Worst ya book covers

The most anticipated young adult novels of 2020 paste. The official list of harpers summer 2019 young adult book. Best ya book covers of 2016 welcome to day 2 of the top 10 of 2016. I can sometimes remember them by their distinctive covers, but lately, thats gotten harder because of the trend to make all the books look. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Whether intentionally funny or just completely oblivious, here are. We always look forward to these cover reveals because its fantastic to see all the hard work our designers have put in finally come to fruition in the form of these beautiful. Boredpanda staff ive been told not to judge a book by its cover, but when the cover has a title like reusing old graves, its hard not to. Play sporcle s virtual live trivia to have fun, connect with people, and get your trivia on. Top ten tuesday is a weekly feature hosted by the broke and the bookish.

Posted by dan december 7, 2016 december 7, 2016 1 comment on notable ya book covers of 2016. May 26, 2016 the 16 most misleading book covers of all time. This book was the most anti feminist thing that ive ever read. The worst thing an author can do is consider their cover design like a blank canvas and add whatever they want, wherever they want. See more ideas about ya books, fantasy books and books to read. Thats why its good to look at some bad works from time to time, to be more specific, we want to show you 30 worst book covers and titles. I always judge books by the cover literally speaking of course sometimes, i dont even bother to read the blurb. As bookworms, we just want our shelves to look pretty, and that means the covers for the books have to be perfect. As i gardened, gazing towards the autumnal sky, i longed to run my finger through the trail of mucus left by a single speckled slug innocuously thrusting past my rhododendrons and in feeling that warm slime, be swept back to planet alderon, back into the tentacles of the alien who loved me. Ya book covers that make you look twice published april 30, 20 okay, i admit it. Her estate claims that the popularity of her work is second only to that of the collective entity known as william shakespeare and, of course, god.

We all know that we shouldnt judge a book by its cover. Oct 22, 2009 and so, without further ado, here are my dos and donts for ya covers. May 11, 2017 50 hilariously bad kindle covers previous slide next slide 1 of 51 view all skip ad amazons kindle ebooks have revolutionised the way that people can read, write and publish books. I dont think i have ever had or will ever have this kind of a reaction to any other book. Shes in an ugly nightie and hes got muscles and sideburns. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Join a live hosted trivia game for your favorite pub trivia experience done virtually. Who knows whether these where innocent over looked mistakes, or if the publisher author did it on purpose. Oct 28, 2014 always on my mind by the pet shop boys has been voted the best ever cover song in a recent bbc census, which lists the best 50. Selah has waited her whole life for a happily ever after. Or worse, the author spends the entire goshdarn book creating this great story, and then at the end, the character wakes up, pulls the pajamas out of their behind, and is like, whoa, that was a weird dream.

Mar 25, 20 hehe, yeah, i, brian, i very much agree that that book cover is terrible. All of the 2016 ya book covers havent yet been revealed yet, and theres always the possibility that some covers previously revealed will be redesigned. Each week there is a new topic for bloggers to choose and list their top ten. Hot on the heels of my annual covers post, here is my look back at the years young adult book covers. An evil cousin and a corrupt muay thai boxing promoter attempt to prevent khit, the bicultural thaiscottish hero, from assuming his new title and inheriting a highland castle, but have to contend with a determined khit, hellbent on protecting his lover, brother, and three sons.

This weeks theme is an all about visuals freebie, and while it was supposed to be about graphic novels i havent read nearly enough to make a list so i picked top ten favourite ya book covers. The official list of harpers fall 2020 ya cover reveals gather round, because youre going to want to feast your eyes on the most glorious list of the season. The cliche dont judge a book by its cover never made sense to me. As the only daughter of the leader of potomac, she knows her duty is to find the perfect match, a partner who will help secure the future of her people. Thousands of unique premade young adult book covers created by professional designers. So here it is, merry xmas, everybodys having fun, my ya and middlegrade covers roundup for 2017. I chose these images and book covers quickly to illustrate my point. And so, without further ado, here are my dos and donts for ya covers. Ever since i was a kid, i would pick out the books i wanted to read by looking at their covers. Faction ceremony is basically the sorting hat from hogwarts, heck even the factions are like the houses in harry potter. But there was this one book that actually made my blood boil. The book smugglers, and david horspool of the tls for having spotted a few of these.

Celebrating young adult book covers since march 23, 2012. As the world of ya grows in scope and popularity, we thankfully. Jul 30, 2012 according to the guinness book of world records, agatha christie is the best selling novelist of all time, with something like 4 billion books in print. And lets be honest, we all judge a book by its cover despite the saying that says never. So somethings been recently shot in the boudoir, and theyre happy about it. If a virtual private party is more your thing, go here for details. Of course, its whats between the covers that counts, but sometimes a beautifully designed jacket is just what it takes to draw a reader in. This young lady is going home again who says she cant. Whether intentionally funny or just completely oblivious, here are some of the worst book titles youve ever seen. We are okay by nina lacour cover art by adams carvalho.

Jun 03, 20 the 10 best and worst ya titles jill jun 3, 20 both on this site and around the interwebs, ive seen many an article about book titles that are so ridiculous theyre hilarious. Particularly when the title says something like everyone poops. See more ideas about books, book title and history of literature. My personal vote would go to the next book s cover, a crown of swords, but really, that entire series has really bad covers. Like, as if this boring, cheesy, gooey, flat characterd mess werent awful enough, the worst depiction of addiction i have ever read is in this book.

