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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover. 
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This week's TGIF cover:

Streamline

Author: Jennifer Lane

Publication Date: March 27, 2012

Publisher: Omnific Publishing

Genre: Contemporary

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Synopsis:

Seems like Leo Scott has it all: looks, brains, and athletic talent. He's captain of his high school swim team with a bright future in college and beyond. But Leo has secrets. His mother's crippling car accident has devastated his family and left Leo to deal with his father's abuse, battered and alone.

Leo's girlfriend Audrey Rose is poised for her own share of success. As one of Florida's top high school swimmers, Audrey dreams of college swimming stardom. But there's an obstacle to her glorious rise to the top. Her number-one supporter-her father-is in prison for murder.

Part murder mystery, part tale of young love in a military family, this gripping story takes readers on a journey from Pensacola to Annapolis. Leo and Audrey must band together to rise above the adversity they encounter and find their true selves in the process. When everything's on the line . . . streamline

I love this cover. It is all underwater and just beautiful. This is a book that is on my to-read list and I can't wait to get to it! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover. 
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This week's TGIF cover:

Sweet Peril

(The Sweet Trilogy #2)

Author: Wendy Higgins

Expected Publication Date: April 30, 2013

Publisher: HarperTeen

Genre: Fantasy

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Synopsis:

Anna Whitt, daughter of a guardian angel and a demon, promised herself she’d never do the work of her father—polluting souls. She’d been naive to make such a claim. She’d been naive about a lot of things.

Haunted by demon whisperers, Anna does whatever she can to survive, even if it means embracing her dark side and earning an unwanted reputation as her school’s party girl. Her life has never looked more bleak. And all the while there’s Kaidan Rowe, son of the Duke of Lust, plaguing her heart and mind.

When an unexpected lost message from the angels surfaces, Anna finds herself traveling the globe with Kopano, son of Wrath, in an attempt to gain support of fellow Nephilim and give them hope for the first time. It soon becomes clear that whatever freedoms Anna and the rest of the Neph are hoping to win will not be gained without a fight. Until then, Anna and Kaidan must put aside the issues between them, overcome the steamiest of temptations yet, and face the ultimate question: is loving someone worth risking their life?

I love this series and I loved the first cover. I feel like this one really catches what I feel the theme of this next book in.  The red in this one is ominous and foreboding in the sky, rather than something that pops right out at you like a dress or apple, for instance, but it still makes it's impact.  I can't wait for this one!

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
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• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This week's TGIF cover:

The Dark Divine

(The Dark Divine #1)

Author: Bree Despain

Publication Date: December 22, 2009

Publisher: Egmont USA

Genre: Fantasy/Werewolves

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Synopsis:

Grace Divine, daughter of the local pastor, always knew something terrible happened the night Daniel Kalbi disappeared--the night she found her brother Jude collapsed on the porch, covered in his own blood--but she has no idea what a truly monstrous secret that night held.

The memories her family has tried to bury resurface when Daniel returns, three years later, and enrolls in Grace and Jude's high school. Despite promising Jude she'll stay away, Grace cannot deny her attraction to Daniel's shocking artistic abilities, his way of getting her to look at the world from new angles, and the strange, hungry glint in his eyes.

The closer Grace gets to Daniel, the more she jeopardizes her life, as her actions stir resentment in Jude and drive him to embrace the ancient evil Daniel unleashed that horrific night. Grace must discover the truth behind the boy's dark secret...and the cure that can save the ones she loves. But she may have to lay down the ultimate sacrifice to do it--her soul.


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I just love black colours with that pop of colour. Since having my daughter one of my favourite colours has been purple (lighter shades). So, it is safe to say I adore this cover. Can't wait to jump into this book either!

