The Illustrated Book of Sayings

Weird, funny and gross idioms from all over the world that sometimes just don't translate

Writer and illustrator, Ella Frances Sanders‘ new book “The Illustrated Book of Sayings” is a charming collection of idioms that get lost in translation. The kinds of phrases you don’t often hear in traditional language lessons, these are the sayings that you learn when immersed in a culture. From the bleak to the romantic and straight-up weird, each one is explained in words and pictures—perfectly …

Fat Brad: a Cookbook Inspired by On-Screen Eating

Described as “an edible ode to the movie star who eats like no other, Brad Pitt,” a new cookbook called “Fat Brad” has been inspired by the actor’s on-screen diet. From Rusty’s carpark burger in “Ocean’s 11” to chicken and potatoes inspired by “Snatch,” the dishes have been photographed beautifully—with plenty of thematic touches. Part cookbook and part film studies, this book is apparently the …

Cut That Out: Collage in Contemporary Design

A comprehensive book exploring the medium, far beyond cut-and-paste

Both Ryan Doyle (aka DR) and Mark Edwards (aka ME) were—like many of us—introduced to collage at a young age; Doyle by his mother who presented him with a collage of photos of himself, and Edwards who was introduced to a family friend Steve Smith (who worked under the name Neasden Control Centre) who made collages for a living. Now, working as a duo known …