The Watcher's Prey cover reveal
- Ruth May
- Dec 21, 2025
- 2 min read

I’m beyond excited to finally share something I’ve been keeping under wraps for months. The official cover for my debut novel, The Watcher’s Prey!
There’s something surreal about seeing your story take on a visual identity. For so long, The Watcher’s Prey lived only in my head and on the page. Now, with this cover, it feels real. The design captures the atmosphere of the story perfectly, the tension, the danger, and the quiet strength of the main character, Anna.
For those who are new here, The Watcher’s Prey is a psychological thriller about a journalist, Anna, whose instincts for a story lead her into a deadly game of survival. Abducted and forced to rely on her wits and fractured past, she must outsmart her hunters and uncover the true identity of the Watcher before it’s too late.
Creating this cover was its own journey. I spent hours researching thriller covers, learning what readers are drawn to, and working with both freelancers and design tools to find the perfect fit. When I saw this final version, I knew this was the one.
This cover represents not just a story, but years of persistence, learning, and a refusal to give up on a dream that’s been two decades in the making.
The Watcher’s Prey will be released in March 2026, but you can sign up to receive the ARC (Advance Reader Copy) now. Early readers will get a chance to read The Watcher’s Prey before its official release and their reviews may be used as part of the launch strategy. Still not sure, use the link to request an ARC copy and there is an option to download a sample.
Thank you to everyone who’s followed along this journey so far. I can’t wait for you to hold The Watcher’s Prey in your hands and to meet Anna for yourselves.



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