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Design Category
Book design, 2003
Design firm
Vintage Books (New York, New York)
Collection
(2004) 50 Books/50 Covers of 2003

Description

The novel is about a sarcastic, 315-pound schizophrenic with a thing for cleaning supplies.

Credits
Art director: John Gall
Jacket designer: Jamie Keenan
Author: Victor Lavalle
Publisher: Vintage Books
Trim size: 5 3/16 x 8”
Typeface: Trade Gothic
Jacket printer: Coral Graphics
Book type: Literature and nonfiction
Juror Notes

“Makes it seem like being evil is nasty but so much fun!” Archie Ferguson

“Great color combination. Type is just right—small but readable. Strong image, with subtle details that add up.” Isabel Warren-Lynch