From the beauty of minimalism to the detail of hand-drawn illustrations, it’s time to celebrate books for their covers. We’ve rounded up 30 diverse book jackets that catch the eye and intrigue the mind, ensuring that readers will snatch them from bookstore shelves.
To view even more gorgeous book covers, visit The Casual Optimist. Dan Wagstaff’s blog about “books, design and culture” introduced us to some of our favorite cover designs of the year.
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Designed by Christopher Brand
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Designed by Janet Hansen
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Designed by Oliver Munday
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Designed by David A. Gee
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Designed by Chip Kidd
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Designed by Oliver Munday
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Designed by Allison Saltzman
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Designed by Keith Hayes
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Designed by Mario J. Pulice
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Designed by Jarrod Taylor