Scribus is a great alternative to InDesign. To use Scribus, firstly, you need to download one of its templates.
Scribus Templates
Scribus templates must be downloaded first. After the download, you may go to Design. Under that option, others will be shown. Choose to design your book cover.
The downloaded template provides information about all you need for the cover of your book. Details that must be included are:
The size of the document
The area of bleed (taken from the edge of the trim)
The term ‘bleed’ is used during printing. It is not like the document’s margin. It must be …