Clear and concise, like the best book design. This book is a must-have reference for anyone who says "I love books" and means it literally -- not just for the stories they contain, but for the elegance in their enduring design.

This book has a lot of really interesting facts and tidbits that give great insight into the publishing industry and all of the things we take for granted when books sit on our bookshelves.

An excellent explanation of how books look, the process to design them, and what goes into that process. It's helpful for any writer whether self-published or not. I learned so much from this book.

The Design of Books by Debbie Berne is the kids of book best appreciated by authors, bibliophiles, and anyone who aspires to be an author. It was so interesting, and felt like getting a behind-the-scenes tour to a favorite museum. Highly recommend!!!

Engaging and accessible - this will please the nerdiest of bibliophiles. A recommended purchase for collections where writing craft and trade books are popular.

A brilliant book on all the design that goes into the books we own and love. Everything from size, to font, to cover, to the famous debate of Paperback vs Hardcover. Authors will especially appreciate this book, as it breaks down the process their future book is soon to follow. If you ever thought of publishing a book, going into book design, or are simply curious about the behind the scenes of book making, this one's for you!

Thank you to Netgalley and University of Chicago Press for this ARC.