Author Headshots That Sell Books
Professional author headshots with AI. Compelling portraits for book covers, author bios, and literary platforms.
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Your author photo is on the back cover of every book, at the top of every article, and across every literary platform where readers discover you. It's part of your brand as a writer—communicating your genre, your voice, and your credibility before readers absorb a single word. A great author headshot captures the essence of who you are as a writer: mysterious for thriller authors, warm for memoirists, professional for business writers. AI-powered author headshots give you that perfect portrait, one that intrigues readers and makes them confident they've found an author worth their time.
Common Author Headshots Photography Frustrations
Publishing timelines don't always allow for photo sessions
Author photos need to match book genre and reader expectations
Maintaining consistency across a growing body of work
Self-published authors especially lack photography resources
How AI Headshots Help Author Headshots
Portrait that matches your genre and author brand
Consistent professional quality across all publications
Multiple styles for different genres or pen names
Affordable option for debut and self-published authors
How it works? It's simple
Get professional headshots in 3 simple steps. No need to leave your home.
Upload a few photos
Simply upload 1-5 casual photos of yourself. No professional shots needed.
Our AI will get to know you
Our AI analyzes your unique features to create a personalized model that captures your best look.
Download your headshots
Get 30-120 professional headshots with various backgrounds, outfits, and styles in under 10 minutes.
20+ AI styles, to generate headshot that you want
The most photorealistic & customizable professional AI headshot generator
Perfect For Your Author Headshots
Use your AI-generated headshots everywhere you need to make a professional impression
Book covers and author bio pages
Literary agent submissions and query letters
Amazon author central and Goodreads profiles
Speaking events and literary festival programs
Save time and money
With our platform, you can take professional headshots without leaving your home, paying for studio time, or waiting for your photos to be edited.
Fine-Tune Your Headshots with Smart AI Edits
Easily edit your headshots with AI — smooth skin, fix lighting, change backgrounds, and more.
Full control over final look
Easily change any aspect of your favorite headshots.
Magic Edit - No Skills Needed
Tell our AI what you would like to change, and it will do it.
Your New Editing Superpower
A simplified editing interface with sliders and smart tools — make pro-level adjustments in seconds.
Click Edit and Change Any Image
Once you click edit on an image all tools are available
No monthly subscriptions
Pay once, get your headshots. No hidden costs, no ongoing fees - just simple, transparent pricing.
$29
Perfect for individuals getting started
$39
Most popular choice for professionals
$59
Ultimate package for maximum variety
Let's generate your Professional Headshot in 10 minutes or less
Author Headshots FAQ
Common questions about AI-powered author headshots
Your photo should set reader expectations. Thriller writers might look intense, romance authors warm and approachable, business authors polished and credible. We help match your look to your genre.
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SaaS Founder
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Marketing Director
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Brand Strategist
"I've tried other headshot services, but this stands out with its consistency and speed. Our team can now focus on growth instead of photo shoots."
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E-commerce Manager
"We needed professional headshots at scale, and this delivers—on time, every time. The quality is exceptional, and the process is so simple."
Jessica R.
Agency Owner
"The variety of styles is a game-changer. With HeadshotsbyAI, we no longer worry about photo inconsistencies across our team."
Liam H.
Product Manager
"From upload to delivery, the experience was effortless. The headshots not only looked stunning but also improved our team's confidence."
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Startup CEO
"The best investment we made this year! These headshots help us stay ahead in a competitive market with top-tier professional images."
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Tech Entrepreneur
"Having professional headshots for our entire team has been a dream. No more scheduling conflicts or expensive photo shoots."
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Digital Marketer