Ever wondered about the story behind book covers? The art that make us decide whether to pick up a book? On July 18, join Dr. Ainehi Edoro and South African graphic designer Megan Ross on Instagram Live for a discussion about African book covers.

We will look at:

  • The evolution of African book covers.
  • The visual culture that’s now thriving in the African literary scene.
  • The stories behind some of our favorite African book covers of the year.

Megan Ross, with 14 years of experience in cover design, will share insights on:

  • Why book covers matter.
  • The fascinating (and sometimes murky) politics of cover design.
  • The technology and artistry involved in creating captivating covers.

Check out our list of favorite African book covers here and see the stunning visual culture that’s emerging in African literature.

Date: July 18, 2024
Time: 11 AM Chicago / 12 PM New York / 5 PM WAT
Location: Brittle Paper Instagram Live (@brittlepaper)

Mark your calendars! Invite your friends!