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Sure, it's what on the inside that counts, but let's see how much you <i>really</i> know.

Only A True Bookworm Will Be Able To Pass This Book Cover Quiz

The scar, the platform number, and the giant Hogwarts express are huge giveaways. It's a huge success now, but J.K's manuscript was [rejected 12 times](https://www.insider.com/jk-rowlings-rejection-letters-2016-7) before she finally found a publisher.

_Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone_

Let's start off easy – what book is this?

You probably already know about the TV adaptation of _The Handmaid's Tale_, but you might not know that Margaret Atwood herself [has made a cameo in the show.](https://ew.com/tv/2017/04/22/handmaids-tale-margaret-atwood-cameo/)

_The Handmaid's Tale_

You _must_ know what story this is:

From the eyes to the bright lights to the green tear – this cover is _full_ of symbolism. _The Great Gatsby_ has sold over 25 million copies, but it wasn't always such a big hit – only [25,000 copies of the book](https://eu.usatoday.com/story/life/books/2013/05/07/the-great-gatsby-is-a-bestseller-this-week/2133269/) were sold in Fitzgerald's lifetime.

_The Great Gatsby_

If you don't know this one, I have no hope for you...

or _Le Petit Prince_ – [this French novella has sold over 140 million copies](https://www.fastcompany.com/3025693/why-the-little-prince-is-actually-a-new-york-classic#3) and is one of the most translated books around the world!

_The Little Prince_

Do you know what tale this little guy belongs to?

Stanley Kubrick's film adaptation of this controversial novel [was banned in many places,](https://www.anthonyburgess.org/blog-posts/the-banning-of-a-clockwork-orange/) due to its "inflammatory" nature.

_A Clockwork Orange_

What about this one?

The sisters in this heartwarming tale are [based on Louisa M. Alcott's own sisters](https://www.oprahmag.com/entertainment/books/a28697768/little-women-book/).

_Little Women_

What story are these ladies in?

This coming of age novel is one of the [most banned books in America,](https://www.goodreads.com/blog/show/1017-10-interesting-facts-about-the-catcher-in-the-rye) due to its offensive language and sexually explicit material

_The Catcher In The Rye_

I'm sure you recognise this cover, but what novel is it?

This coming of age novel was voted as [the number one book that everyone should read before they die](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2006/mar/02/news.michellepauli). So if you haven't read it yet, you better get a move on!

_To Kill A Mockingbird_

And what story does this mystery tree belong to?

Like many other greats, this novel [was banned in many countries due to its racy content](https://books.google.co.uk/books?dq=brave+new+world+banned+india+1967&ei=1xRVVfq8EKSUsQSvuYDYBw&hl=en&id=bunHURgi7FcC&lpg=PA70&ots=bup9_g6YU0&pg=PA70&redir_esc=y&sa=X&sig=TVSTr8FusoSq9WdjHRVElU2oy6E&source=bl#v=onepage&q=brave%20new%20world%20banned%20india%201967&f=false), and you might be surprised to learn that this dystopian tale started out as a parody.

_Brave New World_

What about this abstract cover?

This classic almost didn't come to be – it was initially rejected, and was e [ven described as "disappointing, juvenile, and overwrought"](https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/64891/10-facts-about-sylvia-plaths-bell-jar) by one publisher.

_The Bell Jar_

And finally, only someone with a complete library will know what book this is:

Uh oh, you didn't do too well... Maybe you're just too eager to get into your stories to pay attention to the covers. Even so, looks like it's time for you to dust off your bookshelf and brush up on your knowledge.

Hmm, not bad! You got the most famous ones, but you missed out some of the trickier ones. Maybe you haven't read them yet, or maybe you think what's on the inside is more important.

Woah, you must moonlight as a librarian, because you're a total bookworm! I bet you're president of your book club, because you sure know your stuff. I think you'd better reward yourself by diving into one of your favourite novels!

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Only A True Bookworm Will Be Able To Pass This Book Cover Quiz

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