Tips & Tricks

As a creator, artist, maker, or small-business owner, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that success is produced in sprints—a quick burst of inspiration, followed by ...

You love to see your child making artwork at school and being creative at home. The big question is, what do you do with that growing collection of paintings, ...

For emerging and established poets, publishing a book stands out as a milestone achievement. Besides providing a boost of creative confidence, the process of writing a book of poems ...

Like to travel? Like to blog? Well then, why not learn how to start an official travel blog? Believe it or not, even in the age of Instagram, a ...

For dedicated fans and illustrators, nothing compares to comic books. This dynamic format continues to capture our imaginations in a powerful way, from superheroes and sci-fi to humor and ...

Putting together a design portfolio can be an overwhelming task, but perhaps it should be. The design industry is highly competitive and creating a successful portfolio that showcases your ...

Blurb's creative ambassador, Dan Milnor, fields questions from bookmakers about exactly how to take your photos from screen to page—putting them in layouts. Walking bookmakers through the decisions involved ...

With so many opportunities for independent creative professionals to put their work out in the world, how do you avoid blending into the background? How do you stand out ...

Consciously or unconsciously, typography communicates to us every day. The visual appearance of your words is crucial to the communication of information and ideas; the arrangement of letters on ...

If you are new to design, it’s a good idea to start with the basics. A layout is the way in which text and images are arranged. When these elements ...

Getting started on a book project can be daunting. You want to create a beautiful book and end up with a professional-looking result. Here are 10 tips from Blurb’s very ...

I recently found myself wanting to document a quick trip I went on last 4th of July break, and couldn’t decide how to best get all my memories down. ...

We're celebrating the holidays all season long with unique gift guides for everyone on your list! Up first, we're sharing our favorite gifts for the globetrotter in your life. Gift ...

Blurb’s trade books are a beautiful, versatile format for your self-published book. They’re designed to look and feel like the books you’d find on the shelf in any store. ...

ash TAs a professional photographer, staying informed is one of the best ways for you to expand your photography skills and grow your business. In a recent event for ...

The cover is your book’s first impression. It’s time to help your visual book introduce itself. But how do you make your cover stand out on the shelf? 1. Say ...