What are your favourite book covers?  Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F. :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover. 
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This week's TGIF cover:

The Elite

Author: Kiera Cass

Projected Publication Date: April 23, 2013

Publisher: HarperTeen

Genre: Dystopia

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Synopsis:

Thirty-five girls came to the palace to compete in the Selection. All but six have been sent home. And only one will get to marry Prince Maxon and be crowned princess of Illea.
America still isn’t sure where her heart lies. When she’s with Maxon, she’s swept up in their new and breathless romance, and can’t dream of being with anyone else. But whenever she sees Aspen standing guard around the palace, and is overcome with memories of the life they planned to share. With the group narrowed down to the Elite, the other girls are even more determined to win Maxon over—and time is running out for America to decide.
Just when America is sure she’s made her choice, a devastating loss makes her question everything again. And while she’s struggling to imagine her future, the violent rebels that are determined to overthrow the monarchy are growing stronger and their plans could destroy her chance at any kind of happy ending.




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This book cover was just released recently and it is just as pretty as the first one.  I cannot wait to read this book and the last one left me with such a cliffhanger!  The colour has shifted from blue to red (America's dresses too.  Anyone else foreseeing blue, red and white like the American flag - and wedding bells?).  That was just something that would be pretty neat, maybe lol.

What are your favourite book covers?  Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F. :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
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This week's TGIF cover:

Dust

Author: Devon Ashley

Publication Date: September 18, 2012

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Genre: Fantasy

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Synopsis:

4. The number of times my delicate wings have been broken and clamped behind my back.

68. The number inked upon my skin, marking me the sixty-eighth pixie to be stolen.

87. The number of days I’ve been wrongfully imprisoned.

88. The first day the faeries will regret stealing me.

Healthy. Cheery. Vivacious. All traits Rosalie has before becoming enslaved by the faeries to make an endless supply of pixie dust. Now that Rosalie has been traumatized by slave labor, extreme desolate conditions and multiple deaths, this hardened pixie is anything but. When this rebellious teenager attempts an escape, she’s isolated in cramped quarters until she learns her place. Just as she begins to let go of all that hope, she finds an unlikely friend in Jack, the faerie assigned to guard her. Interspecies dating is forbidden in the fae world, so their growing attraction is unacceptable. And even if Jack can find a way to free her, they know the prison is the only place they can truly be together.

What a beautiful cover! I think it really captures fairies/pixies and the title is pretty awesome too. I picked this one on a whim and I am glad that I did, because I really want to read it based on the cover and description.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place. This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
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• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This week's TGIF cover:

Abandon

Author: Meg Cabot

Publication Date: April 26, 2011

Publisher: Point

Genre: Fantasy/Mythology

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Synopsis:

Though she tries returning to the life she knew before the accident, Pierce can't help but feel at once a part of this world, and apart from it. Yet she's never alone . . . because someone is always watching her. Escape from the realm of the dead is impossible when someone there wants you back.
But now she's moved to a new town. Maybe at her new school, she can start fresh. Maybe she can stop feeling so afraid.
Only she can't. Because even here, he finds her. That's how desperately he wants her back. She knows he's no guardian angel, and his dark world isn't exactly heaven, yet she can't stay away . . . especially since he always appears when she least expects it, but exactly when she needs him most.
But if she lets herself fall any further, she may just find herself back in the one place she most fears: the Underworld.

I am super excited to read/review this book when I finally I have time! I am obsessed with the Greek Underworld right now. I love the cover mainly because of the gold, it makes it look so rich and pretty. I just love it!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Everbound by Brodi Ashton

Projected Publishing Date: January 22. 2013

Publisher: HarperCollins

Short Summary: Nikki Beckett could only watch as her boyfriend, Jack, sacrificed himself to save her, taking her place in the Tunnels of the Everneath for eternity — a debt that should’ve been hers. She’s living a borrowed life, and she doesn’t know what to do with the guilt. And every night Jack appears in her dreams, lost and confused and wasting away.

Desperate for answers, Nikki turns to Cole, the immortal bad boy who wants to make her his queen — and the one person least likely to help...

