Silke Spingies

Silke Spingies – Designer

Book designer for illustrated books and text fiction. My strong points: creative cover designs, seasoned typography and infographics.

Overview

I’ve been a book and magazine designer for 20 years. I have designed illustrated books for Dorling Kindersley, Pearson and many others.


I enjoy working with authors on finding the best design solutions for their new books. In the portfolio below you can see a selection of my work, including the type of illustrations and infographics I can do.

Typography is my strong point: I can add beautiful structure to your book by styling headlines, contents pages, chapter openers, pull quotes, tables, bullet points etc.


I will guide you through the process of getting your new book print ready.

I start your project by designing a typical sample chapter from your manuscript. We work closely together to find the best design for you. When you are happy with the “template” design, I will format the rest of the book in the same style.


I am fluent in English and German.


If you have any questions or like to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’m happy to help.


If you are putting a request together, it would be great, if you could include a typical sample chapter of your manuscript. I can design visuals for you like icons, logos, infographics and tables. If you need any of those, please mention them in your request, so I can see what’s involved. Also, if you would like a cover design, please include a couple of book covers you like. I will then have a better idea of what you are after.

Thanks so much.



Best wishes

Silke

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Career Guides Economics Education & Reference Finance & Accounting Health & Wellbeing Home & Garden Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English
Certifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree, Design and Visual Communication, University of the Arts Berlin
  • Master’s Degree, Applied Imagination in the Creative Industries, University of the Arts London

Work experience

Silke Spingies

May, 2012 — Present

Graphic design work for clients such as:
Mastery Science Publishing – The Conscious Professional, London –
3C – Specialists in Performance Management, Henley – Pearson

Dorling Kindersley Publishing

Jan, 2010 — Apr, 2012 (about 2 years)

I have designed covers of various books on the DK adult range including Illustrated Encyclopedia series, Supernature, Complete Language Packs, Great Paintings, RSPB Birds of Britain and Europe, Digital Photographer’s Handbook, Complete Fishing Manual, Knots Step by Step, Weapon, The Book of Dance

Dorling Kindersley Publishing

Feb, 2007 — Jan, 2010 (almost 3 years)

I cooperated within a team of editors and designers to develop concepts for new books, including A to Z of Antiques and Collectables, Signs and Symbols, Phrasebook, Botany for the Artist, The Practical Naturalist, Science and Help your Kids with Maths.

Boston Hannah International Limited

Jan, 2004 — Aug, 2006 (over 2 years)

I designed covers and editorial pages and set up templates for ten magazines including Neues Zuhause (German), essanelle (German), Collections (English), Family Doctor (English) and PGA Tour (English).

Portfolio

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The Most Approach: Using Your Mind To Upgrade Your Brain

Fitzpatrick, Russell

haveLAB, LLC

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
Conscious Leadership: Self Mastery At Work

Seligman, Neil

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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Not Afraid to Work: Practical Advice for the Young Electrician

Brunson, Paul

Cover Design Book Interior Design
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Simply Gratitude & Daily Wins

Parrish, Mary E

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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Empress Helen (The Strangeways Saga)

McCaw, Joel

Cover Design Illustration Typography
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The Gnostics of Moja-Tu: a Fantasy – with Several Morals (The Strangeways Saga)

McCaw, Joel

Cover Design Illustration
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CBT for Young People: The Complete CBT Workbook for Kids, Children, Teens, and Adolescents: Improve Mental Health, Overcome Anxiety, Depression, Low ... Anger, and Develop Emotional Regulation

Triste, Alison

Cover Design Typography Production Management
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The Responsible Engineer: Lessons and guide for any engineer responsible for the management and overall performance of critical parts and products.

Redick, Tod

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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Financial Literacy for Young Adults

Bracy, Sharae

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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The EduCoach Survival Guide: Tips. Tools. Inspiration. And an occasional escape hatch.

