Stories - Inside the World of Art, Publishing, and Culture. From street photography to limited editions, these are the stories shaping Soi Books and the ideas driving what we publish.
Building a Stickerbomb Community (For Real This Time)
Stickerbomb is rebuilding its artist community, starting with our new X-TREME Sports open call. Submit your designs by 9 Jan 2026 and be part of the next chapter.
Frankfurt Book Fair 2025: Books as the Spine of a Bigger System
Each October the Messe turns into a temporary city of ideas. Our takeaway from Frankfurt 2025: transmedia is the default. Books are the spine; the ribs are audio, Webtoons, games, podcasts, and rights.
Curating Adventure: The Wilbur Smith Prize 2025 at Foyles
Foyles hosted the 2025 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize, celebrating adventure writing’s legacy and the Prize’s role in keeping the genre alive today.
Starting a Podcast: What We Learned the Hard Way
After two exhausting video episodes, the Art Book Editions Podcast shifted to audio, featuring artists and publishers like Darbotz and Dwayne Fields, with new episodes every two weeks.
France's 2025 Ink Ban Is Bigger Than You Think
France’s 2025 ban on mineral oil inks is transforming printing. This piece explores its impact on small publishers, sustainability, and how we’re adapting behind the scenes.
Why Black-and-White Street Photography Matters in Southeast Asia
In the streets of Southeast Asia, power shows itself in flashes — a glance, a gesture, a shadow on a crumbling wall. Plaza: Southeast Asian Photography captures these moments in stark black and white.
Cimarron: A Collector’s Edition Bound by Ice and Story
A mythical journey of self-discovery — told through the lens of explorer Dwayne Fields, and hand-bound with fabric that survived the Arctic.
Remi Rough x Soi Books: A Limited Edition That Goes Beyond the Book
This isn’t just a book — it’s a collection of 50 original artworks disguised as a publication.
Behind the Scenes: Exploring Bucharest for Tifo’s Revised Edition
Bucharest’s streets tell a story of football passion through layers of fan stickers, each one marking territory, rivalry, and history.
Lessons and Inspiration from the Enterprise Nation Start-Up Show
Spending a Saturday near St. Paul’s in London created the perfect setting for the inspiring Enterprise Nation Start-Up Show.
The Value of Limited Editions in Art Publishing
The Value of Limited Editions in Art Publishing: Why Remi Rough’s Book is a Must-Have.
Behind the Scenes: Exploring Glasgow for Tifo’s Revised Edition
Discover the vibrant world of Glasgow's football fan stickers in this behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Tifo: The Art of Football Fan Stickers revised edition.
Our Primer On Graphic Novels and Making Them
Graphic novels have moved from the fringes of popular culture into well-regarded literary territory, providing creators with an immersive blend of visual artistry and narrative depth. Far more than extended comic books, these book-length works can encompass any genre—from fantasy and mystery to autobiography or historical fiction—offering complete, stand-alone stories. By exploring the unique characteristics and creation process of this medium, we hope to inspire both aspiring creators and curious readers.
From Studio Rarekind to Soi Books: Our Journey from 2008 to 2024
From our early days in Hackney to becoming digital nomads across Southeast Asia, our journey has been one of adaptability and evolution. We started as a creative studio with big dreams—producing cutting-edge films, publishing unique books—and along the way found ourselves managing a global network of clients and offices. Yet, despite the growth and steady work, we drifted from our original vision, turning into a ‘content farm’ that sacrificed artistic integrity for business survival. This is our story: how we got here, what we learned, and why we’re now setting our sights on a new direction with Soi Books.
Hello from Art Jakarta..
Explore highlights from Art Jakarta 2024, Southeast Asia’s largest art fair, as we delve into standout installations and works that challenge perceptions, spark dialogue, and reflect evolving landscapes in contemporary art. From Vertical Submarine’s playful yet thought-provoking ‘Leaving Room’ to bold, large-scale pieces in the ‘Spot’ section, this post uncovers how artists from across the region interpret power, environment, and personal identity.
Brand Licensing Europe 2024: Shaping the Future of Retail and Licensing
Brand Licensing Europe 2024 marked a new era in the retail and licensing sectors, drawing record-breaking crowds and exhibitors to London’s ExCeL. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the event showcased how brand extension is evolving, with major players like Capcom and Sega joining forces alongside ethical organizations such as the London Zoo and the Ashmolean Museum. In an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and innovation, BLE 2024 highlighted the dynamic future of licensing.
Discover Bali's Growing Craft Beer Scene: Top Local Brews You Must Try
Key Takeaways from IPG 2024: How Small Publishers Can Thrive in Today’s Book Market
Football Fan Stickers at Bali United