The contemporary literature category includes most books published from the 1980s onwards. (What? Yes, I’m old – I do think the 1980s are still considered contemporary…)
An archived list of special edition books from 2020 and earlier (some in print, some OOP).
Special edition books released in 2021 (some in print, some OOP).
An illustrated collector’s guide to the limited collection of ‘Penguin Ink’ contemporary paperback novels with cover designs by leading tattoo artists.
Upcoming special and fancy book releases in later 2020 that caught my interest, including limited editions, sprayed edges and autographed copies.
Beehive’s ‘Illuminated Editions’ series is an ongoing series of classic literary masterworks, beautifully designed and featuring new contemporary illustrations.
Updated 2022. The Penguin Sisterhood collection – bright beautiful paperback classics about strong, fearless and inspiring women and girls. Plus an additional list of contemporary classics to increase the diversity.
A 2019 mid-year list of ‘beautiful books’ upcoming releases and pre-orders – editions with something a little bit special, as well as a few that are offering preorder swag.