Judging books by their covers… May 2023

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are the first thing that catches the reader's eye and can make or break a book's success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.

May’s roundup of the interesting book and magazine cover designs that have caught my eye over the last few weeks. These covers inspire and impress, from minimalistic designs to bold and colourful illustrations. Whether you’re a designer looking for inspiration or a reader looking for your next read, this collection has something for everyone.

This month’s list includes

Bliss Montage, Ling Ma, design by Rodrigo Corral
Translation State, Ann Leckie, design by Lauren Panepinto
Reward System, Jem Calder, design by Alex Merto
Philosophy of Care, Boris Groys, design by Everything Studio
Path of Totality, Niina Pollari, design by Michael Salu
New Waves, Kevin Nguyen, design by Zak Tebbal
 
To read my thoughts on books I have actually read, head on over to my Reading List.

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Judging books by their covers… January 2025

It’s been a while since I compiled a selection of publication covers that caught my eye. Now that we’re into 2025, I feel that it might be a good time to restart the habit. My love for cover designs goes back to my college days and years in publishing. I haven’t designed a commercial publication cover for quite a while, and I’d like to change that this year.

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