{"id":139,"date":"2020-05-11T14:13:00","date_gmt":"2020-05-11T08:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookcoverart.co\/blog\/?p=139"},"modified":"2025-05-11T14:18:11","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T08:18:11","slug":"22-best-book-covers-of-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookcoverart.co\/blog\/22-best-book-covers-of-2020","title":{"rendered":"22 Best Book Covers of 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2020, amidst global challenges, the world of book design flourished, delivering covers that captivated readers and stood out on shelves. From bold typography to intricate illustrations, these designs not only represented their stories but also showcased the artistry of their creators. Here are 22 of the most remarkable book covers from that year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <em>Deacon King Kong<\/em> by James McBride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Jaya Miceli<br>A vibrant brushstroke illustration frames the title, capturing the energy and setting of 1960s New York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <em>Verge<\/em> by Lidia Yuknavitch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Rachel Willey<br>Psychedelic color streams reflect the book&#8217;s exploration of people on society&#8217;s fringes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <em>The Bass Rock<\/em> by Evie Wyld<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designers:<\/strong> Euan Monaghan and Joan Wong<br>Two editions offer contrasting designs\u2014one colorful, the other utilizing negative space\u2014to mirror the novel&#8217;s gothic undertones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <em>Cleanness<\/em> by Garth Greenwell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Thomas Colligan<br>A stark black-and-white photograph emphasizes the novel&#8217;s themes of intimacy and vulnerability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <em>Cat Step<\/em> by Alison Irvine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Luke Bird<br>Fragmented imagery conveys the protagonist&#8217;s internal struggles and the novel&#8217;s contemporary themes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <em>The World, Silently Spinning<\/em> by M.B. Maskovas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Matthew Revert<br>Intertwined antlers and tight typography create a mysterious and chilling atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <em>Boyfriend Material<\/em> by Alexis Hall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Elizabeth Turner Stokes<br>Cozy illustrations and vibrant colors perfectly encapsulate this heartwarming romance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <em>Clap When You Land<\/em> by Elizabeth Acevedo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cover Art:<\/strong> Bijou Karman<br><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Erin Fitzsimmons<br>Mirrored images of two sisters represent their parallel lives and shared grief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <em>Earthlings<\/em> by Sayaka Murata<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Luke Bird<br>An all-black background with angled text and a plush hedgehog creates a surreal, cinematic feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <em>The Empress of Salt and Fortune<\/em> by Nghi Vo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cover Art:<\/strong> Alyssa Winans<br><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Christine Foltzer<br>Elegant illustrations reflect the novella&#8217;s rich, historical fantasy elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <em>Felix Ever After<\/em> by Kacen Callender<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Unknown<br>A vibrant portrait of a trans teen artist adorned with flowers celebrates identity and self-discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <em>Night. Sleep. Death. The Stars.<\/em> by Joyce Carol Oates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Unknown<br>A hauntingly minimalistic design with ethereal elements mirrors the novel&#8217;s exploration of loss and justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <em>Mexican Gothic<\/em> by Silvia Moreno-Garcia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Unknown<br>A lush green dress and vivid flowers set against a dark background evoke the novel&#8217;s eerie atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. <em>Little Girl Lost<\/em> by Cheryl Bradshaw<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Unknown<br>A shadowy figure amidst a foggy landscape creates suspense and intrigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. <em>To Sleep in a Sea of Stars<\/em> by Christopher Paolini<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Unknown<br>A cosmic design with swirling galaxies captures the vastness of space explored in the novel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. <em>The Majesties<\/em> by Tiffany Tsao<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> James Iacobelli<br><strong>Artwork:<\/strong> Joseph Lee<br>A bright yellow background with abstract facial features and a butterfly suggests themes of identity and transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. <em>Oligarchy<\/em> by Scarlett Thomas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Kelly Winton<br>Striking eyes on the cover hint at the novel&#8217;s themes of surveillance and societal pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. <em>Children of the Land<\/em> by Marcelo Hernandez Castillo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Milan Bozic<br><strong>Art:<\/strong> Moonshake Studio<br>Overlapping leaves and bold typography symbolize growth and the complexities of immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. <em>A Long Petal of the Sea<\/em> by Isabel Allende<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> David Mann<br>Gold foil lines on a pale blue background evoke waves and journeys, aligning with the novel&#8217;s narrative.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebooksatchel.com\/best-book-covers-2020-so-far\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Book Satchel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. <em>The Art of War<\/em> by Sun Tzu, translated by Michael Nylan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Jaya Miceli<br>A minimalistic and striking design reflects the timeless strategies discussed within.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. <em>Follow Me to Ground<\/em> by Sue Rainsford<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Jaya Miceli<br><strong>Collage:<\/strong> Toon Joosen<br>Bold lettering intertwined with blooming flowers from a woman&#8217;s head creates a hypnotic effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. <em>Long Bright River<\/em> by Liz Moore<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Designer:<\/strong> Gregg Kulick<br>Clean lines and a cool color palette convey the novel&#8217;s suspenseful and somber tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These covers not only encapsulate the essence of their stories but also stand as testaments to the power of design in literature. They remind us that a book&#8217;s cover is more than just packaging\u2014it&#8217;s an invitation into a new world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2020, amidst global challenges, the world of book design flourished, delivering covers that captivated readers and stood out on shelves. From bold typography to intricate illustrations, these designs not only represented their stories but also showcased the artistry of their creators. Here are 22 of the most remarkable book covers from that year: 1. 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