Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: Put Play into Practice

Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: Put Play into Practice

Not everything is meant for public consumption. This might seem counter to the general trend of modern society, where every moment of every day is shared and shared passionately. ...

Cookies by Chef Coy: Behind the Book with Secoyah Browne

Behind the Books

Cookies by Chef Coy: Behind the Book with Secoyah Browne

What began as a late night stress-relieving activity from a job in real estate finance has become a brand worth watching and a cookbook you’ll want to literally sink ...

How to take creative risks and get comfortable doing it

Planning & Creating

How to take creative risks and get comfortable doing it

Taking risks in your creative endeavors can be as intimidating as it is essential. The path less traveled often leads to the most extraordinary outcomes. Yet, many of us ...

Planning & Creating

5 Takeaways from Dan Milnor’s creative portfolio workshop

Planning & Creating

5 Takeaways from Dan Milnor’s creative portfolio workshop

Why portfolios make the perfect low-pressure creative project and how to start one. Portfolios are often seen as a professional necessity—something you put together when you’re applying for a job, ...

The Just Start Challenge: How to make a book in just 7 days

Planning & Creating

The Just Start Challenge: How to make a book in just 7 days

You don’t need perfect photos. You don’t need the perfect idea. You don’t even need a full weekend. You just need a plan—and the decision to start. If you’ve ever ...

Go big: the power of large-format books

Planning & Creating

Go big: the power of large-format books

Books come in all shapes and sizes. Some beautiful, very precious publications are printed in pocket-sized formats. But in the realm of visual expression, few things can elevate work ...

<strong>Zine layouts: dos and don’ts</strong>

Planning & Creating

Zine layouts: dos and don’ts

Zines are the ultimate playground for creative minds—a freeform experiment where the only rule is that there are no rules. Whether cutting out magazine clippings, doodling with crayons, or ...

<strong>How to create a workbook for your course</strong>

Planning & Creating

How to create a workbook for your course

You’ve navigated the world of online course creation and crafted content you're proud of, and now you're looking to elevate the experience for your students (and, not-so-secretly, for yourself, ...

Student portfolios: Your ultimate guide

Planning & Creating

Student portfolios: Your ultimate guide

"Creating a portfolio is defining who you are," says Mike Davis. "It's a reflection of your essence." Davis is a visual editor, author, and educator who has helped countless students ...

How to create a real estate listing book

Planning & Creating

How to create a real estate listing book

It’s no secret that the real estate industry has become increasingly cutthroat over the years. The growing demand for housing and limited inventory have made the market one of ...

How to take creative risks and get comfortable doing it

Planning & Creating

How to take creative risks and get comfortable doing it

Taking risks in your creative endeavors can be as intimidating as it is essential. The path less traveled often leads to the most extraordinary outcomes. Yet, many of us ...

How to be more creative: 43 ways to boost originality

Planning & Creating

How to be more creative: 43 ways to boost originality

Creativity is the basis of any artistic and literary pursuit, whether you're into photography, design, or writing. But the idea that creativity is inherent to only a gifted few ...

How to start a bullet journal: a guide for creative minds

Planning & Creating

How to start a bullet journal: a guide for creative minds

As we approach a new year, you're probably brimming with a plethora of new ideas, aspirations, and goals. Instead of using pre-printed planners and notebooks, starting a bullet journal ...

What are low-content books? And how do you create and sell one?

Planning & Creating

What are low-content books? And how do you create and sell one?

You've probably heard a lot lately about the appeal of low-content books—for creators and customers. What are the pros and cons of making one? Do they really sell? Here, we ...

How to illustrate a children’s book

Planning & Creating

How to illustrate a children’s book

Illustrating a children's book is both an art and a science that requires a unique blend of creative thinking, artistic ability, technical skills, and understanding of young minds. Beyond ...

Design that captivates: A creator’s guide to children’s book template layouts

Planning & Creating

Design that captivates: A creator’s guide to children’s book template layouts

In the imaginative world of children's books, you can’t underestimate the power of design and layout. Visual by nature, a well-crafted children's book engages the minds of your young ...

How to make a coffee table book: A 10-step guide to getting started

Planning & Creating

How to make a coffee table book: A 10-step guide to getting started

Crafting a coffee table book is an art form that combines equal aspects of storytelling, visual allure, and production value. Coffee table books are the perfect platform for professional ...

Blurb announces the Mini Square photo book

Planning & Creating

Blurb announces the Mini Square photo book

Not every moment in life needs a large coffee table book to remember it by. That’s precisely why Blurb is introducing its newest (and arguably cutest) size to the ...

How to design a book cover: professional tips for success

Planning & Creating

How to design a book cover: professional tips for success

Creating a unique and eye-catching book cover is essential for any author or creator looking to self-publish their work. Despite the overused cliché, "never judge a book by its ...

Professional photo book design tips for creatives

Planning & Creating

Professional photo book design tips for creatives

Designing a photo book is an art form that combines creativity and technical finesse. Much thought goes into creating a professional photo book that wows your audience, from the ...

How to create a writing portfolio

Planning & Creating

How to create a writing portfolio

You're on the job hunt, and a friend sends you the email of the managing editor at your dream company. The editor is excited to interview you after hearing ...

44 comic book ideas and examples to get you started

Planning & Creating

44 comic book ideas and examples to get you started

Writing your own comic book will exercise your creativity and imagination as both a writer and visual artist. While comic books might seem like a unique beast to build, ...

Popular book genres to inspire your next book

Planning & Creating

Popular book genres to inspire your next book

If you're here, you probably already know that authors who understand the nuances of popular book genres find it much easier to write bestsellers, connect with readers, and promote ...

24 Zine ideas to spark your DIY creativity

Planning & Creating

24 Zine ideas to spark your DIY creativity

There are endless topics to turn into zines. To spark your imagination, we've gathered 24 zine ideas. Take a journey through historical and contemporary concepts, then start creating your ...

How to design and print your book with Blurb

Planning & Creating

How to design and print your book with Blurb

Final part of the series on how to print your photo book with pro photographer Jared Platt Editor's note: In this three-part series, pro photographer and educator Jared Platt will ...

How to pick photos for your photo book

Planning & Creating

How to pick photos for your photo book

Part two of three of how to print your photo book with pro photographer Jared Platt Editor's note: In this three-part series, pro photographer and educator Jared Platt will teach ...

The case for printing photo books

Planning & Creating

The case for printing photo books

Part one of three of how to print your photo book with pro photographer Jared Platt Editor's note: In this three-part series, pro photographer and educator Jared Platt will teach ...

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