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Decorative Book Binding

AbeBooks Sells Some Remarkable Artistic Looking Novels

— March 12, 2011 — Art & Design
Some of the books available for purchase at AbeBooks have very intriguing bindings that are far from being ordinary. The materials themselves are unorthodox, not to mention the artistic ways that they have been used and applied.

AbeBooks has a collection of unusually bound books where judging a book by its cover becomes acceptable. These books are more than reading materials you would just shove them back onto the shelves, they are crafted to be displayed and admired. The different categories that AbeBooks has grouped the unconventionally bound books include metals and gems, four-legged fabrics and velvet goldmine. A few of my favorites from this curated collection of books are the pigskin, the metal cover and the rubber. If the writing in the book was properly reflected in the covers, than these would be some of the most epic books out there.
Trend Themes
1. Unconventional Book Bindings - Opportunity for artists and designers to explore unique and eye-catching book covers using unorthodox materials and application techniques.
2. Artistic Display Books - Market for books that are crafted not just for reading, but also for display and admiration, appealing to art enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Curated Book Collections - Potential for curated collections of books with distinct bindings that offer a unique reading and visual experience.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Opportunity for artists and designers to experiment with unconventional materials and techniques for book bindings.
2. Collectibles and Home Decor - Market for books that serve as decorative pieces, appealing to collectors and individuals looking for unique home decor items.
3. Publishing and Retail - Opportunity for publishers and book retailers to curate and market collections of books with unique and artistically designed bindings.
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