A 3D book mockup is a realistic image of your book cover shown as a physical object, such as a paperback, a hardcover, an eBook on a device or a boxed set. Our 3D book mockup services turn your flat cover files into polished images for your website, social media, newsletter and advertising, so readers can see your book as a real thing.
Flat covers look small in a feed. A well-made mockup gives the book depth, shadow and context, and it helps promotional images stand out. This service is part of our book design services and works with social media book marketing and author website design.
What our 3D book mockup service includes
- Single-book mockups. Paperback and hardcover images from several angles, with accurate spine, edges and shadows.
- Boxset and series mockups. Stacks, fans and lines of books that show a whole series or a collected edition.
- Device mockups. eBook covers displayed on phones, tablets and e-readers, for digital launches.
- Scene mockups. Books in settings such as a desk, a bookshelf or a flat lay, matched to your genre and brand.
- File sizes for every use. Transparent PNGs and sized files for your website, social posts, ads and email.
Who this service is for
- Authors preparing a launch and needing images for promotion
- Authors with a series who want a consistent set of visuals
- Authors who sell from their own website and need product images
- Publishers who need a quick, consistent mockup process
How this service works
- Send your covers. You send the final cover files, with spine and back for print editions.
- Choose the scenes. We agree the angles, formats and scenes you need.
- Review the images. We create the mockups, you review them and we adjust.
- Receive the files. We deliver the final files in the sizes you need.
Why do authors use book mockups?
A mockup shows a book as a product, which helps readers picture owning it. Mockups work well on websites, newsletter headers, social media posts and ads, where a flat rectangle can look lifeless. They also help when you have more than one edition, because one image can show the paperback, hardcover and audiobook together. A clean, accurate mockup looks professional and builds trust.
Can I use a mockup as my Amazon book cover?
No. The main image on a book listing should be the flat front cover, not a 3D mockup, and platforms can reject listings that use angled or staged images as the cover. Mockups are for promotion elsewhere, such as your website, your social media and your marketing. Some retailers and A+ Content modules accept additional images, and we check the current image rules for the place you plan to use them.
What formats and scenes can you create?
We can create paperback, hardcover, boxset and audiobook mockups, device images for eBooks, and scenes such as a bookshelf, a desk, a coffee table or a flat lay. We choose lighting, background and props that suit your genre, so a thriller gets a darker scene and a cosy mystery a warm one. We also create transparent versions, which let you place the book on any background in your own designs.
What makes a mockup look realistic?
Accuracy matters more than effects. The cover must wrap correctly around the spine, the page edges must show, the shadows must match the light, and the proportions must match your real trim size. A mockup that shows the wrong thickness looks fake and misleads readers. We use your exact page count and trim to set the thickness, and we check how the image looks at thumbnail size.
What should I avoid in a mockup?
- Fake review stamps, awards or bestseller badges that are not true
- Misleading claims about the book or its format
- Covers that are distorted, blurry or the wrong aspect ratio
- Stock props with licences that do not allow commercial use
- Images that confuse readers about what is being sold, such as a printed book shown for an eBook-only release
How long does it take and what does it cost?
A set of mockups usually takes three to seven days from final covers, depending on the number of scenes. We do not publish a price list. Every project receives a free quote with a fixed price in writing before work starts, so you know the full cost before you commit.
How many mockups do I need for a launch?
Most launches need a small set rather than dozens: one clean hero image for your website and ads, two or three angles for social posts, a device image for the eBook and a series image if you have more than one book. Variety keeps your feed fresh without confusing readers about the product. We suggest a set for your launch plan and add more scenes later, for newsletters, promotions or seasonal posts, as your needs grow.
Questions about 3d book mockups
Can I use the mockups on my website?
Yes. You receive files for web, social media, ads and email, and you can use them to promote your book.
Do you need my print cover with the spine?
For print mockups, yes. For eBook and device mockups, the front cover is enough.
Can you create a mockup of my audiobook?
Yes. We show the square cover on a phone, headphones or a stack of discs, depending on the style.
Can you make a set for my series?
Yes. We create a consistent set, so every book in the series looks part of one family.
Will the mockup show my real page count?
Yes. We set the thickness from your page count and paper, so it looks accurate.
Can you add text on the image?
Yes. We can add a tagline or a launch date, as long as the claim is true and the text stays legible.
Do you provide transparent images?
Yes. We provide transparent PNG files, so you can place the book on any background.
Do I keep the files?
Yes. Your agreement sets out usage rights, and the final images are yours to use for promotion.
Related services
- Book design services
- Book cover design services
- Series cover design
- Social media book marketing
- Author website design
Why authors work with us
- You keep your rights, your royalties and your accounts
- You receive a written scope and a fixed price before any work starts
- You approve every file before it moves to the next step
- One project manager keeps you informed at every stage