The Seven Days of Peter Crumb – Johnny Glynn
Designed by: Gregg Kulick
• Is the text in a logical ordering (i.e. title, subtitle and authorʼs name).
The text on this cover is in a very logical order with the title stated first followed by the authors name. The text has been placed in a very cleaver and effective way, being used as the ‘image’ on the cover also.
• Does the font used suit the subject of the book?
The font that has been used is suited to the subject of the book. The placement of the type is used to convey the storyline of the book. With the text being placed as a list that has been crossed off suggests that this is a list of victims.
• Is the text clear and easy to read?
Although the text is crossed out with a hand-drawn line it is still very clear and legible. The choice of a san serif font has been very effective.
• Does the image used on the cover correctly convey the meaning of the book?
There is no ‘image’ as such on this book cover. The text has been creatively used in place of an image. The text image very effectively conveys the meaning of the book, as mentioned earlier it suggests a list of victims or something to that likeness.
• Is the image engaging (ie. would it make you want to pick this book up in a book store)?
The fact that this cover only uses typography as its image makes it very appealing to me. The fact that it is black, white and red also makes it striking and very eye catching. If I were in a bookstore I would pick up this book.
• Is this a text or image dominant layout?
The text is definitely the most dominant in this layout as it is what creates the image. If it were not for the text the cover would not be effective at all.
• Do the image and text work well together?
The text creates and works as an image very well. The only suggestion that could be made was to make the font one that appears more like handwriting. This could give the feel of a ‘hit-list’ more depth.
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