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softback

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Definition of softback

as in paperback

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Supporters say the new paperback edition, released by Macmillan Publishers, is just as relevant today as when the book first came out.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
Heffers had bespoke children’s and paperback shops, Blackwell’s separate music and art shops.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of paperback

Noun

The untitled project got far enough in Hyperion’s pipeline to be assigned an ISBN and listed in bookseller databases as a 384-page hardcover.

— Andy Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026
While the most popular e-readers are smaller than a hardcover, many are still a bit too large for true grab-and-go convenience.

— Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of hardcover

Noun

After the lawsuit was filed, the jail changed its mail policy, and softcover books as well as periodicals published by the nonprofit were accepted into the jail.

— Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 12 Dec. 2025
The softcover reading guide highlights ten of the most vital works to the Mythos.

— Rob Wieland, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025

Definition of softcover

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In the 432-page tome, Emanuel chronicles his rise from the CAA mailroom to become one of the most powerful people in entertainment and sports.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
The breakfast room is a lovely spot to spend time browsing one of the many tomes on fashion and style.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026

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