I always wished that I was British. The accent is wicked (yes, I know, I'm trying to hard,) and they seem like such peaceful people who eat scones all day and drink tea and say things like "trolly" and "matey" and "laddy." I thought I'd do something fun and compare some US covers to their UK cover partners! Without further a do, let's begin!
The Scorpio Races by Maggie Steivater
The Scorpio Races by Maggie Steivater
I'm leaning a bit more towards the UK cover of The Scorpio Races. It's edgy, it's dark and mysterious, and the horse is perfectly posed. It stands out, whereas the US edition is muted and not overly eye-catching. They are both pretty solid cover, though!
The Future of Us by Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler
Two other covers that are both seriously awesome. I absolutely ADORE the US edition, because it is made up of 0's and 1's like computer code, and it makes up Josh and Emma. It relates to the book well, and is also funky and unique, like the contents. The UK cover is very spunky and fun. It has lots of color and brightness to it. The winner for me is the US!
Virtuosity by Jessica Martinez
The dead winner on this one is the US cover. It's bright, it's eye-catching, it LOOKS like an iTunes card, and it kind of screams STRUGGLE! I don't know why, but even though it's just a girl with her hair flipped, I feel some sort of angst in the cover. The UK cover is posed and the model looks awkward and bored.
The Name of The Star by Maureen Johnson
The US cover of The Name of The Star was not received well by most, and I am one of those non-well-receivers. I saw the UK cover on someone's blog and I fell in love. It's dark, it's edgy, it's gritty and frightening. It's seriously a chilling, well done cover. The US one on the other hand is terribly photo shopped and it just looks...cheap.
Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
The US cover for Daughter of Smoke and Bone is the BOMB. Seriously, one of the BEST covers of 2011 hands down. It's dark and edgy and the blue is stunning in person. Pop art never worked so well to make a cover statement. The UK cover is nice, but it looks like a placeholder for the real cover. Not the best, but in comparison to the US not very good.
I actually like both of these covers equally, though they aren't my favorite covers in the world. If I had to choose, I would say the UK cover is the winner. I really love the significance of the red coat and the hinting of a Little Red Riding Hood-esque novel, and how there is a wolf face in the trees. See it? Now you do!
The Alchemy of Forever by Avery Williams
The clear winner (to me) is The Alchemy of Forever US cover. I love the font usage of the US cover, it's fragile and elegant, as the novel sounds. The colors are nice and very appealing to the eye. The UK cover, on the other hand, is slightly posed and a little harsh and off-center to the eye!
Slide by Jill Hathaway
I really like both of these covers to the disappointing Slide by Jill Hathaway. The US one of is creepy and a little hazy, just like the book. The UK one is jarring and instantly makes you want to know more. Both covers have taglines that scream READ ME. All in all, I'd say the UK cover is a winner for me!
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Which covers from the one's above do you prefer?
What are some US vs. UK covers you think have a big difference?
I actually like both of these covers equally, though they aren't my favorite covers in the world. If I had to choose, I would say the UK cover is the winner. I really love the significance of the red coat and the hinting of a Little Red Riding Hood-esque novel, and how there is a wolf face in the trees. See it? Now you do!
The Alchemy of Forever by Avery Williams
The clear winner (to me) is The Alchemy of Forever US cover. I love the font usage of the US cover, it's fragile and elegant, as the novel sounds. The colors are nice and very appealing to the eye. The UK cover, on the other hand, is slightly posed and a little harsh and off-center to the eye!
Slide by Jill Hathaway
I really like both of these covers to the disappointing Slide by Jill Hathaway. The US one of is creepy and a little hazy, just like the book. The UK one is jarring and instantly makes you want to know more. Both covers have taglines that scream READ ME. All in all, I'd say the UK cover is a winner for me!
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Which covers from the one's above do you prefer?
What are some US vs. UK covers you think have a big difference?
Haha I really don't like the UK cover for Slide... I much prefer the US one! The colour is awesome and I think overall it looks a whole lot nicer. Saying that though, I haven't read the book so I don't know which one fits better with it ;) And I didn't realise that Hemlock was coming out here under a new title, thanks for letting us know! :D
ReplyDeleteI think both covers will appeal to different people! And both contribute different feels about the book!! And you're so welcome :D
DeleteI have to agree with Bella on the Slide covers. I get more of a "creep factor" with the US cover than the UK cover. With the UK cover I get a more "stoned out of my mind" feel. The other covers I agree with you on with the exception of the UK cover of The Alchemy of Forever.
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LOL I do kind of get a "Stoned out of my mind" now that you said it when I see the UK cover!
DeleteI can't help but loving your comments on all the covers, HD! I agree with most of what you said, really. I usually like the first version of the cover I see (I grow attached to it or something), but some UK covers are also gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteIf I had to disagree in something, maybe... I think the US version of The Scorpio Races looks more elegant. There's not much spotlight on the horse itself, but I love the maroon colors. The UK cover for Daughter of Smoke and Bone may be of only feathers, but it's SHIMMERY. You should see it in real life (assuming you haven't already lol), it reflects in a trillion metallic colors. Breathtaking! Although I prefer the US as well, the blue feather mask is otherworldly. And I don't really like the UK version for Slide. It's kind of creepy.
Have a nice weekend~
Thank you so much for telling me about the DoSaB cover in UK! I totally see how it could be gorgeous now that you tell me it's all shimmery!! And the Scorpio Races US is growing on me.
DeleteI love mostly the US versions. However, for Slide UK, it kinda reminds me of like the 90's horror style.
ReplyDeleteWhich means I love the look....(:
DeleteI DO get 90's horror style feel, too! LOVE THAT!
DeleteI love the UK cover for The Alchemy of Forever. I like the US cover of Slide better than UK. I really like all the covers. They are pretty awesome in different ways.
ReplyDeleteVERY true statement!!! :D
DeleteAm all UK until we get to TNotS, then I'm all US.
ReplyDeleteSeriously? Heehee. You're the first person I've heard that likes the US cover :D
DeleteOoo do the UK and US covers for Divergent/ Insurgent. I love the UK version so much! :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know the UK had a different cover!!! :D I researched and am still liking US more, but I'll include it in my next UK vs. US cover duel! THANK YOU!
DeleteYay! I love Cover Wars!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on everything except Slide and Virtuosity.
The UK Slide cover is just too in-your-face-odd for me.
And I always thought the US Virtuosity cover is striking, but doesn't fit the book at all. When I see that US cover I think "American Idol contestant" not "violin virtuoso."
I can see how UK cover of Slide would get that feel from some people! And That's really what I loved, the "american idol" feel. But LOL :D And thank you :D I'll be doing more!
DeleteI never noticed the 0s and 1s for The Future of Us, I disliked the cover greatly but now I think I'm warming up to it! I still prefer the UK one though. I also actually prefer the UK covers of Daughter of Smoke & Bone and Slide to the US one. I'm just not a fan of the US cover of Daughter of Smoke & Bone since I would have never picked it up based on the cover. Love this post though because it was interesting to hear what you had to say and seeing the covers side by side! :D
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