Transform your data stories with storytelling with data: before and after—coming September 2025

If you're someone who ever has to communicate with data and not sure where to start, you might like to check out this book. I am someone who likes structured guidance when it comes to what works and what doesn't, and this book allows me to see many examples of good visualizations. So it is my pleasure that I got to know about the launch of storytelling with data: before & after, the newest addition to the SWD library!

Written by internationally recognized data storytellers Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, Mike Cisneros, and Alex Velez, this robust guide brings you practical lessons for improving your communications, delivered in the visual-makeover teaching style beloved by thousands of storytelling with data workshop attendees.

Through 20 real-world examples, before & after reveals the reasoning, strategies, and techniques behind each transformation—so readers can create impactful data stories with confidence.

About storytelling with data: before and after

• 20 powerful before-and-after makeovers of visual communications from leading companies

• Blueprints for turning graphs into persuasive, decision-driving stories

• Step-by-step thought processes from Cole, Mike, and Alex

• Practical strategies for transforming dashboards, emails, infographics, charts, and presentations

• Expands on principles from the international bestsellers storytelling with data and storytelling with you

• Builds confidence in communicating with data, regardless of experience level

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About the authors

• Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic is the founder and CEO of storytelling with data, author of four bestselling books, and a sought-after keynote speaker known for her clarity, humor, and practical approach.

• Mike Cisneros is an award-winning data storyteller, podcast host, author, and public speaker with more than 25 years of experience helping people communicate effectively with data.

• Alex Velez draws on her prior experience in finance, insurance, and pharma to help professionals craft data stories that connect and drive action, blending technical expertise with communications savvy.

If you would like to preorder the book or request a free sample of the book featuring three chapters, you can do that here: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/books.