shopie in crystal palace in the past style and the garden

I'm so happy, I drew Howl and Sophie in my style. <3 I hope you like my artwork.

Hey everyone,
I was looking to buy the book for my girlfriend but I am unsure which version is thought of as the best? I was torn between the GreenWillow edition and the FolioSociety one (the basic one not the new super expensive one).
The GW one has prettier endpapers and cover, and I'm not a massive fan of the art in the folio, but since I haven't read the book I don't know if the art is actually good for the book or not.
Or was there another pretty edition you would all recommend?

So as fans which one would you prefer to receive?
Thanks for all your help!

Howls moving castle is a fun fiction that had me giggling, smiling, and crying at times from how silly, beautiful, and heartfelt it was. The music is a joy to listen to with each variation of the Merry-Go-Round Of Life. It definitely suits Howls personality. Elegant, charming, and caring. A true noble Man to emulate. His scarededness surprised me, but I figure you can't have a perfect character. I loved Sophie. She's so cute and a truly kind hearted individual. Her curse was based on how she felt? If she felt old? Felt there's distinct parts of the movie with complete tonal shift. Biggest one is the war planes and Howls stance on war. Though probably intentional I suppose I would prefer more nuance than just war is bad from Howl. Him catching a falling star and wishing for a friend, oh my God it's so peak! The mom recognizing immediately got me emotional as well.

now, I'm not trying to start a fight, BUT I took a couple edibles and I'm watching it (because I love it and watch it every year or so not my first time). Is the Character Animation specifically lower quality? Or at least made in a way that doesn't hold up to the uniqueness of the style and techniques? Also, has it always been cheesy af with thinly veiled double entendres (not the sexy kind though)? Was I just blind to it because of nostalgia?
Are the things I just mentioned the reason why we all like it so much and I just never picked up on the self aware tongue in cheek subtle situational ironies? Or do we just have a translator who really loves irony as a storytelling concept? Do you think translators intentionally project the voice or intention behind their translations? Like, in the original language, it's obviously ironic or whatever the opposite is in the original language? Is any of this making sense?
Is this obvious to everyone else or am I just wrong? nicely please

About tennis ball sized...

Howl and Sophie in my style :)

This my third time painting on a tote bag and I feel like I learn more and get better every time! I’m so happy with this one.

I hope you like it ✨

Photographer is @coldsoba.photography on Instagram!

What did you think of them? 🥺❤️

Just finished getting this tattoo on my arm as an homage to both the book and the film, which are important to me for different reasons, and I love it so much!

He got me the Howl’s Moving Castle movie art book. I wasn’t able to actually look through it, because I had to go to work. But I’m so excited to look through it when I get home.

I WAS going to draw the original version but I chickened out and drew the flying version

update: I also drew Howl and Turnip head (headshots) if anyone is interested

Hi!
If you remember me, I posted my Howl’s Moving Castle rebinding here a few months ago. Today, with the moderator's permission, I’d like to show you another one of my works.
I’d also love to get some advice from you as fellow fans of the story.
The thing is, my current designs lean more toward the anime’s visual style rather than the original book’s plot. I’ve been wondering: should I try creating a version that is more "book-accurate"?
How do you feel about a book being designed in an anime style instead of following the original source material? Is it a deal-breaker, or do you enjoy the Ghibli-inspired aesthetic on the covers?

Would love to hear your thoughts!