Nov 25, 2019 the press with the most covers on the list. The 10 worst books of 2017, my worst year for liking books. Ive been told not to judge a book by its cover, but when the cover has a title like reusing old graves, its hard not to. As in previous years, this list is a somewhat crowdsourced affair, so i must thank all the designers and twitter. Top 10 worst young adult literature cliches thetoptens.

Notable ya book covers of 2016 the casual optimist. I think the character on this image looks even sillier. Below are 15 of my favorite recent ya books with illustrated covers. Weve all had conversations about whether the cover of a book influences you to read it or not. The 40 worst book covers and titles ever created blazepress. We also know that we shouldnt pop pimples or stay up. A lush, sweepingly romantic ya debut perfect for fans of the selection or caraval. Dec, 2017 as the world of ya grows in scope and popularity, we thankfully. Dec 27, 2016 best ya book covers of 2016 welcome to day 2 of the top 10 of 2016. Traditionally published covers are featured for the most part, with the random selfpub thrown in every now and then.

My personal vote would go to the next books cover, a crown of swords, but really, that entire series has really bad covers. Im getting older and having more trouble remembering things like the names of ya books ive read. The five worst book covers ever books the guardian. Trends in ya book covers june 1, 2014 by wordnerd227 in geeky opinions. I really love the folk art style that some covers have been using. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with bring me. Rippling muscles, sheer loin cloths over hanging steak, sweat and sand this cover is hot hot. You will devour this amazing book like an incredibly delicious cookie. Always on my mind by the pet shop boys has been voted the best ever cover song in a recent bbc census, which lists the best 50. Weve already posted 33 worst photoshop mistakes, top 15 worst logo fails and 40 worst album covers of all time, so we know how much you love these lists. Oct 24, 2017 sometimes books dont always get the best covers. Worst ya books 522 books meet your next favorite book.

Both on this site and around the interwebs, ive seen many an article about book titles that are so ridiculous theyre hilarious. Sep 28, 2015 all of the 2016 ya book covers havent yet been revealed yet, and theres always the possibility that some covers previously revealed will be redesigned. I firmly believe the title works hand in hand with this. There are epic new fantasies and one particularly wicked new sequel. There are six books that feature boats or ships on covers in 2016 so far. But so far, 2016 is looking to be like a real let down when it comes to racial diversity on ya covers. Suck your stomach in and put some color on what southern mamas tell their daughters that the rest of yall should know too suck your stomach in and put some color on what sout. Aug 07, 2014 the five worst book covers ever when penguin posted the artwork for their new edition of charlie and the chocolate factory on facebook, users guessed it was a new cover for lolita or the valley of. Again, this listopia list refers only to the outside packaging. Dec 20, 2017 so here it is, merry xmas, everybodys having fun, my ya and middlegrade covers roundup for 2017. This is far from my area of expertise i mostly work on the adult trade side of things, but until someone else steps up to do a annual post on ya covers with design credits and publisher details youre stuck with me. Hehe, yeah, i, brian, i very much agree that that book cover is terrible. Who knows whether these where innocent over looked mistakes, or if the. Also love the modern feel this has with the use of neon inks on natural papers.

There are different lists for criticizing the insides. Remember, authors rarely get to influence their cover art choice and bad covers are usually not their fault. As in previous years, this list is a somewhat crowdsourced affair, so i must thank all the designers and twitterfolk who made suggestions and. Mar 24, 2015 they say you should never judge a book by its cover, however sometimes you cant help it. Feb 10, 2020 this seasons ya book covers are next level. How to judge a ya book by its cover forever young adult. Bushwhacked groom by eugenia riley, 2004 first impression. Dec 07, 2016 posted by dan december 7, 2016 december 7, 2016 1 comment on notable ya book covers of 2016 hot on the heels of my annual covers post, here is my look back at the years young adult book covers. Shes taking her giant teddy bear, and her hat box, and her midriff shirt, and her citrus print pants and her enormous babystuffed belly and going home. The 10 best and worst ya titles jill jun 3, 20 both on this site and around the interwebs, ive seen many an article about book titles that are so ridiculous theyre hilarious. While this is a good guideline, its not always accurate, and its fun to come across covers that break this unwritten rule. Young adult the book cover designer premade book covers.

Kacen callenders beautiful and inclusive reads are absolute musthaves for any ya reader. The official list of harpers fall 2020 ya book covers. Ok, so i realize that not everyone is as obsessed with food as i am, but you gotta admit, tasty business attracts people. Each book cover is 100% exclusive and sold only once. Oct 15, 2018 a lush, sweepingly romantic ya debut perfect for fans of the selection or caraval. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author.

They say you should never judge a book by its cover, however sometimes you cant help it. The five worst book covers ever when penguin posted the artwork for their new edition of charlie and the chocolate factory on facebook, users guessed it was a new cover for lolita or the valley of. Ten little niggers by agatha christie according to the guinness book of world records, agatha christie is the best selling novelist of all time, with something like 4 billion books in print. We have books that will make you cry, and books so heartwarming that after you finish youll want to give them a hug. The title of this book is jesus in love, but the controversial cover oozes nothing but raw, animal lust. The divergent trilogy for me because it steals plots moments and devices from other better books and does them horribly.