Chris Robinson, Unsung Heroes of Animation, John Libbey Publishing, 2006
A collection of texts about several notable international independent animators.
Chris Robinson, Canadian Animation: Looking for a Place to Happen, John Libbey Publishing, 2008
In attempt to show that Canadian animation goes beyond the National Film Board of Canada and industry work, this book explores the many overlooked independent animators spread across the Canadian landscape
Chris Robinson, Japanese Animation: Time out of Mind, John Libbey Publishing, 2010
Written almost as a novel, this book is decidedly surreal and unique portrait of independent animators in Japan.
Chris Robinson, Animators Unearthed, Continuum Publishing, 2010
An informal sequel to Unsung Heroes of Animation that focuses on a number of independent animators not covered in the first book. Was originally intended as an introduction for general readers.
Chris Robinson, The Animation Pimp, AWN Press, 2007
A collection of Robinson’s infamous Animation Pimp columns which fused philosophy, autography and biting satire as he examined many facets of world animation.
Chris Robinson, Ballad of a Thin Man: In Search of Ryan Larkin, AWN Press, 2008
Fusing memoir and biography, this book explores the complex life of animation Oscar nominee and NFB superstar Ryan Larkin whose life was derailed by addiction.
Chris Gehman/Steve Reinke, The Sharpest Point, YYZ Books, 2005
Unique collection of texts about independent animation artists who use animation in an variety of contexts (web, tv, galleries, installations).
Jayne Pilling, A Reader in Animation Studies, John Libbey Publishing, 1998
Unique and pioneering academic take on all types of animation.
Paul Wells, Understanding Animation, Routledge, 1998
Historical/theoretical take on wide range of animation. Wells writes with humour and a shitload of passion.
Historical overview of the rich Estonian animation scene. Covers their earliest works up until the early 21st century. Informative, funny, subjective.