With voice recorders and keyboards available on every cell phone, the need to jot down quick notes is being eliminated. What was once the language of private detectives, reporters and historians is now relegated to the courtroom and with...
We’re over halfway through the annual Inktober drawing challenge, and with just over a week to go you might find your inspiration waning. Or, perhaps you're flying through and considering keeping up the habit! Either way, we hope these...
Browsing original manuscripts, opening tightly guarded vaults to discover a treasured diary, finding obscure notes about fascinating historical characters or getting lost exploring the intricate nooks of a library’s archive – these are the kinds of adventures in literary...
The Frankfurt Book Fair is on this week, bringing together book enthusiasts from around the world to share ideas, innovative products and a love for the written word. This year our Paperblanks booth will feature something extra special. On top...
Many of you may be taking part in the annual NaNoWriMo writing challenge this month. But whether you’re participating this year or just looking for ways to improve your writing routine, we hope these tips will help you over...
The doomed lovers, the creation epic, the underdog hero... these are all archetypal story arcs that show up in literature from every time period and corner of the globe. But if you think that the critiquing and analyzing of...
Art brings us together. It is the conductor thread that unites people from across generations and walks of life with a shared complicity – 100M was proof of that. The collective exhibition (where M stands for Mujeres, women) featured...
You know that you love being an artist, and you often get compliments on your creations. Now, how to turn these warm feelings into a profitable career? It can be difficult to take that leap from casual hobbyist to...
Le Gascon Mystique
Our cover design reproducing a binding attributed to Le Gascon
Rather than a history lesson, think of this post as a wish list of future Paperblanks artwork. The nine bookbinders below have all made major contributions to their...
February is a month for lovers. Cupid, St. Valentine, your friendly neighbourhood librarian. Yes, that's right. This month isn't just one to celebrate your sweetheart, it's also Library Lovers Month, a time to remember the very important role that...