs.
The Frontispiece seeks to build coherent cover and interior book design concepts that uphold the highest design and typesetting standards while maintaining visual consistency throughout the project. We believe in the power of books as art objects.
We provide extensive publication solutions to a wide variety of clients. From self-publishing authors to large publishing houses, and designs ranging from text-heavy novels and prosaic works, to complex textbooks and coffee table books, our small-shop feel in no way inhibits our ambition.
We understand that design is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor, and are therefore committed to collaborative efforts aimed at getting projects completed beautifully and efficiently.