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Ten short rules for being creative by borrowing from others
2012Fast paceLight
What it is about
Austin Kleon says that nothing is entirely original and that artists should collect influences and remix them. He offers ten rules illustrated with simple drawings. The book is short and made to be read in one sitting.
Who will enjoy it
Artists and writers.
What you will get
It can be finished in an hour.
Steal Like an Artist Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Self-help · Creativity · Influence · Rules
Length
160 pages · ≈ 5 h
More about this book
Characters
Austin Kleon.
Setting
The artist’s desk.
What makes it different
A tiny illustrated book that encourages creative borrowing.
Feel
Playful, short and encouraging.
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