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Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel Les Misérables is a sprawling 1500-page tale of tragedy, strife and redemption. This novel, initially scorned by French critics as immoral, overly sentimental and traitorous to the regime, is now considered one of the greatest literary works of...
Ludwig van Beethoven’s (1770–1827) works are defined by incredible intellectual depth and honesty. His musical expressions of heroism and struggle mirror his personal tragedies, including the loss of his hearing and a tumultuous family life. This year, we're celebrating what...
This intricate and delicate foliage pattern seen on our Wildwood journal evokes a walk in a sun-dappled woodland. The original work was crafted for a 17th-century binding of the Passion Series, created in 1521 by the great Renaissance engraver...
Every Paperblanks® book is inspired by world art and culture, by traditional craft and practice, and by visionaries, rebels and artists across the ages. Behind the Cover is a blog series about the origins of our designs. The gold-tooled red...
Have you ever been struck by inspiration and found yourself without a pen to jot it down? Or have you found yourself spending ages in the frustrating search for a pen at the bottom of your bag? Our new pen...
We're pleased to spotlight 3 new premium collections of writing journals from Paperblanks. All books in these collections feature: Intricate, elegant cover designs Ornamental edging Metal clasps Smythe sewn binding Ribbon markers Momento pouches As well, each design in these collections is available in a variety...
Keeping a dayplanner is an important part of staying on top of your to-do lists and appointments, but we know that not everyone's life falls neatly into a twelve-month cycle. It's for this reason that our line of Dayplanners...
As the old saying goes: accessories make everything better. So, whether you’re looking to get more creative with your journal pages, keep your place or take your kit on the go, our latest accessory releases have you covered. We’re excited to...
It seems as though a lot of things get credited undeservedly as being “the backbone of our society,” but in the case of corrugated cardboard that superlative statement may actually be the truth! From sturdy boxes used to ship...
Grain direction is an essential aspect of producing a well-crafted book. It may seem like a small detail, yet it makes a crucial impact on the long-term lifespan of a book.