Anyways! I thought I would just post some pictures of a couple interesting books I stumbled upon in Waterstones t'other day!
A set of book covers for the Penguin English Library, designed by Coralie-Bickford Smith. I really like these book covers, I like the simple patterns and the subtle colours used throughout the series. Its strange as I think it makes them look modern but old-fashioned at the same time! (If that makes any sense!) I would feel chuffed having these little novels on my book shelf in any case! (If I had any room…) Perhaps one day!
If you would like to see more of Coralie-Bickford Smith's lovely work, then you can look at her website: CORALIE-BICKFORD SMITH WEBSITE
And then, maybe rather oddly, here are some photos of a new modern Bible that I came across whilst in the Edinburgh Waterstones - not sure why I was walking through the religion section, but there ya go!
So yes, I just thought it looked like an interesting take on the Bible - clearly designed to appeal to young people. Its clear bright layout actually made the epic book feel less daunting to pick up and read, plus it had useful timelines detailing when certain stories in the Bible happened; as well as a summary of all the important people featured in the Bible and the Bible's take on issues in the modern world such as politics, abortion and alcohol use.
Although, despite its friendly looking exterior, there are moments in the book in which the text comes off a bit judgemental/preachy towards the reader, which is moderately off-putting when reading the book (thats how it came across to me anyways.)
But yes, interesting design that certainly makes it more approachable to a potential reader!
So theres a bit of waffle for you, and now I'll scurry on back to updating my website/logo whilst watching 'Nothing to Declare' (Its a GOOD show! Give it a watch - strangely watchable!)
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