By Jen Deaderick. Paperback 7in x 9in, 208pp.
Miller Text 9.7pt/13.5pt with CC Dave Gibbons Lower, CC Monster Mash, CC Wild Words, Challenge, Edo Pro, & RSVP Brush
Interior design & comp. For the design of this fun and accessible history of feminism in the U.S., we aimed for a traditional reference book structure juxtaposed with bold graphic elements that work alongside the lovely illustrations — creating a vibe that’s been described as a “pulpy” and zine-like. Illustrations by Rita Sapunor. Learn more here. © Seal Press / Hachette Book Group
By Karen Alpert. Hardcover 5.3125in x 8in, 272pp.
Garamond Premiere Pro 11.5pt/15pt x 22p10.5 with ITC Century Std & Neutraface 2 Text.
Interior design, diagrams, & 1pps. The clean typography sets the stage for these hilarious illustrations and family photos to shine. Illustrations by Neil Swaab. Learn more here. © Harvest / HarperCollins Publishers
By Anonymous. Hardcover 5in x 7.5in, 240pp.
Hoefler Text 10.25pt/13.25pt x 21p9 with Ideal Sans & VTF Victorianna.
Interior design. It was a pleasure working with this captivating manuscript! The official short description to sum it up: “Part memoir and part joyful romp through the fields of imagination, the story behind a beloved pseudonymous Twitter account reveals how a writer deep in grief rebuilt a life worth living.” It was a fun challenge to design for the different “voices” as well as incorporate the title treatment aesthetic from the lovely cover design. Learn more here. © Mariner Books / HarperCollins Publishers
By Jon De Lucia. Paperback 8.5in x 11in, 76pp.
Adobe Caslon Pro 14pt/24pt with Knockout and Opus Std.
Cover design, interior design, & comp. The interior serves classic, functional instruction while nodding to the cover typography. The author laid out the music in a program called Sibelius, and I reworked the typography in the files and prepped for print. I learned a ton from playing with so many Sibelius files! See cover here. And learn more here. © Musæum Clausum Press / Jon De Lucia
By Marcus du Sautoy. Hardcover 6.125in x 9.25in, 320pp.
Arno Pro 12pt/15.5pt x 25p6 with Andale Mono MT Std & DIN 1451 Std Engschrift.
Interior design. The typography works in concert with the cover design of this fascinating exploration of creativity and machine learning. A clear, clean layout, with the use of Arno Pro for the text to add some visual warmth. Learn more here. © Belknap Press / Harvard University Press
By Amy Shah, MD. Hardcover 6in x 9in, 320pp.
Arno Pro 12pt/14.75pt x 25p1.5 with Benton Sans, Miller Text, & Miller Display.
Interior design, 1pps, art. I aimed for a fresh-looking design that makes these wonderfully chock-a-block pages easily navigable. I adapted, and in some cases redesigned, the art to better encapsulate the book design and make effective use of space on the pages. Learn more here. © Harvest / HarperCollins Publishers
By Diane Cardwell. Hardcover 6in x 9in, 272pp.
Adobe Garamond Pro 11.7pt/15.5pt x 25p1.5 with Veneer, Rubber Stamp Std, & Helvetica Neue LT Std.
Interior & map design. The eccentric and vibrant cover design typography was incorporated throughout the pages of this stirring memoir. I’ve always had a thing for maps, so it was a thrill to design this map of Rockaway! See close-up of map here. And learn more here. © Mariner Books / HarperCollins Publishers
By Cecilia Heyes. Hardcover 5.5in x 8.25in, 304pp.
Chronicle Text 9.5pt/15pt x 23p0 with Brandon Text.
Interior design. 1 halftone, 15 line illustrations. Aimed to create a design that reflects the accessible yet serious tone of this illustrated science title, using the delightful cover design as a jumping off point for the typography and graphic elements. Learn more here. © Belknap Press / Harvard University Press
By Alexandra Risen. Hardcover 5.5in x 8.25in, 304pp.
Bembo Book MT Std 11pt/14.25pt x 23p6 with Liebe Ornaments.
Interior design. This moving memoir about uncovering family history while connecting with an abandoned garden also includes personal recipes that punctuate each chapter. The typography and ornamentation echo the lovely cover design as well as the charming illustrations. Illustrations by Heidi Berton. Learn more here. © Collins Reference / HarperCollins Publishers
By Hallie Rubenhold. Hardcover 6in x 9in, 352pp.
Hoefler Text 10.7pt/14.5pt x 25p9 with Wolverton & Sackers Gothic.
Interior design. This portrait of life during Victorian London focuses on giving voice to the victims killed by Jack the Ripper, and the team wanted a design that evoked the time period. The inclusion of photography and ephemera rounds out this powerful book. Learn more here. © Mariner Books / HarperCollins Publishers
By Carina Chocano. Paperback 5.3125in x 8in, 304pp.
Miller Text 9.75pt/13.75pt x 23p6 with Benton Sans.
Interior design. The design aims to balance the playful aspects of the text (like the chapter titles, epigraphs, and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland references) with the important, personal, and timely analysis. Learn more here. © Mariner Books / HarperCollins Publishers
By Ron Cowen. Hardcover 5.5in x 8.25in, 192pp.
Mercury Text G2 10.1pt/14pt x 23p3 with Futura Std.
Interior design, including spec’ing consistent typography across all graphs and diagrams. An approachable design for this engaging astrophysics book. Learn more here. © Harvard University Press
By John Lingan. Hardcover 6in x 9in, 272pp.
Adobe Caslon Pro 12pt/16pt x 25p0 with Bookman, Sackers Gothic, and ornaments from HWT Star Ornaments & Adobe Wood Type Ornaments.
Interior design. Had so much fun with this design that I call "Uncluttered Honky-tonk" — partly nostalgic that doesn't feel too retro. Inspiration sparked off of the author-provided title page examples that boasted 1970’s country flair. Best response ever via the author: “OH MY GOD I LOVE THIS. The fonts, the border at the tops of the pages, that title page. …I love this.” It doesn’t get much better than when everyone on the team is vibing on the same aesthetic! Learn more here. © Harper / HarperCollins Publishers
By Ruth Kassinger. Hardcover 6in x 9in, 320pp.
Chronicle Text 10.9pt/14.25pt x 25p6 with Interstate (and Bodoni Std for the RH orn/asterisk).
Interior design. I fell in love with these drawings of algae, and I ended up using them to create a pattern that suggests the abundant presence of algae in our lives. Illustrations by Shanthi Chandrasekar. Learn more here. © Mariner Books / HarperCollins Publishers
By Tom Nicholas. Hardcover 6.125in x 9.25in, 400pp.
Minion Pro Std 11pt/14pt x 26p0 with Trade Gothic LT Std & Engravers MT Std.
Interior design. Classical typography mirrors the stately cover design and sets the stage for this in-depth history of venture financing in the US. Learn more here. © Harvard University Press