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Pick Your Look
Select one or more options: • Attire: professional, casual • Background: studio, library, writing space, outdoor
Upload Your Casual Selfies
Upload 8–12 chest-up selfies at eye level with good lighting and natural expressions. Use existing photos or take new ones. No need to worry about what you're wearing - everyday clothes are fine.
Let Our AI Create Your Headshots
In under 15 minutes, our AI turns your casual selfies into studio-quality author headshots in the attire and backgrounds you've chosen.
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Professional
Casual
Studio
Library
Writing Space
Outdoor
Pick Your Look
Select one or more options: • Attire: professional, casual • Background: studio, library, writing space, outdoor
Upload Your Casual Selfies
Upload 8–12 chest-up selfies at eye level with good lighting and natural expressions. Use existing photos or take new ones. No need to worry about what you're wearing - everyday clothes are fine.
Let Our AI Create Your Headshots
In under 15 minutes, our AI turns your casual selfies into studio-quality author headshots in the attire and backgrounds you've chosen.
Download Your Headshots
Review your gallery of 150 author headshots and download your favorites for instant use.
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Trusted by 1,800+ Authors
Read reviews from authors using our headshots for book jackets, author profiles, and speaking materials.
My publisher actually approved it immediately
“Sent the headshot to my editor expecting revision requests. Nope. She said it was perfect for the back cover. That almost never happens with my photos.”
Looks exactly like my real face
“I've tried other photo services before. They made me look like a wax figure. This one captured the real me-wrinkles, smile lines, all of it completely natural looking.”
My agent asked for the photographer's name
“Had to explain there wasn't one. She didn't believe me at first. The lighting on my face genuinely looks like a professional photographer spent an hour adjusting every single detail.”
Finished it during my writing break
“I give myself fifteen-minute breaks between chapters. Used one of those breaks to do this whole thing. Had my headshot before I even started the next scene.”
Didn't have to leave my apartment
“January in Chicago. No way I was trekking to a studio in that weather. Did the whole thing in my pajamas and got a photo I'd actually use professionally.”
My wallet actually thanked me
“A fellow author recommended a photographer charging $600. I tried this instead. Honestly can't tell the difference between her professional photos and mine. Seriously impressed.”
Kids at school recognized me from my book
“I do school visits as a children's author. After updating my jacket photo, students connected my face to the book immediately. That's everything to me.”
Fans at my signing said I looked familiar
“They'd seen my new photo online before meeting me in person. Said it captured my personality perfectly. That kind of recognition builds real lasting reader relationships over time.”
The bookshelf background felt so right
“Didn't want a boring gray backdrop for my author photo. The subtle library vibe matched my literary fiction brand. Looks exactly like my actual home office.”
My writing group was genuinely fooled
“Showed them the photo without any context. Everyone assumed I'd hired a professional photographer. When I told them the truth, they all signed up that same week.”
High-res enough for print covers
“My publisher has strict image requirements for book jackets. 300 DPI, specific dimensions, the whole list. This delivered exactly what they needed without any back and forth at all.”
Camera shy people will love this
“I freeze up in front of photographers. Get all awkward and stiff. Here I just uploaded a casual selfie and the final result looks genuinely relaxed.”
Saved my book launch last month
“Two weeks before launch. No author photo ready. Total panic mode. Found this service and got something polished within a day. Crisis completely averted.”
Better value than I expected honestly
“I budgeted $500 for author photos this year. Spent way less and got something I'm genuinely proud of. More money left over for book marketing now.”
Subscribers actually replied to my newsletter
“Updated my email header photo last month. Got three replies that same week saying I looked more approachable and friendly. That had never happened before with my old stiff headshot.”
Conference coordinators keep requesting it
“Speaking at literary events means constant headshot requests. Now I have one polished file I send everyone. Looks professional in every single program and poster they make.”
The texture and depth look professional
“Not flat or overly smoothed like those cheap phone apps. There's actual dimension to my face in this photo. Shadows fall naturally. My skin looks real, not filtered at all.”
Captured that cozy author vibe perfectly
“I write fantasy novels about warm, magical worlds. Wanted my photo to feel inviting too. The soft studio lighting nailed exactly the feeling I wanted.”
Even my mother was impressed
“And she criticizes everything. Said it looked like something from a magazine. Coming from her, that's basically a standing ovation. I'm keeping this forever.”
Podcast host needed it same day
“Got the interview request at 9am. They needed my photo by noon for promotion. Had it to them by 10:30 with plenty of time to spare. No stress.”
Perfect for someone who hates photos
“I avoid cameras like they're cursed. Seriously. But this process was completely painless. Just a quick selfie and I got something I don't hate.”
Compared prices and this won easily
“Checked three other services before deciding on this one. None of them matched this quality at this price point. Felt like I found a secret.”
Amazon sales picked up after the update
“Changed my author central photo last month. Reviews and sales both increased. Readers want to know who's behind the words. This helps them connect.”
