# CoverCrushing

> Book cover A/B testing platform for indie authors — upload 2–4 cover variants, receive genre-matched reader votes and a Crush Score analytics report in 48 hours, starting at $12.

CoverCrushing (covercrushing.com) is a crowdsourced book cover testing service for self-published and traditionally published authors. Authors upload cover variants, and genre-matched readers vote on which cover they would click. Results include a Crush Score (0–100), demographic breakdown, purchase intent data, and AI-generated design recommendations. Tests are delivered within 48 hours. The platform serves thriller, romance, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, historical fiction, horror, cozy mystery, young adult, literary fiction, self-help, and children's book authors.

## Pages

- [Home](/): Platform overview, live swipe demo, how-it-works, pricing preview, and newsletter signup
- [Pricing](/pricing): Test tiers (Standard $29, Pro $49, Elite $79), add-ons (Rush Delivery, AI Critique), bulk packs (5/10/25 tests), and Publisher subscriptions ($199–$499/month)
- [Sample Report](/sample-report): Full interactive demo of a CoverCrushing analytics report including Crush Score, vote breakdown, demographics, purchase intent, and AI recommendations
- [Create Test](/create-test): 5-step wizard to upload cover variants, select genre, set duration, and launch a paid cover test
- [Cover Crushers](/cover-crushers): Public gallery of authors who have tested covers and their winning designs
- [Competitions](/competitions): Monthly genre leaderboards — authors compete for featured placement and community recognition
- [ROI Calculator](/roi-calculator): Interactive tool estimating the revenue impact of choosing the higher-performing cover
- [Cover Simulator](/cover-simulator): Preview how a cover looks on Amazon browse pages alongside comparable bestsellers
- [Genre Trends](/genre-trends): Data-driven breakdown of what cover styles are performing in each genre right now
- [Leaderboard](/leaderboard): Top-rated covers by genre and time period
- [Quiz](/quiz): "What kind of cover crusher are you?" — personality quiz for author engagement
- [Checklist](/checklist): Downloadable Cover Testing Checklist PDF — $7 digital product
- [Blog](/blog): SEO and GEO-optimized articles on book cover design, A/B testing, self-publishing, and genre trends
- [Blog: How to Choose a Thriller Cover](/blog/how-to-choose-thriller-cover): Guide to thriller cover conventions, typography, and reader expectations
- [Blog: Romance Cover Trends 2025](/blog/romance-cover-trends-2025): Data-backed analysis of romance cover design trends
- [Blog: A/B Testing Book Covers Guide](/blog/ab-testing-book-covers-guide): Step-by-step guide to running a cover A/B test before launch
- [Blog: Typography for Book Covers](/blog/typography-book-covers): How font choices affect reader perception and click-through rates
- [Blog: Fantasy Cover Design Guide](/blog/fantasy-cover-design-guide): Genre conventions, color palettes, and composition rules for fantasy covers
- [Blog: Self-Publishing Cover Mistakes](/blog/self-publishing-cover-mistakes): The 7 most common cover mistakes indie authors make and how to fix them
- [Blog: Book Cover Testing Before Launch](/blog/book-cover-testing-before-launch): Why testing before launch matters and how to do it effectively
- [Blog: Color Psychology for Book Covers](/blog/color-psychology-book-covers): How color choices signal genre and affect reader emotion
- [Blog: Book Cover Design Trends 2026](/blog/book-cover-design-trends-2026): Emerging design trends across genres for 2026
- [Blog: How to Choose a Book Cover Designer](/blog/how-to-choose-book-cover-designer): Criteria, red flags, and pricing guidance for hiring a cover designer
- [Blog: Self-Publishing Book Cover Cost](/blog/self-publishing-book-cover-cost): What indie authors actually pay for covers at every budget level
- [Blog: How to Self-Publish a Book](/blog/how-to-self-publish-a-book): End-to-end guide covering writing, editing, cover design, formatting, and distribution
- [Founding Author Program](/founding-author): Early-access program with one free cover test and lifetime discount for founding members
- [Affiliates](/affiliates): Affiliate program — 20% recurring commission for referring authors
- [Advertise](/advertise): Sponsored placement options for cover designers, formatters, and publishing service providers
- [Designers](/designers): Directory of vetted cover designers recommended by the CoverCrushing community
- [Enterprise](/enterprise): Custom plans for publishers, literary agencies, and packaging studios
- [CrushPass](/crushpass): Annual subscription giving unlimited standard tests and priority processing
- [Bulk Packages](/bulk): Pre-purchase 5, 10, or 25 cover tests at discounted per-test rates
- [API Access](/api-access): Developer API for cover testing automation and integration with publishing workflows
- [FAQ](/faq): Answers to common questions about how cover testing works, turnaround times, and data accuracy
- [About](/about): Company background, mission, and the team behind CoverCrushing
- [Contact](/contact): Contact form for support, partnerships, and press inquiries
- [Testimonials](/testimonials): Author reviews and case studies from published CoverCrushing users
- [Genre: Thriller](/thriller): Cover testing landing page for thriller authors
- [Genre: Romance](/romance): Cover testing landing page for romance authors
- [Genre: Fantasy](/fantasy): Cover testing landing page for fantasy authors
- [Genre: Mystery](/mystery): Cover testing landing page for mystery authors
- [Genre: Sci-Fi](/sci-fi): Cover testing landing page for science fiction authors
- [Genre: Historical Fiction](/historical): Cover testing landing page for historical fiction authors
- [Genre: Horror](/horror): Cover testing landing page for horror authors
- [Genre: Cozy Mystery](/cozy-mystery): Cover testing landing page for cozy mystery authors
- [Genre: Young Adult](/young-adult): Cover testing landing page for young adult authors
- [Genre: Literary Fiction](/literary): Cover testing landing page for literary fiction authors
- [Genre: Self-Help](/self-help): Cover testing landing page for self-help and nonfiction authors
- [Genre: Children's Books](/children): Cover testing landing page for children's book authors

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](/privacy): Data collection, storage, and user rights under GDPR and CCPA
- [Terms of Service](/terms): Platform terms covering submissions, intellectual property, refunds, and acceptable use