Choosing a BookWhile it's often said not to judge a book by its cover when it comes to making friends, the design of a book's cover matters greatly. In fact, a study conducted by Thriftbooks revealed that 57% of Americans make their book choices based on the cover design.
This shows that cover designs play a crucial role in our reading preferences. Surprisingly, out of those who chose a book solely based on its cover, 96% found that the content largely met their expectations. However, 80% also admitted to avoiding a book because of its outward appearance. The respondents mentioned various factors contributing to these preconceived notions: Plain-looking covers (61%) Unlikable title fonts (56%) Art that doesn’t match the genre (52%) Using the movie poster from the book’s film adaptation (49%) When it comes to creating compelling book covers, people appreciate: Detailed illustrations (53%) Images of the story’s setting (53%) A compelling color palette (50%) An image of the protagonist (47%) It's quite intriguing that even with the impact of bestseller lists and social media hype on book selections, the cover of a book still holds considerable weight. So, if you happen to judge a book by its cover, know that you're not alone! Take a look at the BOOK COVER DESIGNS we created for authors. |
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