Author Photography
Author Headshots NYCThe Face Behind the Words.
Your book is your art. Your author photo is your introduction. Professional headshots for writers that capture your voice before readers turn to page one.
NYC is the publishing capital of the world. Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Macmillan—they're all here. Look the part.
Where You'll Use It
From jacket to Amazon.
Book Jackets
The photo readers see on your dust jacket
Publisher Submissions
Professional image for your manuscript package
Amazon Author Page
Central profile photo for your author page
Media Appearances
Press kit photos for interviews and features
Website & Social
Consistent branding across platforms
Speaking Events
Conference bios and book tour materials
The Right Photo
What makes an author photo work?
Your author photo should match your genre and voice. A thriller writer needs a different energy than a romance novelist. A business author needs something different than a poet. We help you find the right tone.
- Matches your genre and reader expectations
- Timeless styling that won't date your book
- Multiple crops for different uses
- High resolution for print reproduction
- Authentic expression that connects with readers
Author Packages
Professional photos for every stage of your writing career.
Essential
First-time authors
8 edited photos
- 1-hour session
- Studio location
- 2 looks
- Professional retouching
- 48hr delivery
Published Author
Most authors
20 edited photos
- 90-minute session
- Studio + outdoor options
- 3 outfit changes
- Book jacket crops
- 24hr rush available
Author Branding
Established authors
40+ edited photos
- 3-hour session
- Multiple NYC locations
- Full styling consultation
- Lifestyle shots
- Video intro clip
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Ready for your author photo?
Whether you're querying agents or launching your tenth book, we've got you covered.
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