06 Nov

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A Journey Through Creativity: A Review of The Making of a Story When I first picked up The Making of a Story: A Norton Guide to Creative Writing by Alice LaPlante, I was on a quest for inspiration amidst a whirlwind of blank pages and restless ideas. I had seen it praised by writers I deeply admire, yet the sheer size of the book—over 670 pages—left me both intrigued and slightly intimidated. Could a single volume truly encompass the blossoming but chaotic world of creative writing? Little did I...

20 Sep

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A Honest Glimpse into Art: Reflections on Art Work: On the Creative Life by Sally Mann As someone who often wanders through galleries and appreciates the emotional punch of a photograph, I found myself pleasantly intrigued by Art Work: On the Creative Life by Sally Mann. I'll confess, I wasn't familiar with Mann before diving into this advanced copy, kindly provided by NetGalley and Particular Books, but my curiosity about art—and its often murky relationship with the creative process—propelled me forward into her world. From the outset, Mann captures...

16 Jul

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Finding Focus Amidst the Chaos: A Review of The Listening Path: The Creative Art of Attention I had high hopes for The Listening Path: The Creative Art of Attention by Julia Cameron, especially given how much I cherished The Artist’s Way and Vein of Gold. I’ve been practicing morning pages religiously since 1998, and I always appreciated Cameron's unique ability to tap into the creative spirit. However, as I dove into this latest offering, the experience felt a bit...

27 Jun

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Book Review: The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin From the moment I heard about The Creative Act: A Way of Being, I felt an undeniable pull toward it. It’s not just that it comes from Rick Rubin, the legendary music producer whose work has shaped the sound of modern music; it was the promise of exploring creativity not just as an outcome, but as a way of existing. This resonated deeply with me—because what does it mean to be truly creative in today’s world? In...