Tag: Design

Judging books by their covers… March 2023

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are the first thing that catches the reader’s eye and can make or break a book’s success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.

Judging books by their covers… February 2023

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are the first thing that catches the reader’s eye and can make or break a book’s success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.

Taking control of my own path by going freelance.

Over the last few months, I have taken a pause, a mini-sabbatical if you like. It’s been a chance to spend time recharging and not having to be anywhere or be anyone other than Dad, Husband or Son. This time has provided me with space to reflect on my past career and consider how I want to spend my time moving forward and where I can offer the most value to others.

Judging books by their covers… January 2023

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are the first thing that catches the reader’s eye and can make or break a book’s success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.

Judging books by their covers… December 2022

My final roundup of the year, my selection of visually interesting covers that have caught my eye this month. This is purely subjective and based on what I like visually. In most cases, I haven’t read or bought these publications and they may not even be freshly published. I’ve picked these from whatever has crossed my path over the last month.

How I discovered that I’m mildly dyslexic and how it now benefits me

During my school years, I didn’t enjoy academic subjects. Although I understood the topics and would happily talk through ideas, concepts and problems, I was never keen to read or write about them. This was due to my slow reading and poor spelling abilities. These two attributes always led to embarrassing, repetitive errors. It was much easier and quicker for me to ask questions and talk through the concept. If there were ever the opportunity to illustrate an idea, I’d take that route over a written piece.