Paste's the 18 Best Book Covers of 2018

"The reality is that a striking design can influence whether we'll pick up a title or leave it untouched on a shelf, so talented designers and artists craft images that will catch our eye as well as communicate a book's content. With this in mind, we've selected 18 gorgeous covers that weave creativity and practicality into memorable designs. These are by no means the only exceptional covers released this year, but they are our favorites."