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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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  • Fashion First by Keaton, Diane
    Fashion First
    A fashion icon in her own right, Keaton amusingly revisits and reflects on some of her favorite and not-so-favorite fashion moments over the decades, from childhood homemade outfits to red carpet ensembles and street style experiments she tried from the 1960s until today. Since...
    $84.92 AUD
    $84.92 AUD
  • Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Big Sur by Found Image Press
    Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Big Sur
    Introducing the Vintage Notebook: Greetings from Big Sur, a delightful companion for all your writing endeavors. Featuring 150 lined pages, immerse yourself in the charm of a classic vintage travel postcard illustration adorning its cover. With its full-color decorative vintage art and versatile functionality,...
    $19.99 AUD
    $19.99 AUD
  • The Turban: A History from East to West by Filstrup, Chris
    The Turban: A History from East to West
    "Delightful: a work full of insight, mischief, wisdom and, most pleasing of all, illustrations--65 of which are in gorgeous color."--The Wall Street Journal - "The history of head-wrapped cloth, from sixth-century Bedouins protecting themselves against the desert sun to Sarah Jessica Parker donning a...
    $46.32 AUD
    $46.32 AUD
  • The Private House by Tarlow, Rose
    The Private House
    An elegant manifesto for Rose Tarlow's approach of blending the personal with the aesthetic to create timeless, beautiful spaces. One of the most influential designers working in America, Rose Tarlow's signature approach is as much an emotional matter as it is one of color,...
    $84.92 AUD
    $84.92 AUD
  • The Pocket: A Hidden History of Women's Lives, 1660-1900 by Burman, Barbara
    The Pocket: A Hidden History of Women's Lives, 1660-1900
    A New York Times Best Art Book of 2019 "A riveting book . . . few stones are left unturned."--Roberta Smith's "Top Art Books of 2019," The New York Times This fascinating and enlightening study of the tie-on pocket combines materiality and gender to...
    $38.60 AUD
    $38.60 AUD
  • Principles of LOGO Design: A Practical Guide to Creating Effective Signs, Symbols, and Icons by Bokhua, George
    Principles of LOGO Design: A Practical Guide to Creating Effective Signs, Symbols, and Icons
    Learn to design simple, powerful, and timeless logos. *Winner of the 2022 American Graphic Design Award for Book Design from Graphic Design USA* When you think of a brand, often the first thing that comes to mind is the logo, the visual representation of...
    $61.76 AUD
    $61.76 AUD
  • Creative Illustration by Loomis, Andrew
    Creative Illustration
    During his career as one of America's most sought-after illustrators, Andrew Loomis (1889-1959) taught at the American Academy of Art in Chicago, and in 1939 he codified his lessons in his first manual, Fun with a Pencil. Four years later it had already been...
    $61.68 AUD
    $61.68 AUD
  • Colourful Sashiko: Includes 47 Vibrant Designs, Basic Techniques and Stunning Projects by Sashikonami
    Colourful Sashiko: Includes 47 Vibrant Designs, Basic Techniques and Stunning Projects
    Explore the wonders of sashiko with Japanese embroidery star Sashikonami! Learn to create your own embellished items with detailed designs in vibrant colors. Let's explore the traditional Japanese embroidery pattern designs! . This is the long-awaited book by popular sashiko author Sashikonami. This craft...
    $30.80 AUD
    $30.80 AUD
  • Better Than New: Tips for Upcycling and Refinishing Furniture by Kempster, Chloe
    Better Than New: Tips for Upcycling and Refinishing Furniture
    Give old furniture a new lease of life, save money and help the planet with this beautifully illustrated guide to upcycling. Renovating tired old furniture can make it look as good as new - or even better! It can be a cost-effective and more...
    $43.23 AUD
    $43.23 AUD
  • Yesterday I Was the Moon by Unnahar, Noor
    Yesterday I Was the Moon
    Noor Unnahar is a young female voice with power and depth. The Pakistani poet's moving, personal work collects and makes sense of the phases of collapsing and rebuilding one's self on the treacherous modern path from teenager to adult. Tinged with the heartbreak of...
    $23.14 AUD
    $23.14 AUD
  • Wonderland by Leibovitz, Annie
    Wonderland
    "[A] gorgeous anthology of fashion images ... Leibovitz is nothing less than America's greatest living photographic portraitist ... she has changed fashion photography forever." - Anna WintourLegendary photographer Annie Leibovitz's surprising account of her encounters with fashion over five decades'Looking back at my work,...
    $138.88 AUD
    $138.88 AUD
  • Wipeout Futurism: The Graphic Archives by Harris, Duncan
    Wipeout Futurism: The Graphic Archives
    Working its way through the fascinating creation story and cultural footprint of the WipEout game series, WipEout Futurism offers unprecedented access to the game's visual archives and reveals the creative processes behind the teams, tracks, vehicles, and iconography that define the series. Within these...
    $92.64 AUD
    $92.64 AUD
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  • The Watch Book: Compendium - Revised Edition by Brunner, Gisbert L.
    The Watch Book: Compendium - Revised Edition
    Compendium - Revised EditionFor all chrono fans, collectors and watch enthusiasts there is now the brilliant and completely revised new edition "The Watch Book Compendium". The comprehensive coffee-table book replaces the earlier "The Watch Book Compendium" and combines "The Watch Book I" and "The...
    $169.84 AUD
    $169.84 AUD
  • The Outdoor Archive: The Ultimate Collection of Adventure & Sporting Graphics, Illustrations and Gear by Anderson, Chase
    The Outdoor Archive: The Ultimate Collection of Adventure & Sporting Graphics, Illustrations and Gear
    For decades, outdoor brands have put daring and aspirational images on the covers of their magazines and catalogs, pushing the limits of photography and graphic design. This fascinating collection of outdoors covers, drawn from the Outdoor Recreation Archive at Utah State University and spanning...
    $100.36 AUD
    $100.36 AUD
  • Theme Park Design & The Art of Themed Entertainment by Younger, David
    Theme Park Design & The Art of Themed Entertainment
    Want to design a theme park? Over the past century, theme parks have created worlds where pirates still loot Caribbean towns, where daring adventurers explore booby-trapped temples, and where superheroes swing from New York skyscrapers - and allowed us to step into them too....
    $154.29 AUD
    $154.29 AUD
  • The Little Book of London Style: The Fashion Story of the Iconic City by Homer, Karen
    The Little Book of London Style: The Fashion Story of the Iconic City
    An inspiration to countless designers and the stomping ground of fashion's in-crowd, London is the capital of subculture. From Mary Quant to Alexander McQueen, from punks to goths, and from Twiggy to Naomi Campbell, Little Book of London Style is the beautifully illustrated guide...
    $26.17 AUD
    $26.17 AUD
  • The Lego Animation Book: Make Your Own Lego Movies! by Pagano, David
    The Lego Animation Book: Make Your Own Lego Movies!
    Have you ever wondered what your LEGO creations would look like on the big screen? The LEGO Animation Book will show you how to bring your models to life with stop-motion animation--no experience required! Follow step-by-step instructions to make your first animation, and then...
    $30.86 AUD
    $30.86 AUD
  • The Golden Section: Nature's Greatest Secret by Olsen, Scott
    The Golden Section: Nature's Greatest Secret
    What was the great and golden secret known to Leonardo Da Vinci, Kepler, Plato, and the ancient magicians? Why were they forbidden to reveal it? Can there really be a key to nature and life itself? In this small but compact volume divine proportion,...
    $13.82 AUD
    $13.82 AUD
  • The Chiffon Trenches: A Memoir by Leon Talley, Andre
    The Chiffon Trenches: A Memoir
    NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the pages of Vogue to the runways of Paris, this "captivating" (Time) memoir by a legendary style icon captures the fashion world from the inside out, in its most glamorous and most cutthroat moments. "The Chiffon Trenches honestly...
    $27.79 AUD
    $27.79 AUD
  • Tales from the Midnight Masquerade: Coloring Book by Karlzon, Hanna
    Tales from the Midnight Masquerade: Coloring Book
    The seventh coloring book from Sweden's coloring book sensation, Hanna Karlzon.In Hanna Karlzon's newest coloring book, you have been invited to a midnight masquerade at a grand mansion. Guests in splendid costumes dance and mingle in an atmosphere of music, lighted candles, lanterns, and...
    $27.78 AUD
    $27.78 AUD