My Thoughts: I loved the first book in this series (which also has an amazing cover) and can't wait for this one to be released!  I love how her dress blends into the smoke. All in all, this cover is pretty awesome.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Touching Smoke by Airicka Phoenix

Published: July 21, 2012

Publisher: Treasureline Publishing

Short Summary: “What am I?”
“Mine… always!”
This summer… their love will annihilate the world! 
For sixteen-year-old FALLON BRAEDEN, being on the run had always been a mystery, until the day she starts an earthquake and everything falls apart. Suddenly, she finds herself hunted by creatures with unusual abilities, haunted by a ghost baring a frighteningly familiar resemblance and falls in love with the last person she should ever give her heart to...
My Thoughts: A beautiful cover.  The smoke is  eerie and the silhouettes are pretty cool. All in all, this is a cover that certainly sparks some interest!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
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This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

The Space Between by Brenna Yovanoff

Published: November 14, 2011

Publisher: Razorbill

Short Summary: Daphne is the half-demon, half-fallen angel daughter of Lucifer and Lilith. Life for her is an endless expanse of time, until her brother Obie is kidnapped—and Daphne realizes she may be partially responsible.
Determined to find him, Daphne travels from her home in Pandemonium to the vast streets of Earth, where everything is colder and more terrifying...

My Thoughts:  Not only is this cover chilling (which makes me giddy) it has an awesome summary.  I can't wait to get to this book!  I love, love, love the cover.  It reminds me of the cover of Anna Dressed in Blood, which makes me all the more excited to delve into the pages!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author & publisher 
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• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Falling Under by Gwen Hayes

Published: March 1, 2011

Publisher: New American Library

Short Summary: Theia Alderson has always led a sheltered life in the small California town of Serendipity Falls. But when a devastatingly handsome boy appears in the halls of her school, Theia knows she's seen Haden before- not around town, but in her dreams.
As the Haden of both the night and the day beckons her closer one moment and pushes her away the next, the only thing Theia knows for sure is that the incredible pull she feels towards him is stronger than her fear...

My Thoughts:  Those black roses are gorgeous!  I feel like the girl on the cover is Thumbelina in a beautiful red dress.  The roses get me and I could really just stare at them all day.  The red contrasts, which draws your eyes to the cover.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
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This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Betrayal by Mayandree Michel

Published: March 1, 2011

Publisher: Self-Published
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

Short Summary: Where there is love and power, there is always... betrayal.
At seventeen, Cordelia is an ordinary teen with an extraordinary and frightening secret. A secret that induces vivid dreams which she not only experiences true love, but crippling fear while barely escaping with her life each night...

My Thoughts:  Despite the mixed reviews on this one (seems like you either love it or hate it), I can't deny the cover is gorgeous.  I love the gold colour scheme.  I see the Parthenon up in the clouds and lightening bolt fingers.  Daughter of Zeus, I am assuming.  Pretty cover - I am going to try out the book when I hit my "to-read" list!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
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This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Dark Kiss by Michelle Rowan

Published: May 29, 2012

Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

Short Summary: I don't do dangerous. Smart, über-careful, ordinary Samantha-that's me. But I just couldn't pass up a surprise kiss from my number-one unattainable crush. A kiss that did something to me...something strange. Now I feel hungry all the time, but not for food. It's like part of me is missing-and I don't know if I can get it back...

My Thoughts:  Another book from my "to-read" list.  I like this one mainly because of the wings (that and my second-favourite colour is blue).  The wings aren't normal-looking angel wings and the weird texture of them really gets me.  Oh, and the good-looking guy with his shirt open doesn't hurt either lol.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Die for Me by Amy Plum

Published: May 10, 2011

Publisher: HarperTeen
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

Short Summary: In the City of Lights, two star-crossed lovers battle a fate that is destined to tear them apart again and again for eternity.
When Kate Mercier's parents die in a tragic car accident, she leaves her life--and memories--behind to live with her grandparents in Paris. For Kate, the only way to survive her pain is escaping into the world of books and Parisian art. Until she meets Vincent...

