**Feature & Follow is a weekly meme hosted by Parajunkee's View and Alison Can Read**
Q: Have you ever looked at book's cover and thought, This is going to horrible? But, was instead pleasantly surprised? Show us the cover and tell us about the book.
Yes, that has happened to me! I came across the Louise Rennison books one day at the Wee Book Inn and thought "no freaking way" (as I DEFINITELY judge books by their covers) but picked one up anyway due to a recommendation from a friend and I was indeed pleasantly surprised! I have now read this whole series and I enjoyed every one of them! (never thought I would make that tidbit of info public) They are the perfect amount of comic relief in the sea of serious dystopian tragedy and heartbreak I'm normally lost in.
So, what were you pleasantly surprised by?? Leave a comment with your link, I always stop by ;)
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Okay those covers are pretty ugly, but the names are very interesting and I love the cats on the front! I will have to check them out, I always welcome humorous reads. Old follower :)
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Those are some truly awful covers! Good choice!
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The title definitely intrigued me the first time I saw it, but I didn't pick it up for the same reason I was intrigued, may have to check it out now!
ReplyDeleteHaha yea, these definitely don't have alot going for them in the marketing department!
DeleteThis was a good question to ask to see what response we all come up with. Excellent job!
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Oh yikes. Yeah. Those are really just awkward. I don't think I would have given them a second glance. Great choice!
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Ooouu thanks for sharing! Its neat to see everyone's responses! As they always say, never judge a book by its cover! (yes, I did just roll my eyes at that too!) lol I'm a new follower, thanks for following my blog and coming by <3
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I've read Angus, thongs... and loved it! Like a YA version of Bridget Jones Diary! I haven't read the other two but yeah, those covers are pretty atrocious. That book was hilarious!
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That's the perfect description of these books Heather! Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteGoodness, I haven't heard of these before :) The covers are very different and look like middle grade covers, are these middle grade? Anyway, great choices! I can totally see why you chose these! Thanks for stopping by and for the follow! *New Follower*
ReplyDeleteDefinitely YA (I think, though I'm no expert on the difference) she gets herself into some pretty adult situations! Thanks for hopping back :)
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DeleteHopping through. The covers have kept me away from the Rennison books. I should try them.
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Thanks for stopping by! They won't blow your mind, the description mentioned earlier is perfect 'YA Bridget Jones'. Light, easy reads :)
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ReplyDeleteAs a graphic designer, I do have to say those covers hurt my eyes. But I love Bridget Jones so I might just have to check this one out.
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Awesome, graphic designer, that's exciting!
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The cover looks like light and easy too..nothing attractive or approachable..but feels like I can read when I need a break from emotional rollercoaster books. :)
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they are definitely perfect for a nice breather.
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Hi there, Hopping through :) Oh Oh Oh those are.... well lol. What I'm finding the worst is the strange cat just plonked in random places lol.
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haha that's Angus! Terrible coverart.
DeleteI have to agree with you on the covers of that series. I really did enjoy the books though!
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I'm happy I'm not the only one admitting that I liked them!
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Well, I've seen the movie, so I don't actually mind the covers, they're kinda fitting with that quirky feel of the story. But ... in saying that, I wouldn't have picked them up. Anyway, new follower, here's mine http://kristyberridge.blogspot.com.au/
ReplyDeleteThe books are so much better than the movie! You should check them out :)
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Oh my dear!!! Those covers are absolutely hideous!!! Shame on the artwork industry LOL
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lol yes the marketting department should be cleaned out for this one!
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Those are ugly. I heard they were good reads though. I loved the movie! I'm following GFC, RSS, facebook, goodreads.
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The movie was cute, the books are even better! Thanks so much for stopping by!
DeleteThe crazy colours on those would put me off instantly! New follower. Here's mine: My FF
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DeleteThose covers would have me running at first. Just too much!
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Thanks for stopping by! Just returned the follow :)
DeleteThose covers are pretty bad :)
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Yeah interesting covers as well as titles. Good to know they're a great read. Happy Friday :P Here's My FF
ReplyDeleteLol. The titles are funny. :D I had heard about these books before, but just never checked them out. Maybe on day...:)
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The covers are bad! Glad you liked them though.
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I agree on the covers.
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ReplyDeleteI am a new follower. These books are popular in this house but I haven't seen those covers yet!
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They are some ugly covers! Great FF, I am a new follower! Here's the link to my FF:
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Ha! The cover art is definitely…interesting, but those titles are hilarious!
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I think those covers scream "read me!" :-)
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Ugh, not a fan of those in the least. Great choice!
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I TOTALLY AGREE on those covers! They are very unappealing, and though I've only watched the film, it is definitely more interesting than the cover would make it seem. Thanks so much for the follow! I've followed back, and I'm looking forward to reading your posts!
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ReplyDeleteLovely blog and ... oooooh, I definitely agree with your picks for this week's feature.Don't want to purposely hurt feelings...but those covers just look tacky and grade-school-ish. It's good that you enjoyed the book itself though! ^_^
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DeleteI'm not a big fan of cartoon cover either! The series is a fun read but the covers are not really fun! :D
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I actually kind of like these covers... they're by no means amazing or anything but they're pretty quirky and from what I hear of the series, that seems to work. Still, I'm glad you enjoyed the books! :) I'll have to pick them up someday.
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Those covers ARE very silly!!! Glad to hear the stories inside are are better. Thanks for stopping by, following you back. :)
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Wow! you got a lot of comments!! That cover on the left is nuts!!
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These covers scream chick lit which I avoid so I would never give them a second look.
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I have to agree, these covers are pretty hideous! :)
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