Top Design and Art Books

Design and art books are invaluable resources for both aspiring and seasoned creatives. These books offer insight into the principles of design and the beauty of artistic expression. Among the most noteworthy art books are titles that not only showcase stunning visuals but also provide deep dives into the theory and practice of design.One exemplary design and art book is "Design Basics" by David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to fundamental design principles, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the field. It’s praised for its clear explanations and practical exercises, which help readers grasp the core concepts of design.For those keen on the intersection of design and aesthetics, "The Art of Inside Out" by Tara Bennett and Paul C. Brown is a must-have. This book explores the design process behind the beloved Pixar film, offering a unique look at book cover design and concept art. It’s an excellent example of how design books can delve into specific aspects of the art world, revealing the intricacies behind visual storytelling.Another notable mention is "How to Create a Portfolio & Get Hired" by John E. Williams. This design textbook is highly recommended for those seeking guidance on showcasing their work effectively. It provides actionable advice on portfolio creation and offers insight into what makes a compelling design.In the realm of online bookstores, these art and design books are readily available, making it easier than ever to access the best books to read on design and art. Whether you’re searching for best-selling books or specific design textbooks, exploring these resources can significantly enhance your understanding and appreciation of the design of art.

FAQ's

Q. What are some of the best books to read on design and art?

A. There are numerous highly regarded design and art books. Some top recommendations include "The Elements of Graphic Design" by Alex W. White, "Interaction of Color" by Josef Albers, and "Design as Art" by Bruno Munari. For a comprehensive list, explore our online bookstore’s curated collection of best-selling books in this genre.

Q. Can you recommend any design textbooks for beginners?

A. Absolutely! If you're starting out in design, "Design Basics" by David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak is a great choice. Another excellent textbook is "Graphic Design: The New Basics" by Ellen Lupton and Jennifer Cole Phillips. These textbooks cover fundamental principles and provide practical insights.

Q. What should I consider when evaluating the design of art books?

A. When evaluating the design of art books, consider factors such as layout, typography, image quality, and overall aesthetics. The book cover design is also crucial as it creates the first impression. Look for books that balance visual appeal with functionality and content clarity.

Q. Where can I find the best-selling design and art books?

A. You can find the best-selling design and art books in our online bookstore. We offer a wide range of titles from renowned authors and publishers. Check our bestseller section for the latest popular choices among readers and professionals.

Q. How important is book cover design in the overall appeal of art books?

A. Book cover design is extremely important as it serves as the first point of interaction with potential readers. A well-designed cover can attract attention, convey the book's theme, and create a lasting impression. Investing in a good cover design can significantly enhance the book's appeal and marketability.

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