For nearly 20 years, designers and non-designers alike have been introduced to the fundamental principles of great design by author Robin Williams. Through her straightforward and light-hearted style, Robin has taught hundreds of thousands of people how to make their designs look professional using four surprisingly simple principles. Now in its fourth edition, The Non-Designer’s Design Book offers even more practical design advice, including a new chapter on the fundamentals of t...

"Paddington: Past and Present" by William Robins is a delightful exploration of the beloved bear's adventures and the timeless charm of his character. The book delves into Paddington's origins, tracing his journey from Peru to London, where he finds a home with the Brown family. Through vivid storytelling and enchanting illustrations, readers are invited to experience Paddington's misadventures and the warmth of his personality. The narrative captures the essence of friendship, kindness, a...

Amidst the heated fray of the Culture Wars emerged a scrappy festival in downtown New York City called Bang on a Can. Presenting eclectic, irreverent marathons of experimental music in crumbling venues on the Lower East Side, Bang on a Can sold out concerts for a genre that had been long considered box office poison. Through the 1980s and 1990s, three young, visionary composers--David Lang, Michael Gordon, and Julia Wolfe--nurtured Bang on a Can into a multifaceted organization with a majo...

The ability to anticipate and make accurate decisions in a timely manner is fundamental to high-level performance in sport. This is the first book to identify the underlying science behind anticipation and decision making in sport, enhancing our scientific understanding of these phenomena and helping practitioners to develop interventions to facilitate the more rapid acquisition of the perceptual-cognitive skills that underpin these judgements.Adopting a multidisciplinary approach ...

Technological advances and innovative perspectives constantly evolve the notion of what makes up a digital library. Archives and the Digital Library provides an insightful snapshot of the current state of archiving in the digital realm. Respected experts in library and information science present the latest research results and illuminating case studies to provide a comprehensive glimpse at the theory, technological advances, and unique approaches to digital information management...

Forensic science has become increasingly important within contemporary criminal justice, from criminal investigation through to courtroom deliberations, and an increasing number of agencies and individuals are having to engage with its contribution to contemporary justice.This Handbook aims to provide an authoritative map of the landscape of forensic science within the criminal justice system of the UK. It sets out the essential features of the subject, covering the discip...

Divided into ten days of ten novellas each, Boccaccio’s Decameron is one of the literary gems of the fourteenth century. The Decameron Eighth Day in Perspective is an interpretive guide to the stories of the text’s Day Eight – a day dedicated to tales of tricks and practical jokes. By drawing on literary precursors such as fabliaux, epic, philosophy, exempla, Dante’s Commedia, and scripture, and by meditating on the dynamics of civic engagement in fourte...

A lot has happened in the world of digital design since the first edition of this title was published, but one thing remains true: There is an ever-growing number of people attempting to design pages with no formal training. This book is the one place they can turn to find quick, non-intimidating, excellent design help from trusted design instructor Robin Williams. This revised classic--now in full color--includes a new section on the hot topic of Color itself. In The Non-Designer's De...

Fostering an educational culture that supports students’ success is essential for creating lasting learning experiences. An environment that values curiosity, inclusivity, collaboration, and high expectations empowers students to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Educational culture extends to school leadership, community involvement, teacher-student relationships, and learning institution values. Further integration of supportive and motivating atmosphere...

Building collaborative learning communities has emerged as a powerful strategy to help enhance students’ engagement, achievement, and success. By fostering environments where students and educators can work together, these communities create a culture of shared responsibility and respect to support a deeper understanding and long-term academic development. As education continues to evolve, especially in the wake of digital transformation and diverse learning needs, cultivating strong, incl...

Conflict is inevitable in long-term relationships—not because couples are broken, but because two individuals, shaped by him different life experiences, emotional wiring, and personal needs, will naturally encounter friction. But as Bill and Robin Shearer have shown through their groundbreaking work, the true measure of a couple’s strength lies not in avoiding conflict, but in skillful and quick repair and reconnection. For over four decades, these licensed mental health professionals have...

An audio original from the New York Times bestselling creators of Welcome to Night Vale.Kiara Sloan has been one of the world's biggest pop stars since before she could legally drive, but now she is in her forties, and embarking on a big comeback tour after an embarrassing public incident almost ended her career.Neil Ritter is a small town boy from Texas, still in his twenties, and desperate for his big break as a music journalist. And her...