We round up the top titles for typophiles and lettering obsessives.

There's nothing quite as satisfying as opening a new book about your favourite discipline. And this is especially true of typography as the medium itself can be as inspiring as the message itself.

There are some brilliant typography-themed blogs on the web, of course. But nothing quite beats having a beautifully produced, physical book in your hand. And each year there are a surprising number of published on the theme of typography. Some are instruction manuals, while others are essays on principles and best-practices, and others still act as a spur for creativity and play.

We've had a snoop around the latest offerings, and have rounded up our favourites so far. There are some real crackers lined up for publication too, so be sure to check back as we'll update this list as new tomes are released!