2026 Winter Catalog Cover Contest
NAIBA | GLIBA | SIBA | CALIBA
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NAIBA, GLIBA, SIBA, AND CALIBA asked publishers to submit fresh, fun, and inclusive cover designs that feature festive art and an indie spirit. And they delivered, with a gallery of beautiful original cover art! Please spend some time with each thoughtful and heartfelt design.
Now it’s your turn to participate in the final selection. View each engaging design in the gallery below, and rank your favorites in the contest cover ballot. (One vote per person.)
CONTEST CLOSES JUNE 1, 2026
WINNER ANNOUNCED JUNE 2, 2026
Holiday Catalog Cover Submission Guidelines for Publishers
- Cover designs may look wintry and/or festive, but not holiday-specific (i.e. no traditional or specific holiday symbols or imagery). All artwork should be as inclusive as possible.
- Children’s book art is not a requirement; preferred designs will reach all audiences and readers, not just children’s customers. Think fun and festive, but not too juvenile.
- Cover designs should have a book and/or reading-focused, indie vibe rather than mass-market or commercial.
Catalog Cover Design Gallery
Publishers are graciously allowing NAIBA, GLIBA, SIBA, and CALIBA members early access to their artwork. Click on a design in the gallery below to view more details.
The final catalog cover design title and “Winter 2026” header will be in colors designed to complement the artwork, and not in grayscale.
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Vote for Your Favorite Cover Designs
Select your top three cover design choices in the form below. Choices will be ranked when tallying the ballots for the winning design.
One ballot per store.