Title Paperback or Pulp Digest Cover The term "Paperback or Pulp Digest Cover" refers to a type of book cover material commonly used for popular, mass-market publications. Originally made from low-quality wood pulp and later replaced with paperboard materials due to durability concerns, these covers are often glossy or matte, colorful, and attention-grabbing in design. They encase a range of genres such as fiction, mystery, romance, science fiction, and horror. The cover art is typically eye-catching, featuring vibrant imagery to entice readers to pick up the book. These covers are a distinctive element of popular literature and have contributed significantly to the visual aesthetic of the publishing industry.