The best book covers of the year 2021
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Writer and editor Mark Sinclair returns to give us his verdict on the best book cover designs of 2021. But he opens this year’s review with a serious plea to publishers
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The best book covers of the year 2021
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21 of the Best Book Covers of 2021
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The 50 Best Book Covers of 2021 – PRINT Magazine
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The 50 Best Book Covers of 2021 – PRINT Magazine
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