In 2012, BKD revamped this book, giving it a complete redesign and updating the content extensively. The final product was an 84-page book distributed to every member of the firm. It was a significant project, though I wasn't involved in the initial redesign. However, after completing my BKDLife iPad project, this book seemed like a perfect fit for my next challenge with iBooks Author.

I started by gathering the final InDesign files and began breaking them down into manageable components. I categorized the text into different sections: copy, quotes, and lists. While the original printed book used a few images, I aimed to include more, and fortunately, BKD had a vast stock photography library.

Once I had all the pieces in place, I paused to learn more about iBooks Author through courses on Lynda.com. Transitioning from Adobe software to this new program was like learning a completely different language, especially with my background in Adobe products. But once I completed the courses, I was ready to dive into the project. 

I wanted to make this digital book my own, not just a simple copy of the printed version. I decided to use popups for all the margin text, using icons from an internal campaign that recognized employees for outstanding client service, which is the book's theme. Additionally, all the mentioned books were linked to Amazon for instant purchase. Unlike a DPS app, the text in this iBook was live and fully searchable.

Working on this project was a learning experience, and there were moments when I wanted to give up or switch to a different platform. Despite the challenges, I completed it without cutting corners. The feedback from my colleagues was overwhelmingly positive. Please take a moment to watch the video below—it provides a quick overview of the project without revealing any proprietary information. I'd love to hear what you think.