So, I've come to learn that I have absolutely no control over the cover art of my book. That's decided by committee, and I'm not on it. There's a clause in my contract that says they have to 'consult' me on my cover, but Joshua (my agent) said he put that in on principle--at least this way they have to ask my opinion before ignoring it.
However, I was able to wiggle out of them that they usually have staff artists--or even artistically inclined editors, delivery men, or random passers-by--draw the maps and do any interior art.
So, they said if I knew anyone professional, I could have them do such things. Of course, the pay would stink--probably nothing more than a couple copies of the book, and maybe a thank you dinner from me. However, you'd get your name in the book as having done the maps or chapter icons.
So, you interested, 42? I have another illustrator friend, but you take precedence over him. Having seen the kind of graphic design you do, I personally think you'd do a great job for the chapter icons (I'm wanting some stylized Aon characters.) I could ask the other guy to do the map. But, it's up to you.
What do you think?
