Reading between the lines.

Whether its the scintillating plot, the exquisitely crafted descriptions or the hauntingly familiar characters, I think we can all agree that a good book is an absolute joy. In this vein, let us say a quick congrats to Aravind Adiga for winning the 2008 Man Booker Prize.

Despite all of the above, I'm going to confess to you now that I do sometimes enjoy a book solely for its cover. Shallow, isn't it? I do not think that this signifies that I am a vacuous human being. Instead, I think it means I can appreciate the simpler (yet somewhat shinier) things in life.

Book covers can be incredibly exciting. Whether its the pithy blurb, the fancy imagery or a combination of the two, some book covers can be celebrated in their own right as artistic wonders.

Let me back this up with five shining examples.

No 5: Reluctant Partners.

Allie is pictured here with a lovely long rod and appears to have a peculiar penchant for Kraft cheese. No wonder poor Cooper has his reservations!

No 4: Think like a cat: How to raise a well-adjusted cat, not a sour puss

From the best-selling author of Twisted Whiskers, comes the soon-to-be perennial feline favourite:

Not only will you be a cat whisperer upon reading, you will be able to slowly replicate the blow-dried chunky fringe as modelled by Mrs Red Turtleneck. Bonus!

No 3: Preparing for Adolescence

This had me at 'an 8-tape package'. Amazzzzzzzzing.

I also would like to learn how to straddle road signs with the ease that this kid does it. It's a thing I have.

No 2: Arnold's Bodybuilding for Men

Arnie before he got all political invites us to come on a bodybuilding journey:

I think we can all agree that this belongs in a museum.

No 1: Anybody can be cool... but awesome takes practice

Author of "If god loves me, why can’t I get my locker open".

I rest my case.