My Thoughts:  This week I chose a book on my ever-expanding "to-read" list.  This one first caught my attention by the cover.  It is absolutely beautiful.  I love how the designs in the sky creep down her arm and dress.  The use of the pink gets me too!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake

Published: August 30, 2011

Publisher:  Tor Teen
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

My Thoughts:  The front of this book is so eerily chilling.  It goes with the theme of the book and is just gorgeous. The old Victorian house in the background, Anna's flowing hair, the blood on the bottom of her dress and calves - it is all spectacular.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

Published: March 27, 2007

Publisher:  Margaret K. McElderry Books
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

My Thoughts: Okay, I will admit that this one has been on my mind because of all the great casting news that came out yesterday! In case you haven't heard - Magnus, Jocelyn and Hodge have been announced (in addition to Jace, Clary, Simon and Isabel).

But this is about covers, people (I get sidetracked easily)! And this one is great, just like all of Cassandra Clare's novel covers.  Which of the Mortal Instrument or Infernal Devices covers are your favourite?

(P.S. Both series mentioned above are highly recommended by yours truly)

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Under the Never Sky by Veronica Rossi 

Published: January 3, 2012

Publisher: HarperCollins
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

My thoughts: This week's featured cover is for Under the Never Sky. I simply chose this cover because I think it is gorgeous and eye-catching.  I feel like the girl walking down the middle sends a strong statement.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer         
Published: September 6, 2006

Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

My thoughts: There are a lot of mixed feelings about Twilight and the saga in general.  But before the movies, before the hype, it was just a book with a gorgeous cover.  I will admit, I picked up Twilight for the first time based almost solely on the cover.

And, despite what anyone thinks of the saga, this cover could be the cover that launched a thousand covers.  Everyone now seems to be doing the black and red colour shemes.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher & the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Let the Sky Fall by Shannon Messenger         
Published: Projected for March 5, 2013

Publisher: Simon Pulse
Illustrator(s): Can't find a name. If you know, please tell me :) And thank you, whoever you are!

My thoughts: This book is apparently about a set of star-crossed wind elementals. I LOVE how it looks like they are dancing in the sky. The golden coloring is gorgeous and I could pretty much see myself staring at it all day. The cover really drew me in, I have to say. I am excited for this book to be released.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher AND the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

The Lost Prince by Julie Kagawa                          

Published: Projected for October 23, 2012 by Harlequin Teen

Illustrator(s): Can't find a name.  If you know, please tell me :)

My thoughts: The covers for the Iron Fey series are all beautiful, and The Lost Prince in Series #2 of the Iron Fey is no exception.  Looks like Meghan Chase's little brother Ethan is all grown up and ready for his own adventures.  This cover is absolutely gorgeous and the illustrator deserves a round of applause.  His torso looks SO awesome!

In case you are following the Iron Fey, the first chapter of The Lost Prince can be found here.

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)

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Thank Great Illustrators Fridays is a book meme created and hosted by Owl Read It.

They say don't judge a book by it's cover, but a lot of the time the cover is what draws you to the book in the first place.  This meme is to show appreciation to the artists who put their time and effort into creating the great book covers of our beloved series.

To Participate:

• Pick a book cover you love (any book will do - released or not)
• Post the picture of the book along with the author, publisher AND the illustrator of the cover (if you can find it, if not, that's okay too!)
• Post a brief summary of why you like the cover.  
• Take the pic above and link back to us :)

This Week's T.G.I.F. Cover:

Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck

Published:  January 1, 2011 by Sterling

Illustrator(s):

Jacket Illustrator: Cliff Neilson

Jacket/Case Art Direction Designer - Katrina Damkochler

Production - Fred Pagan

My thoughts: I love all of the covers in the Tiger's Curse series.  They are all beautiful.  If not for the cover, I may not have even read this wonderful series to begin with and it would have been completely my loss.  I love this cover because, well, look at it.  It is beautiful.

In case you are following this series, the cover reveal for the fourth book was also released this week!

What are your favourite book covers? Leave us a link to your own T.G.I.F! :)