This introduction to a new craft combines classic bookmaking techniques with contemporary methods to present exciting and innovative approaches to a time-honored skill. By following clear instructions, readers can learn how to make handsome books and bindings for holding photos, artwork, personal notes, or the printed word. After reviewing traditional materials and techniques such as concertina folds and Japanese stitching, the author offers ten projects that include both popular bookbinding styles and unusual forms such as a star-shaped cover.