Deacon, Lindsay

Cover Design Illustration Typography Book Interior Design
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Hearts For Sale

McCaw, Joel

Cover Design Illustration
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Thankonomics: The Revolutionary Paradigm Change for Value, Money and Appreciation

Robshaw, Andrew

Cover Design
The Complete Fishing Manual

Henry Gilbey

Reel in the complete guide to every aspect of fishing. "The Complete Fishing Manual" is the definitive guide to fishing covering everything from strategies and techniques, to choosing bait, ta... read more
Cover Design
Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Earth

DK

This title offers a breathtaking and inspirational exploration of planet Earth. From the fiery mass of the Earth's core to the tip of the highest ice-capped mountain, explore every aspect of o... read more
Cover Design
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life

Charlotte Uhlenbroek

Illustrated Encyclopedia Animal Life by Uhlenbroek, Charlotte
Cover Design
Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Ocean

DK

From mangrove swamp to ocean floor, mollusc to manatee, Atlantic Conveyer to Hurricane Katrina, this guide unravels the mysteries of the sea. It lets you marvel at the oceans' power and import... read more
Cover Design
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Birds

DK

The beauty and drama of the bird world brought to breathtaking life in a new editionFrom hummingbirds weighing less than a coin to monkey-eating eagles this is a unique celebration of birds, p... read more
Cover Design
SuperNature (DK Nature)

Derek Harvey

HardCover. Pub Date :2012-09-03 Pages: 256 Language: English Publisher: Dorling Kindersley SuperNature is a dazzling visual tour of nature that tells you all about the 100 greatest superstars ... read more
Cover Design
RSPB Pocket Nature Seashore by DK (July 1, 2011) Paperback

Cover Design
Complete Language Pack French: Learn in Just 15 Minutes a Day (Complete Language Packs)

DK

Paperback. Pub Date :2012-07-02 Pages: 352 Language: English Publisher: Dorling Kindersley The perfect starter kit for learning French fast - talk with confidence in just 12 weeksThe Complete ... read more
Cover Design
The Normans: From Raiders to Kings

Lars Brownworth

""Lars Brownworth's The Normans is like a gallop through the Middle Ages on a fast warhorse. It is rare to find an author who takes on a subject so broad and so complex, while delivering a boo... read more
Cover Design
Botany for the Artist: An Inspirational Guide to Drawing Plants

Sarah Simblet

An intimate understanding of botany will help any artist create vibrant and realistic art. Sarah Simblet's masterclass provides you with an awareness and appreciation of plants and flowers and... read more
Cover Design Typography
Knots Step by Step

Des Pawson

Cover Design

Silke has 22 reviews

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Paul B.

Paul B.

Jan, 2024

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I was extremely happy with my collaboration with Silke. She was always right on schedule throughout the project. On top of that, her layout and formatting were excellent. She presented me with multiple cover design options based on a few conversations and nailed it! I would work with her again and recommend her without hesitation.
carl G.

carl G.

Jul, 2024

Silke was great to work with - professional, diligent and skilful. She was also very patient and understanding of the back and forth involved in collaborating with a writer on a memoir. She brought some great ideas of her own to the project, communicated extremely well and was always cheerful and approachable. Highly recommended.
Rachel G.

Rachel G.

Jun, 2024

I have loved working with Silke! As a first-time writer, I am unsure about a great deal of the process. Silke is professional and personable, which immediately put me at ease. She has been very helpful, answering my questions and explaining the process of the book design. She has taken may feedback and produced a book design that is better than I could have imagined! I have enjoyed working with...
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Dennis R.

Dennis R.

Jun, 2024

Great designer. Great professional. Great experience.
Angela H.

Angela H.

Apr, 2024

Silke is very professional, creative, responsive, and thoughtful. She has worked on 2 large projects for my business and did an excellent job. She went above and beyond to create several versions of my logo and various other icons and graphics to use across my business. I will be re-hiring Silke when I need additional creative and quality design work.
Silke S.
Thank you so much Angela, for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I really appreciate it. :)

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