# Graphic Design Fallacy Books Craig Ward Details Popular Lies About Graphic Design in His New Book By Jonathon Brown | Published 2013-02-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popular-lies-about-graphic-design References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Popular-Lies-About-Graphic-Design/5582279) & [wordsarepictures](http://www.wordsarepictures.co.uk) With Popular Lies About Graphic Design, young designers can read Craig Ward's opinions on a variety of misconceptions and common practices to better their craft. Popular Lies About Graphic Design is a book that not only discusses myths about design work, but also presents its information in [visually appealing ways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/really-really-good-design). This makes sense, since it would be disappointing to pick up a [book about graphic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-of-birkenstock) that didn't employ any graphic design at all. Ward's dynamic page designs illustrate each of his points as his persuasive essays progress. Some of the lies Ward identifies in his book include: nothing is original, cosmic sans is the worst typeface ever created, legibility and readability are basically the same and a good idea doesn't require a budget. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Visual Myth-busting:** Creating visually compelling ways to identify and debunk myths in various industries. - **Dynamic Page Layouts:** Incorporating engaging designs to enhance written content and reinforce its message effectively. - **Persuasive Essays as Communications:** Utilizing written content to sway opinions and foster positive change within industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Marketing:** Developing compelling visuals to create persuasive content and enhance user engagement in marketing campaigns. - **Publishing:** Incorporating dynamic page layouts and visually appealing content to enhance readership and increase book sales. - **Education:** Creating persuasive essays and dynamic visuals to debunk common myths and influence greater understanding in educational contexts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [10-Pound Monumental Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagram-living-by-design.md) - [Smartphone App Iconography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ios-app-icon-book.md) - [AI Design-Philosophy Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambient-agents-meltface-typeface.md) - [Toddler-Focused Typography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-first-book-of-fancy-letters.md) - [Thought-Provoking Design Publications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dialogues-on-form.md) - [Product Design Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-product-design-book.md) - [Design Journey Picture Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thedownunder.md) - [Celebratory Odd Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridiculous-design.md) - [Beautiful Automotive Design Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benecict-redrove-auto-photo-manual.md)