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Book Event Video – EXERCISE OF POWER by Former Secretary of Defense, Robert M. Gates

In his newest book, Exercise of Power: American Failures, Successes, and a New Path Forward in the Post-Cold War World (Knopf), former Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates provides a candid, sweeping examination of power in all its manifestations, and how it has been exercised, effectively or poorly, by American presidents in the post-Cold War world. Since the end of the Cold War, the global perception of the United States has progressively morphed from dominant international leader to disorganized entity, […]

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Jim Carrey ‘s New Book, “Memoirs and Misinformation”, Appears on The Graham Norton Show

Jim Carrey was on the Graham Norton Show (BBC America) where he talked about his new book, “Memoirs and Misinformation: A Novel”. Now, the cool thing, is that they show the cover of the book on screen really big & Jim shares a very interesting story about the image used for the cover. As a side note, this book & it’s cover were designed by Chip Kidd. ( The book is being published by Knopf, a Division of Penguin Random […]

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Audiobook Preview: MEMOIRS AND MISINFORMATION by Jim Carrey and Dana Vachon, Read by Jeff Daniels

Knopf (a Division of Penguin Random House) has finally released an Audiobook of “MEMOIRS AND MISINFORMATION” by Jim Carrey and Dana Vachon and the ultra-cool thing is that they got it read by Jeff Daniels! (Cover designed by Chip Kidd). Yes, Jim Carrey & Jeff Daniels (Dumb & Dumber Movies) have teamed-up again! Well, sort of. Jeff Daniels was hired to read Jim Carrey’s new book in audio form and he ended up doing an amazing job! Don’t believe us? […]

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Author Lawrence Wright on ‘eerie parallels’ Between the Pandemic and his New Novel, “The End of October”

Amid a global pandemic comes a novel about a global pandemic. Lawrence Wright wrote “The End of October” before the new coronavirus was discovered in China, but some of its chapters feel ripped from today’s headlines. In the video down below, Wright joins Jeffrey Brown to discuss returning to fiction after years in journalism and what inspired his prescient story. Little Side Note: This book was published by Knopf (In Stores Now!), & Chip Kidd designed the Cover! This is […]

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Video: Politics and Prose Bookstore Interviews Lawrence Wright, Author of “The End of October” (Knopf)

The POLITICS AND PROSE Bookstore has an amazing online source for sharing Interviews, Lectures & Book Openings on YouTube. In the video down below you can check out Jane Mayer’s interview with Lawrence Wright (author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning “The Looming Towers “) where they discuss his latest book, “The End of October” (Knopf, Book Cover designed by Chip Kidd). About the Book: “The action begins at an internment camp in Indonesia, where Dr. Henry Parsons has been sent by […]

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Jim Carrey’s New Book ‘Memoirs and Misinformation’ Pushed to July Release

Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic, Alfred A. Knopf has decided to delay publication of a new book co-written by Jim Carrey. The Actor’s latest book, “Memoirs and Misinformation: A Novel”, co-written with Dana Vachon, is now set to be published on July 7th, 2020. The book (Cover designed by Chip Kidd) was originally set to be published on May 5th. The book’s tentative publication date is now July 7th. ————————————————————————————————————

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ROWING BLAZERS Interview with Book Designer & Fashion Icon, Chip Kidd

“Fashion Icon”, Ha Ha! Recently, over at the Always Amazing ROWING BLAZERS Website, they did a profile story on Chip Kidd. Yeah, they even did an extensive interview which you can READ HERE. The basic premise of the article is a short history of Chip’s Life & Career. Plus, there’s a ton of really nice photos so please be sure to check it out! ————————————————————————————————————

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VIDEO – CHIP KIDD’S Book Jacket Design for Haruki Murakami’s KILLING COMMENDATORE

Down below is a wonderfully done YouTube Video showcasing the design of the Book Jacket and Case for “Killing Commendatore”, the latest Novel by Haruki Murakami, published by Knopf on October 9th, 2018. Chip Kidd was the Lead Designer & Art Director for the “look of the book”. To Learn More and Purchase Your Copy, Just CLICK HERE! ————————————————————————————————————

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VIDEO – INSIGHTS DESIGN LECTURE SERIES: CHIP KIDD Walker Art Center 3/28/2006

Here is a VIDEO of the lecture given by Chip Kidd at the INSIGHTS DESIGN LECTURE SERIES. This was filmed at The Walker Art Center on 3/28/2009. The Walker Art Center is a catalyst for the creative expression of artists and the active engagement of audiences. Focusing on the visual, performing, and media arts of our time, the Walker takes a global, multidisciplinary, and diverse approach to the creation, presentation, interpretation, collection, and preservation of art. Walker […]

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POPMATTERS Book Review – Chip Kidd: Book Two

We want to thank everyone over at the POPMATTERS website, especially J. M. Suarez, for doing such a wonderful job on their Book Review for “CHIP KIDD: BOOK TWO”. It was very well thought out, very clear & precise, plus…. We think they liked it, ha! Thanks J.M. Everybody please check it out, here’s a LINK! ————————————————————————————————————

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