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Mention one of your 2008 resolutions and have your name entered twice! The contest runs until Friday, January 4th.

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Many people who self-publish do so because a) they believe that in the long run they’ll make more money on their book, since the publishing houses won’t take a large chunk of their profit and/or b) they’ll be able to have total control over their book. You may be be thinking of publishing your own book, but have you thought of everything? Here are four factors to consider if you’re considering self-publishing. (more…)

What every graphic design lover wants needs.

Hanukkah’s passed and Christmas is less than two weeks away, but if you’re stuck for a gift for the designer (or design appreciator) in your life, my first annual holiday gift guide is here to help. Sort it by type or price, or just look through it all.

You know you want it.

The new Pantone Goe spot-color matching system has a lot going for it compared to the venerable Pantone Matching System: It nearly doubles the number of unique colors, adopts a logical naming scheme, and comes with innovative color-palette software. (See review at creativepro.com)

Pantone is the design world standard, and this beautiful (and expensive!) new Goe system is like design crack. Someone will think you’re better than chocolate for giving this as a gift. $499.95

Buy it!

AIGA, the professional association for design, is the place design professionals turn to first to exchange ideas and information, participate in critical analysis and research and advance education and ethical practice. AIGA is the oldest and largest membership association for professionals engaged in the discipline, practice and culture of designing. $75-$295

Support the profession that supports you (or the person you’re giving this gift to)!

Buy it!