I'm a research freak and when I started on my scrapbook journey, I purchased everything and anything I could find to help me understand the craft better and execute layouts that would be heritage-worthy. A while back I purged my stash of scrapbook inspiration and many books that inspired me are now inspiring others.
I kept a few.
One go-to favourite is:
and you can buy it! Not only that, but you can buy it directly from the writer!
Elizabeth has the rights to her book* and now you can get your own copy! Go quick, quantities are limited. My copy is dog-eared and well loved. I'm sure if you got yourself a copy it would be equally worn and full of inspiration.
* I stand corrected in comments (sorry Elizabeth!!) and now I want to sell all the inventory she has on hand! GO get your copy now :)