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The Best Book Covers of 2023

The best book covers of 2023 showcase a range of design styles, with some compelling trends.

Anatomy of a Book Cover: The Process of Book Cover Design

How does book cover design work? Find here an introduction to the process, both in self- and traditional publishing.

Less is More: Minimalist Book Covers of 2023

Minimalist design is all about subtlety and conveying meaning with shapes and colors. Here are some great minimalist covers of the year.

The 25 Most Iconic Book Covers of All Time

This list of the most iconic book covers includes a few well-known titles, but also some truly groundbreaking covers that you may have missed.

8 of the Most Purrfect Cat Book Covers

Cat book covers are the best book covers. Don't believe me? Take a look inside for the adorable, the cranky, and okay, the terrifying.

Alas, Poor Yorick: Ranking Books By Their Skull Covers

What are the best and/or most creative skull book covers out there? We're ranking some of our favorites.

8 Subtle, Subversive Books with Vulvas on the Cover

It’s always a delight to let your eyes relax to see a hidden meaning, or to focus in on details like neon signs saying, “Yep, it’s a vagina!”

The Worst Covers of Classic Books

Not every edition of a book has a good cover. Feast your eyes on this list of the worst covers of classic books.

The World of YA Book Covers

Let's take a peek at a handful of YA book covers with different, compelling, and interesting designs outside of the US.

The Whole Damn Meal: Sexy Fruits on Book Covers

Dive into these books with sexy fruits on the covers with me. Find your next great read — or at least have a hankering for something healthy.