Book and zine reviews, plus my own zines and ebooks.

“I lay down in a state of happy exhaustion, and not for the first or last time could hardly believe I was in Japan” I…
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I am so pleased to finally announce the print version of my Tokyo Shopping Guide. It’s by far the most popular thing on my site…
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A few exciting books have turned up in my house this week that I thought you might be interested in. First up, the newest book…
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Gavin Lucas writes for Creative Review, my favourite design magazine, and I first heard about this book on their blog. I filed it away in…
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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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