…to avenge her son, her only offspring’. This shows us that behind her vicious exterior, Grendel’s Mother is – dare I say it – simply a loving mother mourning the…

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…Affair of the Bloodstained Egg-Cosy, by James Anderson – which I simply adore. In fact, this is probably one of our most-praised covers. From authors to readers to literary agents…

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…Christmas gift for the designer in your life, or simply want an interesting insight into fonts yourself…consider this: Just My Type: A Book About Fonts by Simon Garfield. Here’s the…

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…was worried that I would simply be seeing the film replicated on stage (and a poorer version at that) but I was very impressed with the adaptation. It was grittier…

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…here in the UK. But am now wondering if, like me, many were simply taken in by the wonderful cover…? Chiara Priorelli, Publicity & Online Marketing Manager   Recommend This:…

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Today is Marshall Karp‘s birthday. I could break out into song but no one would probably ever return to this blog again. So I’ll simply say, on behalf of everyone…

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…think this design could have worked just as well in hardback too. Some designs (whilst equally striking in themselves) are compatible for both formats, others simply not. Chiara Priorelli, Publicity…

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Often on this blog we showcase some of the book covers we love, whether they’re our own designs or have simply caught our eye in a book store. This week,…

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…a life of misery or the need to tackle a whirlwind schedule. The silhouettes spell the message simply – you have two roles and you CAN do both – be…

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…And I could use your help deciding between two literary mugs I simply can’t choose between… Some of my other favourites include the owl bookends, a tea towel decorated with…

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…backwards as forward. It was submitted by a 20-year-old in contest entitled “u @ 50” (run by AARP ) and I think it is simply brilliant. (Make sure you read…

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…to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes. If the person you are talking to doesn’t appear to be listening, be patient. It may simply be that…

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…a page simply displaying all and only her book covers – a most colourful array of book covers I might add. Check out Anna Jacobs book cover page here. And…

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You can usually tell if a book if a UK or foreign edition. There are certain styles or designs that you simply wouldn’t see on a UK cover. As diverse…

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Stock up on flour and eggs, and don’t forget the lemons! Tomorrow, 21 February, is Shrove Tuesday, otherwise known as Pancake Day. And the day is not simply celebrated in…

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…their attentions are seriously hampering his investigations.   Why has Margaret Agnew been murdered? There seems to be no motive for the crime. Could it simply be a case of…

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…life-saver. 5. Once you’ve physically moved, the rest is easy with Iammoving.com. Update your new address for your energy suppliers, council tax, even magazine subscriptions on one website and with…

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…Food Inc. , which I simply must recommend – eye-opening, shocking and important viewing (will be getting the book!). Anyone who knows me, knows I get riled up about the…

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…and simply came up with a list of acceptable names. Yet it’s normal for name trends to follow what’s most important to the parents as shown by the sudden spikes…

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…describes it as simply a ‘sterling silver and coral’ rattle, engraved ‘Edith’ which Wharton even gave away to her friend’s daughter. For those looking for a pricier antique, eBay have…

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…where we are simply roasting. It’s nice to have a skylight in the office but it does mean the sun streams in and reduces us to sweltering roses… Plus it’s…

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