Not Just A Pretty Cover

Not Just A Pretty Cover

From beautifully crafted covers and sprayed edges to unforgettable stories, we have it all!

We’ve handpicked a collection of our favourite beautiful books, perfect for both dedicated collectors and casual readers. Each title is a visual and literary gem, made to be read, cherished, and proudly displayed. Whether you’re into timeless classics, thought-provoking non-fiction, or fresh new voices, there’s a beautiful book here just for you!

 

The Great Gatsby Illuminated Edition
RRP $180.00

In the newest entry in Beehive Books’ Illuminated Editions line, Fitzgerald’s hauntingly beautiful masterpiece is housed in a shimmering die-cut embossed slipcase, printed on uncoated acid-free paper, and published in an oversized 9×12″ trim format.

 

 

 

The Gorgeous Nothings
RRP $82.95

The Gorgeous Nothings – the first full-color facsimile edition of Emily Dickinson’s manuscripts ever to appear – is a deluxe edition of her late writings, presenting this crucially important, experimental late work exactly as she wrote it on scraps of envelopes.

Envisioned by the artist Jen Bervin and made possible by the extensive research of the Dickinson scholar Marta L. Werner, this book offers a new understanding and appreciation of the genius of Emily Dickinson.

 

House Of Leaves – The Remastered Full-color Edition
RRP $56.52

A young family that moves into a small home on Ash Tree Lane where they discover something is terribly wrong: their house is bigger on the inside than it is on the outside. House of Leaves influenced, and was influenced by, the music of POE, Mark Z. Danielewski’s sister. Her album Haunted includes many songs inspired by House of Leaves.

 

 

Nox
RRP $90.95

Nox is an epitaph in the form of a book, a facsimile of a handmade book Anne Carson wrote and created after the death of her brother. The poem describes coming to terms with his loss through the lens of her translation of Poem 101 by Catullus “for his brother who died in the Troad.”

Nox is a work of poetry, but arrives as a fascinating and unique physical object. Carson pasted old letters, family photos, collages and sketches on pages. The poems, typed on a computer, were added to this illustrated “book” creating a visual and reading experience so amazing as to open up our concept of poetry.

 

Pinocchio Illuminated Edition
RRP $180.00

Mike Mignola (creator of Hellboy) and Lemony Snicket (author of A Series Of Unfortunate Events) invent an entirely new vision of Pinocchio, a bizarre and riveting new adventure through a beloved tale.

An oversized slipcase art book elaborately illustrated by Mignola and extensively annotated by Snicket in the form of inserted typewritten missives from the brink of madness. An old marionette given startling and charming new life in an edition like no other.

 

The Books of Earthsea Complete Illustrated edition
RRP $74.99

Now for the first time ever, all together in one volume, The Books of Earthsea, contains the early short stories, Le Guin’s ‘Earthsea Revisioned’ Oxford lecture, and new Earthsea stories, never before printed. With a new introduction by Le Guin herself, this essential edition will also include over fifty illustrations by renowned artist Charles Vess, specially commissioned and selected by Le Guin, to bring her refined vision of Earthsea and its people to life in a totally new way.

 

 

 

The Ordinary Life of Jacominus Gainsborough
RRP $29.98

Journey through the life of the humble little rabbit, Jacominus Gainsborough. In twelve beautifully illustrated scenes that capture the changing seasons, this touching story celebrates life’s simple joys and big moments, from happiness and love to challenges and doubts. Rébecca Dautremer brings a universal message of the beauty of being alive in this stunning story.

 

 

The Red Book A Reader’s Edition
RRP $74.95

The Red Book, published to wide acclaim in 2009, contains the nucleus of C. G. Jung’s later works. It was here that he developed his principal theories of the archetypes, the collective unconscious, and the process of individuation that would transform psychotherapy from treatment of the sick into a means for the higher development of the personality.

This edition features Sonu Shamdasani’s introductory essay and the full translation of Jung’s vital work in one volume.

 

 

Phenomena
RRP $59.99

A vibrant infographics book made for lovers of science, geography and extraordinary discoveries to better understand the infinite richness of the world. Zoology, botany, astrophysics, seismology… This book is all about making science accessible to all. From fireflies to the Big Bang, from the magnificent maps of the world’s sands to the anatomy of ice crystals, these 125 illustrated graphic phenomena are designed to take you on a stroll through the vast world of knowledge.

 

 

The Cat Who Saved the Library Special Edition
RRP $39.99

Warm, wonderful and wise, Sosuke Natsukawa’s The Cat Who Saved the Library is also a powerful lesson never to underestimate the value of great literature, and a reminder always to think for ourselves, no matter what our charismatic leaders might say.

 

 

 

 

 

The City and Its Uncertain Walls
RRP $59.99

The breathtaking new novel about the boundaries between worlds and individuals, from the internationally bestselling author of 1Q84. A love story, a quest, an ode to books and to the libraries that house them, The City and Its Uncertain Walls is a parable for these strange times.

This special edition has sprayed edges, illustrated endpapers.

