Photographic Educational eBook Cover

I’m publishing an educational e-book that shares general-interest knowledge in a light, entertaining voice, and I need a cover that instantly communicates that spirit. The brief is simple: create a photographic-style design (no flat vectors) that feels lively and welcoming rather than formal, yet still credible for an instructive title.

Here’s what I’ll need from you:
• A high-resolution front cover (JPEG/PNG, 300 dpi) sized for Amazon Kindle plus a resize for standard EPUB.
• The layered source file (PSD or AI) so I can tweak text later.
• A 3-D mock-up of the book on a transparent background for marketing materials.

Visual direction:
– Use engaging photography or photo-manipulation that hints at discovery and fun learning.
– Color palette should stay bright and optimistic without looking childish.
– Title and subtitle must remain legible at thumbnail size.

I’ll supply the exact title, subtitle, and any branding assets the moment we start. If you can turn around a draft concept quickly and are comfortable iterating until the vibe feels “entertaining yet educational,” we’ll be a great fit.