A thrilling, witty deep dive into the world of fonts—the designs that changed history, crashed systems, and shaped the way we think and vote.
Every letter has a past—and sometimes, a criminal record. Type Offenders uncovers the wild, surprising, and often disastrous stories behind the world’s most powerful typefaces: the fonts that started lawsuits, changed elections, crashed systems, and even saved lives.
From the misprinted ballots of Florida’s 2000 election to billion-dollar software bugs caused by invisible characters, typography has never been as innocent as it looks. Type Offenders blends design history, politics, and technology into a sharp, fast-paced narrative that reveals how the shapes of our letters have quietly shaped the course of civilization.
Mia Harrington
Mia Harrington is an English-language author who writes about emotional well-being, self-discovery, and modern relationships. Her books combine reflective storytelling with thoughtful insights into personal growth, resilience, and navigating life’s transitions with greater clarity and balance. Her writing style is warm, approachable, and emotionally insightful, inviting readers to reconnect with themselves in a more mindful and compassionate way.
typography history graphic design culture communication design