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Zine layouts: dos and don’tsZines are the ultimate playground for creative minds—a freeform experiment where the only rule is that there are no rules. Whether cutting out...
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How to create a workbook for your courseYou’ve navigated the world of online course creation and crafted content you’re proud of, and now you’re looking to elevate the...
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Your Two-Week Zine ChallengeCrafting a meticulously polished book can be a marathon endeavor over months or even years. But that’s not this challenge. Zines...
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No Fear in Love: Behind the Book with Janice Kennedy WashingtonEver dream of ditching your day job to finally write that book? Janice Kennedy Washington did just that—trading in her career in human resources...
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Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: How to handle critiqueDuring my college years, I spent hours upon hours in the library stacks looking through back issues of photography magazines from Europe, Asia,...
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Student portfolios: Your ultimate guide“Creating a portfolio is defining who you are,” says Mike Davis . “It’s a reflection of your essence.” Davis...
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Let’s Adapt for Everyone! Behind the Book with Greg NakataMeet Greg Nakata, the creator behind Let’s Adapt for Everyone! , a pioneering guide to adapting toys and devices for people with...
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Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: How to Sell Your BookOne of the most challenging questions I face at Blurb is, “Well, I finally finished my book. Now how do I sell it ?” This tops the list in a...
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Blurb Photo Month contest rulesMay is National Photography Month! To celebrate, we’re hosting the Blurb Photo Month Challenge. Make 31 photos based on each of the 31 prompts....
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Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: Lessons from an ExpeditionOn January 12, 2024, I returned from an expedition to Antarctica. Before I can break down the lessons learned from this little adventure, there is...
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World Book Day giveaway rulesApril 23 is World Book Day, and we’re celebrating the storytellers, artists, and makers in our Blurb community by giving ten people $25 off their...
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Wisdom Teeth: Behind the Zine with Rose BoakesRose Boakes explores the intricacies of teenage years, delving into themes of growth, rebellion, and the spaces in between. Her debut book,...
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Best photo editing software for creativesThere are so many photo-editing software choices today. Some programs focus on fundamental adjustments like tone and color grading. Others are...
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Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: How to Self-EditEditing is an art form and, in some ways, is just as important as making photographs. But like all creative skills, editing takes time, patience,...
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How to calibrate your monitor for photo editingHave you ever noticed that the colors on your monitor look different from those in a printed photo or book? This discrepancy can be upsetting,...
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Blurb Book Cover ContestCalling all visual creatives! We’re hosting a book cover contest exclusively on our Instagram . Tap into your book cover design skills...
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Safe: Behind the Zine with McKenzie YoungThis month we interview designer and illustrator McKenzie Young. She’s done everything from corporate branding to video game content and...
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T&CsUnited States *Save 30% on photo books with code: CHEERS30. Offer valid through February 23, 2024 (11:59 p.m. local time). Valid only for...
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How to create a real estate listing bookIt’s no secret that the real estate industry has become increasingly cutthroat over the years. The growing demand for housing and limited...
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Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: Put Play into PracticeJoin me in Spain for a week-long bookmaking workshop in May 2024. Create your own book from an existing body of work and with the mentoring and...
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Cookies by Chef Coy: Behind the Book with Secoyah BrowneWhat began as a late night stress-relieving activity from a job in real estate finance has become a brand worth watching and a cookbook you’ll...
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How to take creative risks and get comfortable doing itTaking risks in your creative endeavors can be as intimidating as it is essential. The path less traveled often leads to the most extraordinary...
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An in-depth look at the best self-publishing companies (and how to choose one)The centuries-old publishing industry has seen sizable shifts in recent years, with self-publishing at the forefront of this revolution. ...
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Bookmaking Challenge Giveaway rulesCreating books is a gratifying creative pursuit full of passion and dedication. But even the most experienced bookmakers encounter challenges...
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Paris Photo 2023Editor’s note: Dan Milnor, Blurb’s creative evangelist, spent a week in Paris at some of the world’s most premier photo and book events. This is...