Agents actually responded to my queries
“Querying with a polished headshot makes a real difference in this industry. My full manuscript request rate improved noticeably right after I updated it. Presentation really matters.”
No weird AI smoothing or plastic look
“That was my biggest fear. Looking fake or overly processed. But this preserved all my features. The gray in my beard, the lines around my eyes-all there.”
Goodreads profile finally looks complete
“Had a placeholder image for two years. Now I have a real author photo that matches the quality of writers I admire. Finally feels legitimate.”
Gave me options without overwhelming me
“Three solid choices to pick from. Not two hundred like traditional shoots. Picked my favorite in a minute. Those endless photo sessions drain me.”
Literally faster than ordering coffee
“I timed it. Start to finish, quicker than my morning latte run. And I didn't have to make awkward small talk with anyone. Introvert dream come true.”
One less thing to worry about now
“Press kits, media requests, conference bios-they all need headshots constantly. Having a professional one ready removes that recurring stress. Worth it for the peace of mind.”
Event organizers compliment it every time
“Three speaking gigs this quarter. All three coordinators mentioned how polished my headshot looked in their promotional materials. Makes me look like I belong there.”
The nature background matched my brand
“I write about the outdoors. Wanted my photo to reflect that. The subtle greenery in the background tied my image to my work perfectly and naturally.”
I finally look like a real author
“Spent years feeling like an imposter. Now my debut novel has a proper photo on the back cover. Seeing my face there made the journey feel real.”
Increase up to 2× More Reader Engagement and Book Sales
Connect with readers before they turn a page-across book jackets and author profiles.
Book & Publishing Platforms
- Book Jackets & Back CoversMake a strong first impression with a polished author photo on your paperback, hardcover, and ebook covers.
- Amazon Author Central & GoodreadsStand out on Amazon, Goodreads, and BookBub with a sharp, credible image that attracts more clicks and followers.
- Publisher Submissions & Agent QueriesLook professional in your query letters and publisher submissions with a headshot that shows you're ready.
Online Presence & Social Media
- Author Website & BlogBuild trust with a clean, modern photo on your homepage, about page, and blog sidebar.
- Social Media ProfilesCreate a consistent, recognizable look across Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
- Email Newsletters & Reader MagnetsAdd your photo to newsletters and lead magnets so readers recognize and connect with you.
Marketing, Events & Media
- Book Signings & Author EventsUse your headshot on event posters, bookstore displays, and conference programs to look professional.
- Podcast Appearances & InterviewsProvide media-ready photos for podcast graphics, YouTube thumbnails, and interview features.
- Press Kits & Media FeaturesLook credible in author spotlights, book reviews, and media kits with a headshot editors want to use.
- Speaking Engagements & WorkshopsUse your headshot on event pages, slide decks, and speaker bios to establish authority.
Stunning Author Headshots
See how our AI turns casual selfies into professional author headshots that look real.
They look like a high-end studio shoot-but they're 100% AI-generated from your selfies.
Get Professional Author Headshots-90% Less Than Studio Prices
Turn your casual selfies into studio-quality author headshots in minutes-without the $500+ price tag or long waits.
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“My publisher approved it immediately-said it was perfect for the cover.”
Rebecca M. | Historical Fiction Author
“My agent asked for the photographer's name. There wasn't one.”
Elaine K. | Romance Writer
“Writing group was completely fooled. They all signed up that week.”
Anthony B. | Poetry Author
“No weird smoothing. My gray beard and eye lines are all there.”
Howard K. | Historical Nonfiction Author
“High-res enough for print covers. Met all my publisher's strict requirements.”
Gloria F. | Young Adult Novelist
“Texture and depth look professional. Shadows fall naturally on my face.”
Heather N. | True Crime Author
“The bookshelf background matched my literary fiction brand perfectly.”
Catherine D. | Literary Fiction Author
“Captured that cozy author vibe. Soft lighting nailed the feeling exactly.”
Brian E. | Fantasy Novelist
“Kids at school visits finally recognized me from my book cover.”
Jasmine L. | Children's Book Author
“Amazon sales picked up after I updated my author central photo.”
Priya V. | Suspense Novelist
“Subscribers actually replied saying I looked more approachable now.”
Danielle A. | Lifestyle Author
“Fans at my signing said the photo captured my personality perfectly.”
William H. | Mystery Writer
Private. Secure. In Your Control.
Your images stay private-never shared or reused. Delete anytime.
Full Ownership, No Surprises
• You own every headshot we create. • Use them anywhere you want - online, in print, and in media. • No usage restrictions, no hidden clauses.
Never Shared or Used for Training
• Your selfies and headshots are never used to train our AI. • We never sell or share your images. • They're only used to generate your headshots.
Auto-Delete Built In
• Selfies are automatically deleted after 7 days. • Headshots are automatically deleted after 30 days. • You can manually delete everything from your account at any time.
Secure From Upload to Download
• Your images are protected at every step. • Access is limited to your secure account. • We follow strict security standards and comply with privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA.
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