In purchasing a new Paperwhite Signature I orig purchased a lightweight cork cover however returned the cover within days because it was so slick, it slid, with my Paperwhite in it, onto the floor twice.I just received this new cover and am 100% happier with it. While it's not real leather it has a beautiful slight leathery texture to the surface. Certainly not slippery.Because of the addition of the "stand" and hand straps to hold it securely, it's a bit thicker than my orig cover but I like that it provides a bit more flexibility and protection. And it's got a good feel, like a thin book.While this is PU 'leather' (poly-urethane) it has no odor (I'm sensitive) and there is no embossed manufacturer name on the front, as I've seen in other covers. This is a very classy, subdued, well made cover that has a magnetic close to enable "sleep mode" and remain that way until you open it again.