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Through their many bestselling books, Natalie Goldberg and Julia Cameron have done nothing less than deepen the way millions of us experience the art and practice of writing and creativity. Now with The Writing Life, Cameron and Goldberg join forces for the first time in this revealing dialogue...

The fastest way to succeed as an author is to write more books. How do you do that with a day job, family, school or all your other time commitments? The secret I,s efficiency. 5,000 Words Per Hour will help you maximize your writing time by building effective habits that both measure and increase your writing speed. Create an effective writing habit. Track and improve your WPH.

What if the pursuit of justice requires more than activism? What if it also demands beauty? In a world marked by division and suffering, beauty has the power to heal, and justice becomes most compelling when it is truly beautiful. In Beauty and Justice, justice advocate Haejin Shim Fujimura and...

Brought to you by Penguin. An empowering guide for artists, makers, writers and anyone seeking to live more creatively, with confidence, calm and joy. We all possess creativity, whether it's in the clothes we wear, the way we arrange flowers, or the patterns we choose for our bedroom walls...

What if becoming world-class at anything wasn’t about talent at all, but about following a clear, repeatable system? Most people practice blindly. They grind harder, not smarter. As a result, progress stalls, frustration spikes, and mastery feels out of reach. The Practice Blueprint flips that script.

‘I loved it’ KIT DE WAAL, author of The Best of Everything ‘Generous, intelligent, full of wisdom and insight’ LILY DUNN, author of Sins of My Father * A transformative guide to creative writing and the power of paying attention. The way we use language to tell stories reveals a lot...

From the creator of Dilbert and author of Reframe Your Brain , the bestselling guidebook to spotting and avoiding loserthink is back—with new content to introduce the second edition. loserthink (noun): sneaky mental habits trapping victims in their own bubbles of reality If you’ve been on social media lately, or turned on your TV, you may have noticed a lot of dumb ideas floating around. “We know when history will repeat and when it won’t.” “We can tell the difference between evidence and coincidences.” “The simplest explanation is usually true.” Wrong, wrong, and dangerous!

In this hilarious, candid, and warm debut, Icon for Hire vocalist Ariel Bloomer bares her soul and shares her struggles, coupling accessible autobiography with practical advice and inspiration for navigating the messiest parts of life. From growing up a passionate but troubled spiritual seeker to chasing her rock 'n' roll dreams, Bloomer's journey illustrates the importance of cultivating self-love and the transformational nature of creativity, and how to access the artist inside all of us.

A New Master Class in Imagineering We all have stories to tell in our lives and our work. Whether it’s presenting a vision to stakeholders, or introducing new concepts and tools to co-workers, or explaining products and services to potential customers, we all have situations where we have to tell our audience—whoever that might be—something they need to know. But where can we learn to tell these stories more effectively? Walt Disney World of course!

The more you know yourself, the less you look to others to get an idea your worth. We’re told to chase approval and achievement, but it’s only a matter of time before a crisis takes hold. That’s because deep inside, we know that the only voice that leads to contentment is our own. In The Inner Compass, Lawrence Yeo acts as a personal guide through the labyrinth of your inner world. He’ll start by revealing the source of all psychological tension we feel, and the reasons why we justify this pain.

Harness your mind’s innate tendency to wander, stall, rest, and unfocus and become more productive—in the boardroom, living room, or classroom. Named one of Coastal Living’s Best Books for the Beach This Summer To finish tasks and achieve goals, most people believe that more focus is the...

A guide to reclaim your focus and live with presence through practices that embrace your creativity and inspire you to live with awe It’s no secret that our attention is fractured. We look for distraction anytime we have a spare moment or feel bored or uncomfortable. We yearn to be fully...

The life you want comes from the way you think - you need to learn how to think intentionally. The Art of Intentional Thinking is a guide on transformation. This audiobook takes a deep look into how people tend to think and how exactly they should subtly reframe their thoughts to feel confident, powerful, happy, and in charge of their own life.

This book is duct tape for the mouth of every artist's inner critic. Silencing that stifling voice once and for all, this salve for creatives introduces 10 truths they must face in order to defeat self-doubt. Each encouraging chapter deconstructs a pivotal moment on the path to success - fear of the blank page, the dangers of jealousy, sharing work with others - and explains how to navigate roadblock.

“The Art of You offers great insights and steps on how to cultivate creativity. This is essential reading for anyone looking to share their unique experience, to foster deep connections, and to inspire others.” —Yung Pueblo, #1 New York Times bestselling author From conscious creativity...

Unlock the Power of Art to Transform Your Life Are you searching for a unique way to manage stress, process emotions, or boost your overall well-being? Have you ever wondered how simple acts of creativity could become powerful tools for healing and personal growth? Art therapy offers a revolutionary approach to mental health and self-discovery, combining the expressive power of art with the insights of psychology. Whether you're an artist or have never picked up a paintbrush, this book will show you how to harness your innate creativity for profound healing and transformation.

"James Victore is a dangerous man. His ideas on optimizing your creativity, doing wow work, and building a life that inspires will devastate your limits. And show you how to win. Read this book fast." —Robin Sharma, bestselling author of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari Begin before you're ready...

Have you ever told yourself, “I’m just not creative”? Or perhaps you’re an artist who once burned with passion, only to watch that flame flicker and fade. Too often, we learn that creativity must justify itself—measured by praise, practicality, or perfection. A dismissive teacher, a skeptical loved one, or the weight of self-doubt can slowly turn art into a performance, leaving the joy of creation behind.

Robert Olen Butler, author of Perfume River, A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain, and A Small Hotel, teaches graduate fiction at Florida State University—his version of literary boot camp. In From Where You Dream, Butler reimagines the process of writing as emotional rather than intellectual and tells writers how to achieve the dream space necessary for composing honest, inspired fiction.

A happy, passionate marriage is well on its way — You just have to make these insightful, creative, and essential conversations first!