Modern Design

Design doesn't have to complicated, which is why this guide to human-centered design shows that usability is just as important as aesthetics. Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail to figure out which light switch or oven burner to turn on, or whether to push, pull, or slide a door...

Five minutes until the interview begins. Fresh on the heels of her college graduation, Cameron Heart has landed an interview at a prestigious architecture firm. Four minutes until the interview. She knows she's only there because the owner, Grayson Cole, is her older sister's friend. Three minutes. For the last seven years, Grayson has been the most intimidating man Cammie has ever had the pleasure - or displeasure - of being around.

Redefine romance and build loving connections you yearn for with the help of this guide for couples—perfect for readers of 8 Rules of Love and the Love Prescription. Grounded in two decades of original research and work with couples from around the world, Love by Design introduces a...

First, businesses discovered quality as a key competitive edge; next came science. Now, Donald A. Norman, former Director of the Institute for Cognitive Science at the University of California, reveals how smart design is the new frontier. The Design of Everyday Things is a powerful primer on how - and why - some products satisfy customers while others only frustrate them.

Bloomsbury presents Feng Shui Modern by Cliff Tan, read by Kevin Shen. In an increasingly cramped world, a modern guide to opening up your living space –and your life –using the ancient principles of feng shui. How do you place a bed in an awkward room? How can your space help you be more...

Master sound design and electronic music theory to transform endless loops into finished, release-ready tracks. Whether you are commuting or locked into a late-night studio session, this practical guide replaces rigid classical rules with modern production workflows. Break free from beat block...

Transform your home into a haven of calm and achieve your ideal lifestyle with this inspirational guide, from the Netflix star and #1 bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Inspired by the Japanese concept of kurashi, or “way of life,” Kurashi at Home invites you...

In How Design Makes the World, best-selling author and designer Scott Berkun reveals how designers, from software engineers to city planners, have succeeded and failed us. From the airplane armrest to the Facebook “like” button, and everything in between, Berkun shows how design helps or hinders everyone, and offers a new way to think about the world around you.

Transform teenage anxiety into unstoppable confidence by mastering the law of attraction and manifestation mindset. Whether you are navigating high school pressure, social media comparison, or friendship drama, your daily thoughts quietly shape your reality. Take control of your mental habits...

Are you looking for the best ways to design your home? Do you want to decorate your home but don't want to spend a lot of money? In this audiobook we give you the best colors and layouts to use for any apartment or house layout. After hearing this book, you will know how to maximize your space visually and apply these professional techniques inexpensively.

How history’s most infamous disasters shaped the field of engineering, from the creator of the popular YouTube channel Practical Engineering When a giant bridge collapses, a gas explosion blows up a building, or a major dam bursts, it’s hard not to wonder how things could have gone so...

A Times Book of the Year 2025 The Shindig Book of the Year ‘The godmothers of indie-pop’ Mojo ‘A tale of pop life well lived’ Shindig ‘Winningly captures the devil-may-care optimism of adolescence’ Guardian An evocative coming of age story from one of the UK’s first ever female...

Audrey Hepburn is an icon like no other, yet the image many of us have of Audrey—dainty, immaculate—is anything but true to life. Here, for the first time, Sam Wasson presents the woman behind the little black dress that rocked the nation in 1961. The first complete account of the making of...

Street thug Riko has some serious issues--memories wiped, reputation tanked, girlfriend turned into a tech-fueled zombie. And the only people who can help are the mercenaries who think she screwed them over. In an apathetic society devoid of ethics or regulation, where fusing tech and flesh can...

David's unique and engaging approach to teaching HTML and CSS principles means that listeners are ready to start designing from the very first chapter without enduring an avalanche of boring jargon or dry technobabble.

Named one of the best wedding planners in the world, Jove Meyer presents a comprehensive guide to planning and designing a wedding that feels uniquely you. Wedding planner Jove Meyer is a visionary of joy. Known for creating vibrant experiences inspired by couples who dare to be themselves...

Transform chaotic rooms into peaceful sanctuaries through intentional interior design and sustainable decluttering. If you feel constantly drained by visual noise and endless tidying, this uplifting audio experience offers a clear path to everyday serenity. Reclaim your focus and energy without...

Author Frank Viola gives readers language for all they knew was missing in their modern church experience. He believes that many of today's congregations have shifted from God's original intent for the church. As a prominent leader of the house church movement, Frank is at the forefront of a...

Master computer architecture and CPU design without dense math, turning abstract hardware concepts into clear logic. Whether upskilling on your daily commute or during a study session, this accessible guide translates tech jargon into vivid analogies. You will visualize exactly what happens...

Kill It with Fire examines aging computer systems, the evolution of technology over time, and how organizations can modernize, maintain, and future-proof their current systems. “Kill it with fire,” the typical first reaction to a legacy system falling into obsolescence, is a knee-jerk...