Patricia St. John Series

Publisher

Moody Publishers

Designer(s)

Tim Green, Faceout Studio

Art Director

Erik M. Peterson

Titles in this entry

• Rainbow Garden (9780802465788)
• Secret at Pheasant Cottage (9780802465795)
• Star of Light (9780802465771)
• The Tanglewoods' Secret (9780802465764)
• Three Go Searching (9780802425058)
• Treasures of the Snow (9780802465757)
• Where the River Begins (9780802481245)

Judge Comments

This series illustrations as a cumulative whole is truly wonderful. I love the simplicity and control in knowing that less can be more. The subtle texture elevates the illustrations.

Minimalist illustrations combined with muted color schemes and unique typography unite these unique covers into a beautiful set. (hard return). The best children’s book covers balance original illustration with communicative type and layout. As a result, they engage the reader with beautiful and stimulating visuals that wholly embody and enhance the subject matter. (hard returrn) A well-planned series, the execution updates an inviting literary style from decades past.

This is a stunning example of how to make a series easily recognizable as a whole while letting each book shine on its own. The illustrations, color palette, and typography are compelling and eye-catching on each book.

Literary Category

Childrens