Love on a deadline

Love on a Deadline
Book Cover Illustration & Lettering
Client: Independent Author Eva Acharya
Art Direction: Dina Ruzha
Author: Eva Acharya

Cover for a charming cross-cultural rom-com set in contemporary Australia, where a disheveled romance novelist and a polished journalist are thrown together by fate and deadlines. The illustration captures the humor and vulnerability of their first meeting — a moment of awkward intimacy that sets the tone for the story.

To reflect the personalities of both characters, I contrasted Shashi’s chaotic, endearing presence with Jun’s poised confidence. I filled the space with subtle narrative cues — scattered pages, an oversized calendar, and a Nepali flag — creating a layered visual story that invites readers into his world.

Typography plays a bold and playful role, echoing the book’s tone and designed to stand out in digital marketplaces. The lettering was custom-drawn to mirror the romantic tension and lighthearted charm that defines the novel.