Contenders for the new Lord of the Flies cover – in pictures

This entry is called 'A sign of anarchy and a sign of the truth'. The artist has coloured the background a bright, cheerful yellow, reminiscent of hot sunny days and golden beaches which contrasts nicely with the broken glasses and Pig's decapitated head
Photograph: Faber

This entry is entitled 'Endgame'. This cover design uses a limited colour palette and is a mixed media composition. The staring eye seems to follow you around the room Photograph: Faber

This dark picture is called 'Pig's Head'. The artist has used different shades of red to create this striking design Photograph: Faber

The creator of 'Sight' has clearly thought about where the title and author's name might go on the book cover, using the palm trees as a frame. The entry incorporates many different images from the book and uses a range of artist techniques to create a memorable cover design Photograph: Faber

'Silhouette' depicts a single figure standing against a blood red backdrop. The subtle tilt of the featureless head adds emotion to the composition Photograph: Faber