The Manual of Design Fiction book cover

The Manual of Design Fiction

Julian Bleecker, Nick Foster, Fabien Girardin and Nicolas Nova in collaboration with Patrick Pittman and Chris Frey of No Media Co.

The Manual of Design Fiction is an extremely well-crafted and thought-provoking tome. Considered to be the definitive book on design fiction, it is a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating and growing field.

It is a book that has been in the making for over fifteen years, and it shows in the level of detail and research that is contained within its pages. The authors and collaborators have done an incredible job of exploring the origins of design fiction, and they delve into the practical approach that is required to properly assess the consequences of decision-making. Furthermore, they showcase how tangible artefacts created from various possible futures can be used to create thought-provoking conversations and inspire innovation in well-established research and foresight practices.

While some parts of the writing may be difficult to absorb, this book is sure to trigger your inspiration and leave you with plenty of new ideas to explore.