Technical Note: How to create a 3D book icon

This post gives the link to a tutorial for how to create a 3D vector book icon. I have not tried it yet. One of my books in the header (Biography of the Early Malay Doctors, image at top right and below) was probably created in this way. Vector programs give clear icons, whether big or small. The image re-sizing function will not affect image quality.

There are other programs which can be used to create 3D objects such as Aldus Freehand and Photoshop. These are "heavy" programs and too much hassle for the average person to use occasionally. They are however, a "must have" and "must know" for those who wish to become professional icon designers or graphic artists. Will be good as a hobby too.

GoMediaZine - How to create a 3D vector book icon
http://www.gomediazine.com/tutorials/create-a-3d-vector-book-icon

Vector Tutor Plus - How to create a 3D vector book icon
http://vector.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-make-a-book-icon/

Photoshop - How to create a 3D book icon
http://naldzgraphics.net/tutorials/how-to-make-icons/

2D cover image

3D book icon (PNG) - book lying flat

3D book icon (PNG) - book in upright position