Thinking beyond brainstorming provides a wealth of knowledge when looking beyound Branding more specifically graphic design thinking.
Design is storytelling is a book that explores the boundaries of graphic design. It creates a braoder narrative of what graphic design could be if looking at it through the lens of ordinary storytelling.
Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund is a deeply reflective and comforting exploration of the heart of Christ, centring on His gentleness toward sinners and sufferers. Ortlund combines rich biblical insight with vivid metaphors that present Jesus not as distant or disappointed, but as tender, approachable, and patient.
House of Sky and Breath showcases strong character development, particularly as Bryce and Hunt are pushed beyond who they thought they were, forcing growth through trauma, trust, and choice. The use of metaphors and writting style create a beautiful fantasy of courage, a whole lott of smutty scenes and creativity.
This book is a warm, thoughtful reflection on the history of the church in Aotearoa New Zealand. Using the huia as a powerful symbol, it explores how Māori culture was swallowed up by European influence and challenges the church to remember the original intent of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. It offers meaningful insights into what we can learn by viewing the gospel through a Māori worldview, and gently encourages us to listen, reflect, and allow our understanding of faith to grow.
House of Earth blends magic, fae lore, and rich world-building into an immersive fantasy. The characters are well developed, showing clear growth throughout the story, and the detailed settingbrings everything more to life. The book builds toward a strong, epic ending that ties everything together, making it a rewarding read for fantasy fans like myself.