From Family Bonds to Book Covers: Designing for My Father’s Legacy
Atrial Fibrillation - A Low-Risk, Low-Cost Protocol To Purchase Book on Amazon
When my father, Dr. Alan Wanderer, approached me about designing the covers for his books, I was excited—and a little daunted. He’s still driven to share his medical knowledge and life experiences, and it was an honor to help him bring these projects to life visually. This journey taught me a lot about family, creativity, and the unexpected opportunities that can come from saying “yes” to family projects.
1. A Unique Opportunity in Book Cover Design
I’ve worked on many design projects, but book cover design was new territory. This project challenged me to consider how a cover can serve as the first “conversation” between the author and the reader. Designing for my father’s books—one a medical thriller and the other an educational guide on atrial fibrillation—pushed me to explore storytelling through visuals in a way I hadn’t before. It was an unexpected opportunity to expand my skill set, and now, I can add book cover design to my portfolio.
2. Navigating Personal and Professional Boundaries
Working with family is different from typical client work. My father had specific ideas for his covers, and while we had lively discussions along the way, the process helped me grow as a designer. Balancing his input with my professional judgment created a collaborative dynamic that brought out the best in us. It was a great reminder of the unique growth that can come from family projects.
3. Contributing to a Legacy
This project was significant because I was helping my father share his knowledge and medical journey. His latest book, Atrial Fibrillation: How a Physician Converted his Atrial Fibrillation to Normal Heart Rhythm with a Low-Risk, Low-Cost Protocol, provides insights that could help others dealing with similar health challenges. His thriller, Anaphylaxis, a Medical Thriller, has now found a new audience through an audiobook. Being part of his legacy in this small way is something I’ll always cherish.
This project reminded me that creative growth and meaningful experiences can come from unexpected places. Sometimes, family projects offer the most unique challenges—and the biggest rewards.
How to Purchase
To Purchase:
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Atrial Fibrillation: How A Physician Converted his Atrial Fibrillation to Normal Heart Rhythm with a Low-Risk, Low-Cost Protocol
By Alan A. Wanderer, M.D.
To Purchase:
Amazon, Audible, Spotify, Libro.fm & Apple Books
Anaphylaxis, a Medical Thriller
By Alan A. Wanderer, M.D.
Anaphylaxis, a Medical Thriller - To Purchase Book or Audio Amazon, Audible, Spotify, Libro.fm & Apple Books
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