Chapter Heading Images

Upload a single image that appears consistently across all chapter headings with precise positioning, alignment, and sizing controls. For full-page art that takes over a whole page, see full-page images, and for art across an entire two-page spread, see split-page background images.

Chapter Types Only

This setting only applies to sections set as chapter types. All other section types will ignore this setting. If you want to add images to other sections, use the section options menu and click Add Heading Image.

Main Features

• Single image, all chapters - Upload a JPEG, PNG, or WebP image once and it appears consistently everywhere
• Flexible positioning - Place images before or after chapter titles
• Smart alignment - Left, center, right positioning with live preview
• Max width control - Set a percentage-based limit so images are never stretched

Chapter-Specific Override

Override the global image on any chapter using the Options menu within that chapter.

Position Control

Choose where images appear relative to chapter titles:

• Before Title - Image appears above chapter heading text
• Between Title and Subtitle - Image appears between the chapter title and subtitle
• After Title - Image appears below chapter heading text

This positioning control lets you create distinctive chapter layouts that work with your book’s design aesthetic.

Image Settings

Fine-tune chapter image appearance:

• Alignment: Left, Center, Right
• Width: Set the image width as a percentage.
• Margins: Control the top and bottom margins in pixels for precise spacing around your image.

Width Works as Max Width

The width setting acts as a maximum width, so your image is never stretched beyond its original size. If your image is smaller than the width you set, it stays at its natural size. For a very specific size, keep width at 100% and upload the image at the exact dimensions you want.

Related Features

Chapter Titles

Heading typography

Style chapter titles to work harmoniously with your images. Style section titles →

Ornamental Breaks

Section decorations

Add decorative breaks that complement your chapter images. Add ornamental breaks →

Style Settings

Complete customization

Access all 8 style sections for total design control. Explore style settings →