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paperback

[pey-per-bak] / ˈpeɪ pərˌbæk /




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That starts with the title font’s most intentional resemblance to classic Stephen King paperback cover typography.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2026

"Then we'll buy the paperback when it comes out," she added.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The paperback rights for her second book, 1978’s Love Signs, were sold for $2.5 million, establishing an industry record at the time.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Repackaged, deluxe paperback editions of the other titles in the “Patternist” series — “Patternmaster,” “Mind of My Mind,” “Wild Seed” and “Clay’s Ark” — will be released June 23, the day after Butler’s birthday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Mr. Keeney was already at his desk, reading another paperback science fiction book.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein




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