Hollywood loves the pithy pitch. “Stranded alien phones home.” Kung Fu Panda. And the famous “Jaws on paws.” There’s something compelling about a concept that can be summed up succinctly and cleverly. And especially for children’s books, visually as well. So today we give a tip of the hat to some of our favorite high-concept titles and jackets for the fall season.
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Any other suggestions?
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I think these are also notable because they have excellent titles! One-worders have the potential for pithiness, but it seems like these punny, word-heavy titles were more inspiring for designers. (“Hold me Closer, Necromancer” is about the funniest rehash ever. Has he sent a copy to Elton, I hope?)
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The Book That Eats People is in this category.
Well, this is just awesome. Baxter, is sure to be a star this fall. Go, Baxter! Of course, I’m a little bias.
Baxter, the Pig Who Wanted to Be Ritualistically Slaughtered and Eaten.
The cover at top right looks reeeeally familiar –> http://www.dundurn.com/books/watcher