Library Design

A practical, illustrated guide to using the tools of design to create feelings of inclusion, collaboration, and respect in groups of any type or size—a classroom, a work team, an international organization—from Stanford University's d.school. “This is a beautiful book. Wise has applied the...

The five-hundred-year history of printed books, told through the people who created them. “Smyth breathes both books-as-objects and their creators back into life.” —Financial Times An Economist Book of the Year Books have transformed humankind, yet we know little about the individuals who...

Discover design strategies for using your own unique social identities and experiences as inspiration to challenge the status quo and create the kind of lasting change that leads to greater equity and social justice, from Stanford University's d.school. Who are you? What motivates you as a...

From one of America’s most beloved authors, a posthumous collection of newly discovered short stories and previously published essays and magazine pieces, offering a fresh perspective on the remarkable literary mind of Harper Lee. Harper Lee remains a landmark figure in the American canon –...

A practical guide to prototyping as a way to revolutionize your work and creative life, from Stanford University's world-renowned Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, aka the d.school. Prototyping is a way to test an idea to see if it can be successful before investing too much time and too many...

A powerful guide to why even the most well-intentioned innovations go haywire, and the surprising ways we can change course to create a more positive future, by two celebrated experts working at the intersection of design, technology, and learning at Stanford University’s acclaimed d.school...

From the New York Times best-selling author of The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires comes a nostalgic and unflinchingly funny celebration of the horror fiction boom of the 1970s and ’80s. Take a tour through the horror paperback novels of two iconic decades . . . if you dare...

An essential how-to for crafting a guiding motto that sets intentions, increases creativity, and helps accomplish your goals, from Stanford University's world-renowned Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, aka the d.school. We all need agency to feel the power and joy of acting in the face of...

Introducing "The Complete Home Library Guide", your ultimate manual to conceive, design, organize, and maintain your own private home library. This comprehensive guide covers the entire process from considering the idea to the nitty-gritties of managing your newfound refuge. Are you setting out to create your sacred book sanctum? The initial chapters furnish you with the basics of home libraries and book collection - understanding what books to collect and curating them according to your interest. We have included chapters on space management, suitable locations for home libraries, and some...

Have you ever wondered how top-tier apps like Instagram or Airbnb build their sleek, effortless interfaces? Are you a developer wanting to collaborate better with your design team, an entrepreneur looking to mock up your next big idea, or a complete beginner ready to launch a high-paying career in UI/UX design? The answer to breaking into the design world sits right in your hands. In Figma For Beginners, UI/UX designer and software developer Arthur Landon strips away the confusing tech jargon to deliver a clear, project-based blueprint to mastering Figma—the absolute industry-standard ...

National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge reveals the life and work of Frederick Law Olmsted, the designer of Central Park, the United States Capitol building's landscape, and more. Nobody could get Frederick Law Olmsted to sit still. He was filled with energy, adventure, and dreams of...

What would YOU do in an emergency? Most kids think emergencies are only for adults. This book proves that’s not true. Don’t Panic, You’re a Hero! is a fun, reassuring guide that teaches kids and teens ages 10–18 how to stay calm, get help fast, and take safe action when it matters most. Inside, you’ll learn: How to stay calm when things feel scary Exactly what to say when calling 911 Hands‑only CPR (in clear, kid‑friendly steps) How to stop heavy bleeding What to do for burns, broken bones, and head injuries How to take care of yourself if you are injured How to recognize ...

Join two best friends on a rainbow-filled organizing adventure! Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin—the brilliant minds behind The Home Edit—bring you a colorful audiobook that inspires kids to find the magic in cleaning up and keeping it that way. Hannah and Mia are super excited for their...

In this inspiring and heartwarming mother-daughter story, Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton team up to show readers how sharing the things we love with the people we love can create powerful, everlasting bonds between generations. "A deeply affectionate tribute to the bounty of nature and the...