Scar Tissue – Paperback By Anthony Kiedis – GOOD

A nice touch is the illustrated quote on the back of the jacket.

Olive Kitteridge – Paperback By Strout, Elizabeth – VERY GOOD

What stands out about this novel is its surprising sense of hope.

Homegoing – Paperback By Gyasi, Yaa – GOOD

This activity book has a section for writing short stories based on prompts.

BONE #1: Out from Boneville – Paperback By Smith, Jeff – GOOD

This novel takes a familiar premise and makes it feel brand new.

The Mindfuck Series ( New Cover) by S.T. Abby , Paperback…..

I was surprised by how many illustrated insets break up the text.

The Handmaid’s Tale – Paperback By Atwood, Margaret – GOOD

What stands out is the illustrated case cover under the dust jacket.

Hatchet – Paperback By Paulsen, Gary – GOOD

The illustrated cover alone makes it worth picking up.

To Kill a Mockingbird – Paperback By Harper Lee – VERY GOOD

This novel is a journey that feels both epic and intimate.

Then She Was Gone: A Novel – Paperback By Jewell, Lisa – GOOD

A nice touch is the illustrated closing note from the illustrator.

the Self-Sufficient Backyard

The entire book is illustrated in a watercolor style that feels soft.