For some reason, the IngramSpark version of Shards keeps getting switched from “Cream” to “White” paper, and this last time, I failed to catch it before ordering a proof. The results are below.

But that’s okay, because I hadn’t actually compared the cream to the white paper before, I assumed that the cream would make for a more pleasant perusing experience.

And, indeed, the cream paper is definitely easier on the eyes. Time to get in touch with Ingram and find out why the selection refuses to stick …