When something makes you want to do something and when something gives you an idea about what to create, this is inspiration. Writers need inspiration. Clever ideas create sparks in a writer's mind along with feelings of emotion.
And this book does just that.
BIG MAGIC: CREATIVE LIVING BEYOND FEAR
by Elizabeth Gilbert
Riverhead Books
2016
The instant #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestseller
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| BIG MAGIC: CREATIVE LIVING BEYOND FEAR by Elizabeth Gilbert |
In BIG MAGIC: CREATIVE LIVING BEYOND FEAR, Elizabeth Gilbert "digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective on creativity, offering potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration".
Inspiration is needed to be a writer. This book is inspiring.
Elizabeth Gilbert writes about the mysterious nature of inspiration. She offers attitudes, habits, and ideas for living a creative life. She encourages creatives to look within for the strange jewels.
The book is divided into six sections and includes:
Part I Courage
Part II Enchantment
Part III Permission
Part IV Persistence
Part V Trust
Part VI Divinity
Enjoy listening to the first chapter, Hidden Treasure pages 3-7 of Part I, Courage.
And if you want more, here's more to read as a pdf.
Discover what you were meant to do. Hope you feel curious, encouraged, and most of all inspired to live a creative life.
Writers will find inspiration in this book, too.
THE MAGIC WORDS: WRITING GREAT BOOKS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS
by Cheryl B. Klein
2016
W. W. Norton & Company
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| THE MAGIC WORDS: WRITING GREAT BOOKS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS by Cheryl B. Klein |
"Insightful, enlightening, and practical, The Magic Words is a book that belongs on every writer's shelf. Loaded with concrete examples and specific strategies, it's likely to end up dog-eared and well worn--that favorite book on craft that writers revisit again and again with each new project."
Kate Messner, author
Do you note my many Post-its?
It's like a master class inside a book. It's like a handbook with useful tools for writing children's and YA fiction.
The author guides writers on a practical writing journey from writing principles, crafting a strong story, and publishing.
Take a few moments to check out her excellent web site, blog, and many resources. You'll note additional book titles Cheryl authored along with two picture books.
WINGS made its debut in March 2019 and is illustrated by Caldecott winner, Tomie de Paola. Read more about this book in a dual interview with Cheryl and Tomie. The book is written with one dozen rhyming words: wings, clings, flings, stings, wrings, dings, things, brings, springs, sings, rings, and zings.
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| WINGS by Cheryl B. Klein Illustrated by Tomie de Paola |
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| THUNDER TRUCKS by Cheryl Klein & Katy Beebe Illustrated by Mike Boldt |
"If you have a writer friend whose strengths complement yours,
AND you can manage your respective writerly egos,
consider drafting a book together to use both of your types of genius."
~Cheryl Klein
AND you can manage your respective writerly egos,
consider drafting a book together to use both of your types of genius."
~Cheryl Klein
The idea is something to consider. Just ask fellow GROGgers Christy Mihaly and Sue Heavenrich. Together they wrote and co-authored DIET FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE: FOOD FOR THOUGHT.
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| DIET FOR A CHANGING CLIAMTE FOOD FOR THOUGHT by Christy Mihaly and Sue Heavenrich |
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| Read, write, and create Every day |
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From the desk of Sherri Jones Rivers:
Jillanne Hoffman
is the winner of:
NO BEARS ALLOWED
By Lydia Lukidis
Illustrated by Tara J. Hannon
From the desk of Kathy Halsey:
Whispering Pines' Writing Retreat
A Working Retreat
October 25-27, 2019
For more information click here and on the New England SCBWI site.
Suzy, I have read these books and my copys look like yours - notes everywhere. Excellent reviews and suggestions.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathy.
DeleteGreat suggestions!!
ReplyDeleteYour comment is appreciated, Lydia.
DeleteSuzy
Now I really want to get a hold of both of these books, Suzy! It’s easy to lose inspiration when you’re busy with work, home, and just life in general. Thanks for the much-needed reminder!
ReplyDeleteDo hope you can request these books from your library system or better yet purchase them.
DeleteHappy reading. Happy writing. Happy life.
Suzy
I love "Magic Words" - and I think my copy has as many post-it notes as yours! It's like a class in a book. Haven't read Big Magic yet... And thanks for mentioning Diet for a Changing Climate!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear you've read MAGIC WORDS, Sue. Post-It notes and highlighters are such great tools.
DeleteIt is my pleasure to include DIET FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE.
Sue
I'm a big fan of Elizabeth Gilbert--and loved Big Magic. To add to your list, Writing Picture Books: A Hands-on Guide from Story Creation to Publication by Ann Whitford Paul is a extremely helpful resource.
ReplyDeleteGreat to know you enjoy reading books authored by Elizabeth Gilbert, Leanne.
DeleteFor sure . . . Ann Whitford Paul wrote an excellent book on the craft of writing. I must put my hands on her revised and expanded version. She's written some fun picture books, too.
Suzy
I just borrowed Big Magic from the library and I want a copy for my very own. It was wonderful, thanks for adding it to this great collection.
ReplyDeleteThese two books were requested from the library, Leslie. I, too, would love to purchase and add to my book shelf.
DeleteHappy reading, writing, and snapping beautiful photos.
Woohoo! SO excited to be a winner winner of No Bears Allowed! Thank you! And as for the rest of these stellar books, well, I've got The Magic Words and refer to it often. I haven't taken the plunge into Big Magic, yet. So many books......
ReplyDeleteHip, hip, hooray for you, Jilanne!
DeleteI agree. There are so many great reads.
Suzy
Thank you, Suzy, for sharing these books! Feeling the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure, Cute Charlotte.
DeleteInspiration + writing = a manuscript.
Great post, Suzy. I did a 12 x 12 book study with Michelle Cusolito on Big Magic and it was quite inspiring. I also have Anne Whitford Paul's book, but I am trying to do the exercises, so I am moving slowly. I also have The Magic Words, but haven't dived into that one yet. This is a great discussion starter on books about the writing craft.
ReplyDeleteDo hope you'll grow and learn as a writer, just as I did after reading these books filled with inspiration, Sherri.
DeleteWonderful suggestions - thank you. I'll have my post-its ready.
ReplyDeleteWings looks intriguing.
You are welcome, Claire. Thank you for your comment.
DeleteBe ready to use several Post-Its!
Suzy
I enjoyed this selection. I, especially, look forward to Cheryl's book WINGS. I hadn't heard of it before. I have one of her other writing books. Thanks, Suzy!
ReplyDeleteYou are sure to like WINGS by Cheryl Klein; illustrated by Tomie de Paola, Tina.
DeleteI love every juicy wonderful thing about this creative blog, Suzy!
ReplyDeleteRunning away to go C R E A T E!!!
More appreciations.
Thank you, Jan. Hope you are enjoying your creative projects this summer.
DeleteThanks for the great ideas, and the shout-out, Suzy!! I'm back from vacation and ready to roll!
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure to reference DIET FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE: FOOD FOR THOUGHT, Christy.
DeleteI'm quite certain you and your family created many memories together.