Your Book’s Back Cover: Key Components
A guide to designing an effective book back cover, including headlines, descriptions, endorsements, and essential publishing elements that help attract readers and sell books.
Magic Spoon Cereal
A stroll through the cereal aisle led me to Magic Spoon — a brand whose playful packaging and modern illustrations immediately stood out from the competition. From whimsical characters to bold typography, this cereal proves that strong branding can transform even a breakfast staple into a memorable visual experience.
Elegantissima: The Design & Typography of Louise Fili
A review of Elegantissima: The Design & Typography of Louise Fili, a beautiful collection of branding, packaging, typography, and identity design work from one of the most influential designers in book and lettering design.
Seasonal holiday promotion
A trip to Target turned into a lesson in clever seasonal marketing when Halloween-themed cereal boxes featuring Peanuts characters, spooky illustrations, and streaming tie-ins captured my attention. Here’s why this nostalgic promotion stood out on crowded store shelves.
Finding images online
Discover some of the best free and paid stock photo websites, public domain image sources, and search tips to find the perfect visuals for your blog or book.