This is from 1943, as you can tell from the request that the readers buy war bonds. Unfortunately, the artist is unknown but at least someone is getting a honeymoon.
Artwork of the Day: Complete Love Story (Artist Unknown)
Category Archives: Artwork of the Day
Artwork of the Day: Future Science Fiction (by Milton Luros)
That sun is really burning bright but at least it makes a good background to pose against.
This is from 1953. The artwork is by Milton Luros.
Artwork of the Day: Ribbon (by Erin Nicole)
Every July 1st, these ribbons appear on the street signs in my neighborhood. I always look forward to their arrival. With this picture, the clouds were kind enough to assist me by being almost as striking as the ribbon. Have a great July!
Artwork of the Day: Ranch Romances (by J. George Janes)
by J. George Janes
That’s going to take forever.
This issue from 1954, with cover art from J. George Janes.
Artwork of the Day: Decoy for Murder (Artist Unknown)
Artist Unknown
This is from 1956. Though the blurb may say that she was “at the mercy of violent, power-crazed men,” she doesn’t seem to be too disturbed by all that blood on the wall. Unfortunately, the identity of the artist responsible for this cover is not known.
Artwork of the Day: Wolf Trap Blonde (by George Gross)
by George Gross
This is from 1949. Back then, you could buy an exciting paperback novel for only twenty-five cents! The cover was done by George Gross, who has been featured many times on site in the past and who will undoubtedly be featured many times in the future.
Artwork of the Day: Black Mask (Artist Unknown)
This is from 1941. The artist is unknown but I’m impressed by anyone who can balance both a camera and gun at the same time.
Artwork of the Day: Pay Off The Damned (by Bill Edwards)
by Bill Edwards
This is from 1965 and, like so many “adult” books of the time, the cover blurb is awfully judgmental. Franie knew she was doing wrong but someone published a book about it and then someone else decided to read it so is anyone in a position to judge? This cover was done by Bill Edwards, who has a definite skill when it came to capturing the sordidness of small town life.
Artwork of the Day: Man’s Life (by Will Hulsey)
by Will Hulsey
Get him!
This is from 1961 and there’s no way those two men are escaping from “the women-ridden island of last resort.”
Artwork of the Day: Dime Detective Magazine (by Norman Saunders)
This is from 1948. That would probably make me scream and faint too so I’m not going to pass any judgments. This cover was done by Norman Saunders.
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