Books & Zines
Book and zine reviews, plus my own zines and ebooks.
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Japanuary Zine – 31 Days of Japan Memories
I’ve made a new Japan zine, sharing photos and memories inspired by the Japanuary photo challenge prompts! Japanuary was a set of daily photo prompts…
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My 2019 Favourites Zine
One of my goals this year is to make a zine a month and the first one is up for sale with My 2019 Favourites.…
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Recently + A New Zine!
Personal updates have been a thin on the ground here, thanks to a couple of illnesses, some visitors and my troublesome ancient boiler so here’s…
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Zines Update
One of the things I’ve been working on lately is updating my how-to zines – including both my Japan guides – as things change and…
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The Super Cute Book of Kawaii News
I haven’t shared much about my book, The Super Cute Book of Kawaii, lately so here’s a few updates. USA & Australia The print book…
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Apollo 11 50th Anniversary
If you know me at all, you know I’m a lifelong space nerd. July is the the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 – and humans…
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The Super Cute Book of Kawaii Update
The Super Cute Book of Kawaii was officially published yesterday so you can now buy it from shops (in the UK) and online (everywhere!). There’s…
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Day in the Life Zine
Long-time readers will remember the Day in the Life posts I used to share – and now there’s a zine! Day in the Life was…
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by Marceline
Hello! I’m Marceline Smith, the designer and owner of Asking For Trouble. I create illustrated stationery, accessories and gifts using my cute characters inspired by Japanese kawaii. This is my business and personal blog where I write about my creative doings, inspirations, travels, Japan trips and daily life. Read more »
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