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The Merchant and the Ark

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Cover design by Publishing Core. Title and author text are shown as supplied. This design credit does not claim publication, distribution, sales or endorsement.

A world built in timber and light.

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Supplied title description

The story behind the cover.

Caleb, a merchant whose work helps build the ark, chooses to remain outside when the rain begins. As the waters rise, his choices bring questions of warning, mercy and regret into focus. The novel considers faith and responsibility through a fictional life set within a biblical world.

A closer look

The thinking
in the artwork.

The ark rises behind a close view of a craftsman’s hands. Weathered timber, amber light and a substantial serif title give the composition its scale and material character.

Design detail
A layered illustrated scene
Design detail
Weathered timber and amber light
Design detail
A strong serif title hierarchy

Cover design by Publishing Core. Title and author text are shown as supplied. This design credit does not claim publication, distribution, sales or endorsement.

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