 

 

 

Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
RRP $39.99

This is the story of Sam and Sadie. It’s not a romance, but it is about love. When Sam catches sight of Sadie at a crowded train station one morning he is catapulted straight back to childhood, and the hours they spent immersed in playing games. Their spark is instantly reignited and sets off a creative collaboration that will make them superstars. It is the 90s, and anything is possible. What comes next is a decades-long tale of friendship and rivalry, fame and art, betrayal and tragedy, perfect worlds and imperfect ones. And, above all, our need to connect: to be loved and to love.

An exclusive special edition of the global bestselling phenomenon.

 

The Love Hypothesis Collector’s Edition
RRP $49.99

A stunning hardcover collector’s edition of Ali Hazelwood’s debut novel, an irresistibly pitch-perfect romcom from the beloved bestseller and TikTok sensation.

When a fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, it throws one woman’s carefully calculated theories on love into chaos.

 

 

 

The Poppy War Collector’s Edition
RRP $49.99

From the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Babel and Yellowface comes an all-new, fully illustrated, collector’s edition of R. F. Kuang’s debut novel, The Poppy War. Considered one of Time Magazine’s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, the story of orphaned Rin’s rise to power gets a fresh look with black-and-white interior art by JungShan Chang throughout.

 

 

 

 

Marigold Mind Laundry Kinokuniya Edition
RRP $34.99

Heartwarming and inspirational, Marigold Mind Laundry will remind you there is always a reason to feel positive.

This special hardcover edition features sprayed edges, a reversible jacket, and a note from the author. Complimentary souvenir bookmarks are available with each copy purchased.

 

 

 

The Hunger Games: The Hunger Games #1 Deluxe Edition
RRP $29.99

In a dark vision of the near future, twelve boys and twelve girls are forced to appear in a live TV show called the Hunger Games. There is only one rule: kill or be killed. When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen steps forward to take her sister’s place in the games, she sees it as a death sentence. But Katniss has been close to death before. For her, survival is second nature.

 

 

 

 

GoGo Monster
RRP $70.60

Third grader Yuki Tachibana lives in two worlds. In one, he is a loner ridiculed by his classmates and reprimanded by his teachers for telling stories of supernatural beings that only he can see. In the other, those supernatural beings vie for power with malevolent spirits who bring chaos into the school, the students’ lives, and nature itself.

 

 

 

Nimona: 10th Anniversary Limited Edition
RRP $46.05

The genre-defining graphic novel from ND Stevenson celebrates its tenth anniversary with a special edition, featuring dazzling special effects and bonus content. Nimona has taken many forms: a beloved and critically acclaimed web comic, a staple in comic bookshelves everywhere, and an award-winning Netflix film. This celebratory edition includes a letter from the author and behind-the-scenes art.

 

 

 

Heaven Official’s Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Deluxe Hardcover Novel, Vol. 1
RRP $54.90

A beautiful hardcover edition of the New York Times Best Seller! These blockbuster danmei/Boys’ Love novels from China inspired the animated series: an epic historical fantasy about a prince and the mysterious man by his side.

 

 

 

 

The Girl From the Other Side: Siuil, a Run Deluxe Edition, Vol. 1
RRP $78.80

Nagabe’s haunting, bestselling manga series has captivated critics and general audiences from its debut to its conclusion, inspiring an animated short film and a successful crowdfunding campaign for a feature-length anime.

Now enjoy the original manga tale in a series of four gorgeous, deluxe hardcovers containing the complete series, color inserts, and exclusive covers from Nagabe that will cast their magic over any bookshelf.

 

 

Justine Kurland: Girl Pictures
RRP $80.00

This collection of photographs by Justine Kurland is a reimagining of the classic narrative of the teenage runaway but through a much-needed feminine lens. Taken between 1997 and 2002, the girls are pictured finding shelter and community in the wilderness; making forts, swimming in creeks, braiding each other’s hair and frolicking in fields. Although Kurland set all this in motion, she remarked how quickly the bond between the girls was cemented. This book is truly girlhood at its core where the dream to escape society and the patriarchal ideals that are placed upon you is brought into reality.

 

Massimo Listri. The World’s Most Beautiful Libraries. 45th Ed.
RRP $54.99

Massimo Listri takes us on a journey through Europe and the Americas showcasing some of the world’s most beautiful libraries. Along the way, we learn about the amazing collections and the dramatic histories of these important sites of knowledge. The book features incredible photography showcasing the beauty of art and architecture in these ‘3rd places’ dating back to the year 766.

 

 

 

Brutalist Plants
RRP $55.00

A compelling visual juxtaposition of natural plant elements and the industrial textures of concrete architecture. This beautifully curated photographic series explores the relationship between nature and the built environment, offering rich inspiration for interior and garden design. It’s an excellent resource for anyone looking to add a touch of greenery to spaces that might otherwise feel too stark or sterile.

 

 

I’m so Happy Your Are Here
RRP $115.00

A beautifully arranged, typeset, and printed compilation of works by Japanese women photographers, offering a fresh perspective on the evolution of Japanese photography since the 1950s. The contributions in this collection highlight the medium’s rich and diverse history, showcasing a wide range of unique and vibrant images by various artists.

 

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