Design books must-read

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How To

How to use graphic design to sell things, explain things, make things look better, make people laugh make people cry, and every once in a while change the world

Michael Bierut

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Design as Art

"Type Matters!" is a book on typography in graphic design. It covers history, anatomy, selection, techniques, and the importance of typography in communication. Includes examples and is a valuable resource for graphic designers and marketers. An essential guide to improving skills and creating effective designs.

Bruno Munari

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The Brand gap

"The Brand Gap" is a book on branding that explores the gap between strategy and creativity. The author argues for bridging the gap for successful brands and provides insights on brand development, consistency, and storytelling. A valuable resource for business leaders and designers, written in an accessible manner.

Marty Neumeier

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Pocket full of Do

The book contains a collection of excerpts — bits and pieces of life-long learnings and advices that I wished someone told me when I was starting out. It contains holistic insights within the intersections of creativity, business and mindset.

Chris Do

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Type Matters

"Type Matters!" is a book on typography in graphic design. It covers history, anatomy, selection, and the importance of typography in communication. The book includes basic and advanced techniques and successful examples. A valuable resource for graphic designers, marketers, and those interested in typography, and an essential guide to improving skills and creating effective designs.

Jim Williams

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Design of everyday things

Design of Everyday Things" by Don Norman covers design principles like visibility, feedback, and constraints for enhancing everyday object usability, with a focus on cognitive psychology and user perspective. A must-read for designers and non-designers to improve product usability

Don Norman

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Steal Like an Artist

"Steal Like an Artist" is a book on creativity by Austin Kleon. It provides 10 principles to help artists find their own voice, embrace limitations, and embrace influences. The author suggests "stealing" ideas, but with credit given. The book is written in an entertaining style to inspire confidence in the reader's creative abilities.

Austin Kleon

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Logo Design Love

"Logo Design Love" is a book on creating successful logos. It covers the process, includes case studies, and emphasizes simplicity, timelessness, and scalability. The author provides tips for creating memorable and effective logos for brands. A valuable resource for graphic designers.

David Airey

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User Friendly

"User Friendly" explores the impact of design on everyday life and the hidden rules that govern it. The authors discuss the importance of good design for user-friendly experiences and the future impact of design on society. A must-read for those interested in design, technology, and their impact on our lives.

Cliff Kuang with Robert Fabricant

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