Covers are hard - we all know that, right? Even great book designers like Chip Kidd know that. How do you capture what's in a book, and at the same time intrigue a buyer to pick it up (you know, like in one of those actual stores)? Oh, and make it beautiful, too.
Just to add - I've learned a lot from Kidd in this regard. I use his work (and Ted Talks) to inspire my design students... and myself.

Even though my day job is graphic designer, I have found that book covers are amongst the most challeng...