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List of Favs: Children’s Books

by Carolyn Sewell on 12/08/2009

List of Favs: Childrens Books

How many kids do I have? 0
How many kids’ books do I have on my bookshelf? At least 10
How many kids’ books do I have on my Amazon Wishlist? More than 50

Why do you ask? Because I wish I could bottle up a child’s creativity and imagination and sprinkle it in my coffee when I’m feeling bitter and blah. Because children’s books are magical and inspiring and short. Because I have relatives and friends with kids who are constantly having birthdays. Because children and their parents should read more and watch TV less. Because books are the most awesomest gifts to give and receive.

Below is my attempt to narrow down my list of favorite children’s books to just those with a creative element. Whether it be animals made of fonts, a penguin in search of new colors, or a classic story retold with fabulous illustrations, these books will dazzle and amaze you and a child in your life.

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List of Favs: Obsessive People

by Carolyn Sewell on 09/16/2009

ObsessiveArt

I have no idea what you call someone who is obsessed with obsessive people, but that’s totally what I am.

And I’m also obsessed with making lists, which comes in handy if you (like me) don’t proclaim to be a strong writer. So, for your sake and mine, this article will be a list of my favorite obsessive people with links to their stuff. Here goes…

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About the Author

Carolyn Sewell is founder of Carolyn Sewell Design and creator of the award-winning blog Pedestrian Typography. Her work has been recognized by the ADDYs, ADCMW Annual Show, LMA Awards and MAME Awards, and she has been published in HOW Magazine, Creativity, GDUSA, Washington Post Express, and Washingtonian.com. When Carolyn isn't designing, she's doodling in her sketchbook, photographing typography, teaching design at American University, or making daily postcards for her mom and dad.


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