
Tom May
Tom May is an award-winning journalist and author specialising in design, photography and technology. His latest book, The 50th Greatest Designers, was released in June 2025. He's also author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity, published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine.
Latest articles by Tom May

The best free sans serif fonts
By Jim McCauley last updated
Update your font library with the best free sans serifs.

How to use a monitor with the laptop closed
By Tom May published
Our quick guide will get you set up in moments.

The best drawing app for Android: draw like a pro on your Android phone or tablet
By Tom May last updated
Create great digital art, with the best drawing app for Android.

The best typography of the 1980s, as chosen by design experts
By Tom May published
Discover how the 1980s transformed typography

Work healthier with the best standing desk converter
By Beren Neale last updated
Improve your productivity and health with one of the best standing desk converters.

The most powerful laptops
By Matt Hanson last updated
Power to the people Ideal for heavyweight tasks, these are the most powerful laptops.

The best 2-in-1 laptops for creatives
By Matt Hanson last updated
Switch between tablet and laptop, with the best 2-in-1 laptops.

The best typography of the 1990s, according to type experts
By Tom May published
From FF Blur to Comic Sans, these fonts defined the 90s.

The beginner's guide to flat design
By Tom May last updated
We explore the continuing trend for flat design.

Mac vs Windows: which should creatives choose?
By Tom May published
Versus Follow our advice to make the right decision.

The best laptop brands for creative workflows
By Tom May published
What are the best laptop brands and how do they differ?

The 17 best typography tutorials
By Tom May last updated
Boost your skills with the best typography tutorials, all free.

The best places to sell design online
By Joe Foley last updated
Make extra cash by using the best places to sell design online.

The 10 best gaming fonts
By Tom May published
Level up your typography with the 10 best game fonts.

The best sewing machines for beginners
By Michelle Rowley last updated
Our experts select the best sewing machines for beginners.

The future of typography – the pros share their predictions
By Tom May published
Our experts discuss where typography is heading in the AI era.

6 key skills typographers need to develop in the age of AI – we asked the experts
By Tom May published
Our experts identify how humans can survive the age of machines.

How AI is changing typography, according to industry pros
By Tom May published
Our experts reveal what AI offers designers working with type.

The best iPad cases to protect your tablet
By Joe Foley last updated
Discover the best iPad cases for every use and budget.

The best logos of the 1990s – as picked by experts
By Tom May last updated
Of their time, yet timeless, we list the best logos of the 1990s.

The best laptop for interior design
By Matt Hanson last updated
Transform your home with the best laptop for interior design.

What is an AI laptop? – NPUs, Nvidia RTX and AMD RX explained
By Tom May last updated
Everything you need to know about AI laptops and whether you need one.

The best AI laptops
By Tom May last updated
We've selected the best AI laptops that allow creatives to get the most from NPU-accelerated software.
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