• Publishing myths and truths for bloggers is a great read if you’re curious about all the book deal chatter out there.

• I really want a copy of the Print Handbook Booklet. I agree with FPO’s statement that “There is somewhat of a mystique about printing techniques that all designers must wade through. There’s always a learning curve and often times several games of trial and error. Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a reference to minimize the quirks associated with printing?” The Media Collective really dug in and covered it all.

• Frank Chimero on #winning. Really, who’s doing all the winning anyway? What exactly does it mean?

• More gorgeous Iceland photos from Kris Atomic.

• Have you seen Karl Lagerfeld’s new Diet Coke Campaign? You can’t go wrong with pink & black, a handful of models and graphic patterns thrown in for good measure!

• Jay-Z interviews Gwyneth Paltrow. For reals.

• Elsie of A Beautiful Mess just produced an E-Course about making your dream job a reality. How cool!

• Luxirare just keeps putting out the coolest objects of desire. Her Changeability post is super inspiring.

• I love the design and identity of Mexican coffee shop Cielito Querido Café.

• Photographer Rania Matar takes photos of teenage girls in their bedrooms in both the U.S. and Middle East.

• Head on over to Already Pretty for Shoe Care Made Simple.