We’ve all heard the saying “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be honest: a gorgeous cover is a sure-fire way to draw any avid reader in. Whether it be bright colors, metallic detail, or even something as simple as a unique font, we’re here for it! Here are some of my personal favorites that would be hard for any book lover to resist. And, if you’re like me and just HAVE to have these pretties on your bookshelf, purchase links are attached to all the photos!
#1: The Six of Crows Duology by Leigh Bardugo
Bonus: The pages of the hardcover editions are SPRAYED. So cool, right?
#2: The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert
Fun fact: This was one of the books I didn’t end up finishing (just wasn’t my cup of tea, but a lot of people love it!). I’m not too upset about buying it though because the cover is absolutely stunning with its metallic gold detailing and whimsical images!
#3: The Cursebreakers Series by Brigid Kemmerer
This book series isn’t just pretty to look at– it’s one of my favorite series of 2020 so far! You’ll have to pick this one up in person to do it justice, but the pearly, iridescent lettering really makes these covers pop!
#4: Wicked/Son of a Witch by Gregory Maguire (Barnes and Noble Exclusive Edition)
I fell in love with the metallic lime green details and the metallic gold sprayed edges on this one!
#5: Foolish Hearts by Emma Mills
Not only are the colors on this cover as vibrant in person as they are in this picture, but the title is actually 3-D rather than just looking textured!
#6: The Shatter Me Series by Tahereh Mafi
I don’t know about you guys, but I think these covers get prettier and prettier as the series goes on! The best news? Regardless of if they’re in hardcover or paperback, the covers are equally as pleasing to the eye (yeah, pun intended).
#7: House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas
STUNNING cover and a captivating read to boot? Yeah, I think this cover is worthy of the queen of fantasy herself! I also love the illustrations on the inside of the cover. They’re just as vibrant as the outside cover!
#8: My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick
This one just screams “happy happy happy” to me. The vibrant colors and images on the cover perfectly sum up what this book is all about, and just like with the words within it, I just can’t help but love its cover, too!
#9: Storm and Fury by Jennifer L. Armentrout
I could be a little biased here, given that this is one of my favorite books of all time, but I just love the textured look of the feathers and the font on this one!
#10: Save the Date by Morgan Matson
I just think this one is so innovative! This cover also encompasses one of the most iconic (and chaotic) moments in the whole book. Love all the moving parts on this one!
#11: The Montague Siblings Series by Mackenzi Lee
In addition to the unique font, the little cartoon drawings in the background just make this cover so much fun to look at!
#12: The Passenger Series by Alexandra Bracken
These covers are full of intricate detail, from the images in the glass containers down to the reflection at the bottom.
Do you have a favorite that didn’t make the list? Let me know below! One thing’s for sure: there are too many stunning book covers to count!
Hi everybody! I'm Sarah, the owner and content creator of Bookspiration by Sarah. Clearly I'm a huge book lover, and I love interacting with other folks in the bookish community! When I'm not reading, blogging, or plotting what books I want to impulse-buy from my local bookstore, it's likely that I'm working on finishing up my undergraduate studies or just chillin' with family and friends. :)
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2 thoughts on “Top 12 Eye-Catching Book Covers That Are Sure to Lure You In”
The cover for The Hazel Wood is gorgeous! Definitely something I’d want to display on my shelves.
The cover for The Hazel Wood is gorgeous! Definitely something I’d want to display on my shelves.
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Yes! It is a show-stopper for sure! 🙂
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