cover

Generate optimized book cover prompts from manuscript context for image generators.

14|6|Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/howells/fiction --skill cover
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Skill: cover
Source: https://github.com/howells/fiction/tree/main/skills/cover
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/howells/fiction --skill cover

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Authors spend excessive time designing or briefing cover art, often producing inconsistent branding. This Skill automates the process by generating optimized cover prompts from your project context, aligning visuals with themes, tone, and genre to accelerate publishing readiness.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reads project materials (README, themes, characters, world, tone) to synthesize the story's visual essence.
  • Produces 3-5 distinct cover concepts as prompts ready for image generators (Midjourney, DALL-E, etc.) and Kindle-ready specs.
  • Offers a choice between image-only prompts and text-inclusive prompts for title/author overlays.
  • Provides rationale and variation options to help select a standout cover that fits branding.

Quick Start

Run /fiction:cover to generate Kindle-ready cover prompts from your current project materials.

Frequently Asked Questions about cover

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate Kindle-ready book cover prompts from my manuscript?

To generate Kindle-ready book cover prompts, provide your project materials such as the README, themes, characters, world, and tone. The system synthesizes this context to produce 3-5 optimized image generator prompts formatted for Kindle specifications.

Can I create book cover prompts that include text overlays for the title and author?

Yes, you can generate text-inclusive book cover prompts for title and author overlays. The system offers a choice between image-only prompts and text-inclusive prompts to accommodate different cover design and branding requirements.

What is the best way to ensure my book cover art matches my story's themes and tone?

The best way to ensure book cover art matches your story's themes and tone is to use project context synthesis. The system reads your project's thematic materials to produce visually aligned cover concepts with accompanying rationale.

Does this book cover prompt generator work with Midjourney and DALL-E?

Yes, the book cover prompt generator works with image generators like Midjourney and DALL-E. It outputs distinct cover concepts as prompts ready for these platforms, alongside variation options to help you select a standout cover.

How many cover concepts will I get when generating prompts for a new release?

You will receive 3-5 distinct cover concepts when generating prompts for a new release. Each concept includes rationale and variation options to help you select a visually consistent cover that fits your branding.

Why do my AI-generated book covers look inconsistent with my story's branding?

AI-generated book covers look inconsistent when prompts lack contextual grounding. By reading your project's themes, characters, and tone to synthesize visual essence, this approach generates optimized prompts that align visuals with your genre and branding.