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The Stories Book

A fine collection of moments in time featuring photographs from Louis Fleckenstein, Paul Strand and Asahachi Kōno.

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About the book

This exquisite compilation showcases a diverse array of photographs that capture the essence of different eras and cultures, reflecting the unique styles and perspectives of each artist. Fleckenstein’s evocative imagery, Strand’s groundbreaking modernist approach, and Kōno’s meticulous documentation of Japanese life come together in a harmonious blend that celebrates the art of photography. Each image in “The Stories Book” is accompanied by insightful commentary, providing historical context and revealing the stories behind the photographs. This collection is not only a visual feast but also a tribute to the power of photography to preserve and narrate the multifaceted experiences of humanity.

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International editions

The Stories Book will be available from these international retailers.

Australia

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Brazil

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Canada

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Japan

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New Zealand

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Switzerland

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United States

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United Kingdom

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Stories Book about?

This exquisite compilation showcases a diverse array of photographs that capture the essence of different eras and cultures, reflecting the unique styles and perspectives of each artist.

How much does The Stories Book cost?

This exquisite compilation showcases a diverse array of photographs that capture the essence of different eras and cultures, reflecting the unique styles and perspectives of each artist.

When will The Stories Book be released?

This exquisite compilation showcases a diverse array of photographs that capture the essence of different eras and cultures, reflecting the unique styles and perspectives of each artist.

Are signed copies available?

This exquisite compilation showcases a diverse array of photographs that capture the essence of different eras and cultures, reflecting the unique styles and perspectives of each artist.

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Cinematic sound for stories Immersion is no longer limited to virtual worlds. We design cinematic audio experiences for vertical series, microdramas, audiobooks, and narrative content.

As entertainment becomes increasingly mobile and headphone-first, we use cinematic sound design and spatial techniques
to create depth, movement, and perspective, bringing listeners closer to the story.

Our goal remains the same: To bring your audience deeper into the story
Binaural mixing helps create a more immersive listening experience
by shaping sound with greater depth, movement, and perspective.

Instead of feeling limited to left and right, voices, environments and
music can feel closer, farther away, or positioned around the listener.

The mix still works beautifully in stereo, while headphones
reveal its full depth, intimacy, and dimension.

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You will need:

• A computer
• USB microphone
• Headphones
• Google Chrome browser
• Internet service

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Find a quiet place at home
with as little echo as possible.

There is no need to worry
about other background noise
as we have the technology
to take care of that.

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MicTap will email you a link
with instructions on how to
set up the Chrome browser
and connect.

No special software is required.

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We'll add all parties to the
session, and the client will
be able to supervise as usual.

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MicTap will be recording
you at broadcast quality.

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Contact us if you would
like help with your setup.

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SOUND PREVIEW

These early examples are not final productions. They are selected to show our approach
to cinematic sound, music, spatial perspective, and emotional storytelling.

For the full experience, we recommend listening on headphones
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You will need:

• A computer
• USB microphone
• Headphones
• Google Chrome browser
• Internet service

3

Find a quiet place at home
with as little echo as possible.

There is no need to worry
about other background noise
as we have the technology
to take care of that.

4

MicTap will email you a link
with instructions on how to
set up the Chrome browser
and connect.

No special software is required.

5

We'll add all parties to the
session, and the client will
be able to supervise as usual.

6

MicTap will be recording
you at broadcast quality.

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Contact us if you would
like help with your setup.

hello@mictap.com

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You will need:

• A computer
• USB microphone
• Headphones
• Google Chrome browser
• Internet service

3

Find a quiet place at home
with as little echo as possible.

There is no need to worry
about other background noise
as we have the technology
to take care of that.

4

MicTap will email you a link
with instructions on how to
set up the Chrome browser
and connect.

No special software is required.

5

We'll add all parties to the
session, and the client will
be able to supervise as usual.

6

MicTap will be recording
you at broadcast quality.

7

Contact us if you would
like help with your setup.

hello@mictap.com

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You will need:

• A computer
• USB microphone
• Headphones
• Google Chrome browser
• Internet service

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Find a quiet place at home
with as little echo as possible.

There is no need to worry
about other background noise
as we have the technology
to take care of that.

4

MicTap will email you a link
with instructions on how to
set up the Chrome browser
and connect.

No special software is required.

5

We'll add all parties to the
session, and the client will
be able to supervise as usual.

6

MicTap will be recording
you at broadcast quality.

7

Contact us if you would
like help with your setup.

hello@mictap.com

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we’re shaping one chapter into a cinematic audio experience.

A Los Angeles–based street artist and author, WRDSMTH
is known for his typewriter-style installations and storytelling
across public spaces.

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You will need:

• A computer
• USB microphone
• Headphones
• Google Chrome browser
• Internet service

3

Find a quiet place at home
with as little echo as possible.

There is no need to worry
about other background noise
as we have the technology
to take care of that.

4

MicTap will email you a link
with instructions on how to
set up the Chrome browser
and connect.

No special software is required.

5

We'll add all parties to the
session, and the client will
be able to supervise as usual.

6

MicTap will be recording
you at broadcast quality.

7

Contact us if you would
like help with your setup.

hello@mictap.com