Cover Story: Books We Read Just for the Look

Ever picked up a book solely because its cover was too captivating to resist? Join us in this episode of Cover Story as we dive into the world of eye-catching book covers that made us swipe our library cards without a second thought. From stunning designs to irresistible artwork, we’ll share our favorite cover-driven picks. Tune in for a fun discussion on the books we picked just for the look!

Titles mentioned in this episode:

Andrea’s Titles: 

• Something Strange and Deadly by Susan Dennard 
• Stalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco 
• In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters 

Katie’s Titles: 

• The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket 
• The Return by Rachel Harrison 
• Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 

 Marissa’s Titles: 

• Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come by Jessica Pan 
• From Crook to Cook by Snoop Dogg 
• The Suite Spot by Trish Doller 

Emma’s Titles: 

• Haunted by Meg Cabot (original cover) 
• Wilder Girls by Rory Power  
• A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson 

 Joe’s Titles: 

• Midnight for Charlie Bone by Jenny Nimmo (following Katie’s lead!!) 
• The Wig in the Window by Kristen Kittscher 
• Witchlight by Jessi Zabarsky 

Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace.

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