Clients Speak

Two Decades. Hundreds of Books.

Here's what authors and publishing pros have said about working with us.

From Authors

"Fantastic design. We are always told never to judge a book by its cover but, wow, what a difference a great cover makes! Thank you so much."
James Grippando
New York Times best-selling author, winner of the Harper Lee Prize, creator of the Jack Swyteck Series
"I highly recommend placing your project in the capable and ingenious hands of GKS Creative. Gwyn provided a cover and interior format that contributed to a world-class reading experience."
Barbara Lane
Author of Broken Water
NYC Big Book Award Winner · Enduring Light Gold Medal · Publishers Weekly Editor's Pick
"With their professional help, I successfully launched The Broken Hallelujah in fall 2022. Only possible with The Cadence Group's careful guidance and the brilliance of GKS Creative."
Wendy H. Adair
Award-winning author of The Broken Hallelujah
2023 IPPY Bronze Medal · Page Turner Award Finalist · International Book Awards Finalist
"A true artist. Your talent shines brightly once again. Your cover is another home-run. Your magic touch has made this novel a better product."
Sam Polakoff
Award-winning novelist; The Diary of Essie Lassiter, An Inch from Oblivion, Escaping Mercy, Shaman
"Anything I threw at Gwyn was handled quickly and in a very organized, professional manner. She has a solution for everything. GKS is an eleven on a scale of ten."
Allan Slutsky
Grammy Award winner; author of Bobby Rydell, Teen Idol on the Rocks
"I searched the country for a team capable of producing a book equal to the work of the most respected publishers in the world. I found it in the combination of Bethany Brown's Cadence Group and Gwyn Flowers' GKS Creative. There is genius at work here."
Jim Squires
Owner, Old Hickory Press; Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist
"Making a book is not easy… GKS Creative designs and builds the package. Having an expert, experienced guide through the process is vital to the success of your book."
Michael Putzel
Author of The Price They Paid (FOREWORD Indies Winner) and Rogue Soldier
"GKS has created four cover designs for my novels, so far. Each one is unique. Creative, prompt, reasonably priced, and professional in every way. I highly recommend Gwyn for her significant talent."
Warren Driggs
Author of Crossing Lines, The Neighborhood, Mormon Boy, Swimming in Deep Water
"Working with The Cadence Group, GKS Creative was able to provide solutions for the client's numerous file set-up issues. Truly effective and a pleasure to work with. I will look nowhere else when I bring my next novel to market."
Frank Napolitano
Author of Day of Days: September 11, 2001
Amazon Bestseller · Independent Press Award Distinguished Feature
"Kim, Bethany, and Gwyn have made my life a living… Helvetica. Seriously, the successful launch of my first book was made possible editorially by Kim, production by Bethany, and design by Gwyn. Together we hit one out the frickin' park."
Duane Scott Cerny
Author of Selling Dead People's Things and Vintage Confidential
"Gwyn Flowers is a five-star designer who made the interior of my memoir attractive and easy to read, while producing a truly unique cover and back cover. For an enjoyable experience and a top-quality product at a fair price, I highly recommend!"
Cort Casady
Emmy Award–winning TV writer-producer, author of Not Your Father's America
"I cannot thank you enough! I love the cover and interior, and how creative and helpful you are. You are truly a delight to work with, and I look forward to working with you again in the future."
Tarra Judson Stariell
Author of Sanity, Lost & Found and Flashpoints of Awareness
"I was a lost puppy trying to release a book. They listened to my naive opinions and ideas and worked with me to turn the final product into an artistic success."
Brian Connor
Author of From Bud to Blow
"Each person at The Cadence Group demonstrates such attention to detail so you get the results you want (and then some), but they also go above and beyond to make your experience easy and stress free."
Dr. Deanna Brann
Author of Reluctantly Related and Reluctantly Related Revisited
"They turned my book into something far beyond my wildest dreams. A beautiful cover, crisp and concise content, gorgeous formatting, and a final product that looked like it belonged on the bookshelves with any established author."
Doug Svolos (Peter Topside)
Author of the Preternatural Series, Love and Pieces, The Last Meal
"There's no substitute for working with people who are not just talented but also deeply knowledgeable, proven, truly expert professionals. This book looks great in every respect. It's amazing. I'm super pleased."
Larry Atlas
Author of South Eight
"Thanks to Bethany and team, I was able to accomplish my dream of publishing a book. She and Kim and Gwyn were patient and supportive throughout the process and I am forever grateful!"
Anne Witherspoon
Author of Unicorn Leadership
"This is an amazingly beautiful and creative work of art. I can't wait to hold it in my hands. Thanks to you, Gwyn."
Mamie Katame
Author of Water in Her Womb
"The experience was so good that going back to the Cadence Group for my second book was a no brainer. Highly recommend their services for anyone considering publishing options."
Ravi Parakkat
Author of The Takeout 25 Effect & Takeout 25 Community Cookbook
"They and we are thrilled with the covers and the interior. It's a beautiful book!"
Mimbres Press
Publishers, Keeping Them Wild

From Industry Partners

"There is no designer I trust more to bring creativity, professionalism, and integrity to every project she touches. GKS Creative is the gold standard for book design, and Gwyn Flowers is one of the true gems in publishing."
Jared Kuritz
President & CEO, STRATEGIES Public Relations; CSO/CMO, Zoundy Audiobook Marketing
"She's everything you want in a professional designer: brilliantly creative and skilled, flexible but deadline conscious, and so much fun to work with. I wholeheartedly recommend Gwyn to authors, publishers, and anyone in need of a top-notch designer."
Kim Bookless
Editor, Proofreader, Publishing Consultant
"When it comes to cover design and interior layouts — both digital and print — Gwyn is amazing. She's easy to work with and knows exactly how to turn a manuscript into a book ready for publishing."
Monti Shalosky
Copy and Developmental Editor, Writing Coach, Consultant
"For 20 years, I have been depending upon GKS Creative to give me the best covers and the most beautiful page layouts. I consider GKS the best in the business. Cannot recommend them highly enough."
Amy Collins
Former publisher, current literary agent
"Gwyn Flowers is so much more than a book designer. She knows every aspect of the book designing process and leads all clients to creating the best designed version of their books."
Alyscia McDermott
Editor, AK Literary
"More than two decades and over three dozen projects, Gwyn Flowers has been our designer of choice. Every client we have referred to Gwyn has felt that she absolutely enhanced the process of getting their book to publication."
Antoinette Kuritz
Owner, AK Literary
"Gwyn is a design genius with an eye for detail. I appreciate her candidness about what will and won't work, but also her flexibility in revisions requested by the team."
Olivia W. McCoy
Consultant, Whitlock Book Marketing
"She listens carefully, welcomes collaboration, and consistently delivers artwork that is both visually stunning and true to the author's voice. Gwyn's talent, reliability, and warm personality make her a joy to work with."
Brent Schraff
BJS Voiceover

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