Links

Learning about bookbinding, restoration, and the history of books is an incredible journey, and I couldn't have done it without the amazing resources I've discovered along the way. Here, I've compiled a list of books, YouTube channels, websites, and other materials that are helping me to learn, grow, and stay inspired.

If you're on a similar path or just curious about this craft, I hope these links can be as helpful to you as they have been to me.

Books

  • Bookbinding and How to Bring Old Books Back to Life

    Aimee Spillman — Pen & Sword White Owl, 2021

  • Creative Bookbinding

    Mary Maguire — Anness Publishing Ltd, 2015

  • Hand Bookbinding: A Manual of Instruction

    Aldren A. Watson — Dover Publications, 1996

  • Bookbinding: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Kathy Abbott — The Crowood Press Ltd, 2021

  • Making Handmade Books

    Alisa Golden — Sterling Publishing, 2010

  • Craft Bookbinding

    Linda Orriss — The Crowood Press Ltd, 2022

  • Bookbinding for Beginners

    John Corderoy — Studio Vista Ltd, 1967

  • Unsewn Binding

    George Percival & Rigby Graham — The Dryad Press, 1964

YouTube

  • Four Keys Book Arts

    Dennis produces some lovely books and makes some very soothing videos while creating them.

  • Extra Cozy DIY

    Lots of great book customisation videos as well as other stationery content.