My Linocut book
In 2020 I was approached by Bloomsbury Publishing and asked if I was interested in writing a book about linocut. After recovering from my initial shock, I agreed and embarked on one of the biggest projects of my life. It took me a year to write, and a year to be edited. The response has been overwhelming and I couldn't be more delighted with the outcome. I've had people send me photos of the book in bookshops and libraries all over the world - from India to Australia. Copies can even be found in the Guggenheim in New York!
This is a photo of me with a copy that I found in the main library in Gothenburg, Sweden. My grin says it all !
Signed copy of my Linocut Book
Pre-order my new book Sketch
My new book Sketch is all about helping you build your drawing confidence and enjoy the process of keeping a sketchbook.
It’s not a “how to draw” book — it’s full of projects, prompts, encouragement and inspiration to help you find your own way of making marks.
You can pre-order Sketch now via my publisher Bloomsbury, click the button below. It’s also available from Waterstones, Blackwell’s, Amazon, and through your favourite local bookshop.
The book will be released on 22nd January 2026.
Reviews of book
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This is such a comprehensive and helpful book for those starting linocut, had some experience with it, or just those wanting some creative prompts and ideas for projects. Sam has such a friendly supportive and nurturing voice that really comes through in this book, it really makes you feel like you can give it a go and have lots of fun doing so. I love the project ideas incorporating prints and inspiration into your everyday life and the encouragement to start with drawing - I can't wait for my next trip away, I'm definitely going to do the 'A Weekend Away' project. Highly highly recommended, best book on linocut I've read - (pretty sure I've read them all)!
Grace Edkins
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This is a beautiful and instructive book made by an artist truly dedicated to their craft: Sam Marshall is a teacher and artist of long standing whose passion for printing and for supporting other artists shines through. The layout has a lovely clean aesthetic, the how-to steps are clear and enlightening and the call for all to honour their own creativity is inspiring. A warm and welcoming introduction to linocut and a must-have for anyone interested in the practice.
Susanna Gourley
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This book is not only a beautiful, practical guide to the linocut process, but a testament to Sam Marshall’s genuine passion for her craft and her desire to share it with others. The final chapter’s insistence that we all call ourselves artists is a great example of Sam’s generosity and charm. I am excited to work through the 18 step-by-step projects and have already taken away loads of amazing tips. The interviews with other printmakers were a nice surprise and I’m enjoying curling up with a cup of tea and reading those in the evenings. It’s the perfect companion.
Laura Brink
'SKETCH' my forthcoming drawing book
I am currently writing amy second book about drawing. It will be called 'SKETCH' and published by Bloomsbury in January 2026.
It won't be a 'how to draw' book, there are plenty of those on the market already - I don't want you to draw like me, I want you to draw like you!
It will be a motivational book to get you started drawing, with the projects building in complexity as your drawing confidence grows.
I have enlisted 12 of my students- including my Mum - to do the projects in the book - so not only will you see my interpretation of the exercises, you will see theirs too. Thus proving there are many ways to draw. I can't wait to share the book with you.