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Illustrator Ulrike Marais explores grief and memory in her insect-themed cookbook picture book

Creative Boom

Brighton-based illustrator Ulrike Marais tackles themes of grief and memory via insects and meals in her latest project, Omi's Dinner Party. Informed by her own experiences of loss, this cookbook cum picture book uses recipes as a way to remember those who are no longer with us.

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10 must-read graphic design books for 2024

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Image licensed via Adobe Stock Get inspired, encounter new ideas and refresh your design skills with our curated list of 10 books every graphic designer should read this year. And there's nothing like sitting down with a good book to gain insights, ideas, and guidance from some of the profession's most respected authorities.

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Ben Gore pays tribute to one of his favourite rappers in MF Doom-themed cookbook

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Published by Blue Monday Press, the book will show readers how to make meals mentioned in Doom's songs, including Nice Verse Pie, Fillet-O-Rapper, Rapp Snitch Knishes, and Deep Fried Frenz. The cookery angle is a clever hook for a book about MF Doom, especially considering that food references and symbolism run through his back catalogue.

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Illustrator Wenjia Tang's first fiction book is a beautiful exploration of mankind's relationship with nature

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New York-based illustrator Wenjia Tang has transported her captivating style to the land of fiction in her latest book, Mountain Temple. Wenjia Tang's beautiful illustrations are a familiar sight in nonfiction books, ad campaigns, and editorials. This fiction book was different; it featured main characters," she tells Creative Boom.

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DIY Book Cover Design Tips for UK Authors: Where to Start

Designer Daily

A book cover serves as more than just a display in this fast-paced world of literature; it is the face of your work and the visual representation that draws readers into the world you have painstakingly created. The idea of creating their own book covers can be exciting and difficult for authors in the UK.

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30 free Unique Google Slides Presentation Themes for School!

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In this article, we will present you with a collection of unique, beautiful, stylish, convenient presentation themes in Google Slides format , which you can use absolutely for free! Let’s get started with 30 free unique Google Slides presentation themes for school ! Customize this Google Slides theme easily and for free!

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'Visually driven' photography book explores Japan's historical connection with dogs

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From ancient cultural connections to canine-themed crypto coins, dogs have had a monumental impact on Japanese life. In a new book by Manami Okazaki, the bond between the two is explored via quirky imagery and 'visually driven' design. Funnily enough, most of the top crypto coins are Japanese dog-themed too.".