Godson Ukaegbu, the author of Fashion A Second Language talks to us about his book, the inspiration, and making it in the fashion industry.
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Books
Fashion A Second Language – An Insider’s Guide into the Inner Workings of the Fashion Industry
Learning the inner workings of fashion and the fashion industry is like learning another language. Fashion A Second Language by Godson Ukaegbu unpacks the nuances enabling you to become fluent in the language of fashion.
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Creative Careers
Using An Internship To Develop Your Creative Career
We are delighted to welcome on board Priscilla Mukiibi who is joining Shoko Press as a Marketing Executive intern for a few months. Priscilla has been using internships to help build her experience and knowledge of various industries with the aim of starting her own creative business. Internships are a great way to get your
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Books
Shoko Press Books Now Available On Amazon Prime USA
For our readers based in the US, we are pleased to announce that Shoko Press books are now available to order through the African Books Collective’s Amazon Prime Channel, meaning local shipping costs and faster shipping times. – The Editorial Team [Image credit: The image shown belongs to Shoko Press. If downloaded and used
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Creative Africa
Ohab TBJ Fashion Illustrations On How Do I Look South Africa
Last year we were contacted by E! Entertainment Africa who, having seen our book Fashion Illustration Africa, were looking to partner with fashion illustrators and feature their work on the set of their new reality show, How Do I Look South Africa.
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Creative Careers
Q&A With Pop Up Africa Founder Jessica Laditan
Global interest in all things Africa continues to grow thanks in part to dedicated exhibitions and events that help to introduce the continent’s diverse offerings to new audiences. In the UK Pop Up Africa is one such series of events, usually comprising a mix of vibrant market and delectable food stalls, and where we had
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Creative Careers
Tips For Creating A Winning Book Proposal And Submitting To Publishers
Whenever we are out and about with our books meeting members of the public one of the top questions we receive is ‘so how do I submit a proposal for my book idea?/how do I get my book published?’. It is said that everyone has a book within them, and for first-timers taking your book
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Creative Careers
5 Things to Know About Becoming A Successful Fashion Illustrator
Fashion illustration as a career option is growing in popularity thanks in part to the images we see being shared on social media, so if you are wondering about how to get started and what it takes to become a successful fashion illustrator we thought who better than to ask than Ohab Tochukwu Bernard Johnbosco
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Shoko Press
Shoko Press Books Available To Order In Kenya At Nuria Bookstore
We are pleased to announce that customers in Kenya can now order our books from Nuria Bookstore. For full order details visit: www.nuria.co.ke – The Editorial Team
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Shoko Press
Shoko Press Holiday Packing Wish List
The holiday season is upon us, at time to rest and relax and spent time with family and friends. Whether you are jet setting or staycationing we hope you will continue to be inspired by all that is around. To kick start your holidays we have selected our favourite must have’s exuding style, and for
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Events
Shoko Press At Africa Utopia Festival 2017
Shoko Press will once again be out and about, this time showcasing our books at Africa Utopia, on London’s Southbank. Africa Utopia is an annual festival that celebrates the contemporary arts and culture of the African continent. Africa Utopia is championed by Senegalese singer and human rights advocate Baaba Maal, and taking place over Saturday, 15th
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Creative Careers
UPDATE: Introducing the Creative Careers Section and Content
PLEASE NOTE: The Creative Careers section has now moved to our sister site The Design Business School where you will find a range of resources, products, and content to help you start and grow your creative career. Shoko Press is about more than just creating books, part of our mission is to share and inspire you, our