The best book covers of the year 2021
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Writer and editor Mark Sinclair returns to give us his verdict on the best book cover designs of 2021. But he opens this year’s review with a serious plea to publishers
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14 best books to read this school year 2021 - TODAY
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2021 Best Books for Kids from the American Library Association
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The 45 Best Book Covers of 2020 — Feast Your Eyes!
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Bookstr's Top 10 Book Covers Of 2021 - Bookstr
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Notable Book Covers of 2021 – The Casual Optimist
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The 101 Best Book Covers of 2021 ‹ Literary Hub
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8 of the Best Book Covers of 2021 – Eye on Design
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The Best Book Covers of 2021 - The New York Times
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Notable Book Covers of 2021 – The Casual Optimist
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25 Best Book Covers of 2021 - Parade
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2021 Book Cover Design Trends to Follow - MIBLART
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The 101 Best Book Covers of 2021 ‹ Literary Hub