Best biography book covers

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There is a common misconception that books are all about the words printed on their interior pages. That is, in fact, a falsehood that we are here to rectify. It’s our firm belief that the most critical part of any book is its cover, upon which the book’s merits should solely be judged.

Sorry, writers.

With this in mind, we’ve compiled a roundup of the 50 best books—err, best book covers—of 2021. From typography-centric to fluffy, 2021 was a banner year for book cover designs, with our list encompassing an eclectic mix of styles, aesthetics, and vibes.

The Copenhagen Trilogy by Tove Ditlevsen– cover design by Na Kim

Dead Souls by Sam Riviere – cover design by Jamie Keenan, paper engineering and photography by Gina Rudd

O Beautiful by Jung Yun – cover design by Young Jin Lim

Languages of Truth by Salman Rushdie- cover design by Jon Gray

Aquarium by Yaarza Shehori – cover design by Thomas Colligan

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Bring personal narratives to life with biographies/memoir book covers by DesignDusk. Our covers are more than just protective shields; they’re portals to individual journeys. Crafted with care, each design captures the essence of human experiences, inviting readers to immerse themselves in compelling stories.

Whether it’s triumphs, struggles, or moments of self-discovery, our covers reflect the depth and complexity of the human spirit. Let DesignDusk amplify your narrative, turning your memoir into a visual masterpiece that resonates with readers. Elevate your story, and inspire others with our premade biography book covers.

Discover our extensive collection of premade book covers!

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The 167 Best Book Covers of 2024
As is now Literary Hub tradition, I am pleased to present the best book covers of the year–as chosen by some of the industry’s best book cover designers.
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This year, I asked 54 designers to share their favorite covers of the year, and they came back with a grand total of 167 covers (NB: for the purposes of this list, series concepts will be counted as single covers), representing work by 105 different designers for 83 different imprints at home and abroad. This year, there was somewhat less consensus than usual–the first place citation only got 8 mentions, compared to last year’s 12, and only 62 covers were selected by more than one designer, leaving over 100 selected by only one–which ultimately just means we have more exciting book covers to look at than ever. All of the designers’ choices, and their comments, are below.
But first . . . the stats.
The best of the best book covers:
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