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Some children notice that a house is being built around their favorite tree in the neighborhood. They are amazed at the beautiful designs and colorful structure of the building, but they worry that their tree might have been cut down. Then they meet the architect, and find out what really happened to their beloved tree.
This book was okay. I didn't like the art style, and the story was weird. It all seems so chaotic. It takes an effort to read and understand what is happening in the pictures. It reminds me of 'Alice in Wonderland' when things don't make any sense in the narrative. Some people like that free and wild style, but it makes me nervous. This book literally made me nervous because it's so topsy-turvy and nonsensical.
If you like weird art and eccentric stories, then you would probably enjoy this. I like it when things make sense and follow clear rules. The text itself follows a fairly reasonable storyline, but the artwork is like some insane dream sequence.
I think it takes a special kind of dreamer to enjoy this style. I dream of neat and orderly lines. To me, neat and orderly is beautiful. It seems that to the creators of this book, neat and orderly is the enemy. It's not bad or wrong; it's just not something I enjoy.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
This book was okay. I didn't like the art style, and the story was weird. It all seems so chaotic. It takes an effort to read and understand what is happening in the pictures. It reminds me of 'Alice in Wonderland' when things don't make any sense in the narrative. Some people like that free and wild style, but it makes me nervous. This book literally made me nervous because it's so topsy-turvy and nonsensical.
If you like weird art and eccentric stories, then you would probably enjoy this. I like it when things make sense and follow clear rules. The text itself follows a fairly reasonable storyline, but the artwork is like some insane dream sequence.
I think it takes a special kind of dreamer to enjoy this style. I dream of neat and orderly lines. To me, neat and orderly is beautiful. It seems that to the creators of this book, neat and orderly is the enemy. It's not bad or wrong; it's just not something I enjoy.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
Young Jeanne travels to Paris with her mother, hoping to be accepted into the opera ballet. She works very hard to pass the entrance exam, and then spends her days in endless dance classes and rehearsals. When a painter asks Jeanne to model for a sculpture, she is eager to earn some extra money for her mother.
I love the Impressionist art that honors Degas' style. The blurry lines and smudges of paint are full of meaning. Each page is awash with color and motion. The design of each scene is enchanting, and each dancer is elegant and graceful.
I like that Jeanne does not have a fairy-tale life. Her mother works in the laundry, and Jeanne only earns two francs per day working in the ballet. Her feet hurt, her back hurts, and she is exhausted by all the hard work. But she keeps dancing. She dreams of learning the piano, but there is no extra money for music lessons.
The story is well-written, and I enjoyed the character arc for Jeanne. I think there might be some aspects in the writing that are lost in translation a little bit. As charming as the writing is, I feel like I'm missing something. It's probably more whimsical and lovely in the original French.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
I love the Impressionist art that honors Degas' style. The blurry lines and smudges of paint are full of meaning. Each page is awash with color and motion. The design of each scene is enchanting, and each dancer is elegant and graceful.
I like that Jeanne does not have a fairy-tale life. Her mother works in the laundry, and Jeanne only earns two francs per day working in the ballet. Her feet hurt, her back hurts, and she is exhausted by all the hard work. But she keeps dancing. She dreams of learning the piano, but there is no extra money for music lessons.
The story is well-written, and I enjoyed the character arc for Jeanne. I think there might be some aspects in the writing that are lost in translation a little bit. As charming as the writing is, I feel like I'm missing something. It's probably more whimsical and lovely in the original French.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
This book lists dozens of uses for aloe vera for health remedies, mental wellness, beauty products, acne cream, cleaning products, and even bug spray. The sections include Health, Wellness, Beauty, Plants, and Home.
There are recipes and advice for using aloe gel, aloe water, the latex in aloe plants, and even a powdered aloe. It can be applied topically or taken internally for different uses.
I am very impressed with all the different things aloe can do! I had no idea it was so versatile and effective. The uses include things like getting rid of warts, dandruff, earaches, eczema, and cold sores. It helps to lower symptoms of the flu, shingles, arthritis, ulcers, and may even help to control diabetes. It can be used in hair conditioner, aftershave, hand sanitizer, deodorant, and eye lotion to repair the skin. And the aloe plant can be used for mosquito control, household cleaners, as an air purifier, and even to get rid of termites.
My one complaint is that some of the uses for aloe are not yet verified through testing. There are tests that have been done on mice that suggest that aloe can deter cancerous cells from forming, but further testing would need to be done. Another one says that there is some evidence that aloe vera may protect against radioactivity. There were several of the "uses" that are still in a testing phase, and there is not a lot of information about how that particular application would affect humans. It makes sense that there are no suggested recipes or clear instructions for those. I feel like it would have been better if those had been placed in a separate section instead of with the other verified and more standard uses. There could have been a section for "possible future uses of aloe", and I think it would have been better organized and more clear.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
There are recipes and advice for using aloe gel, aloe water, the latex in aloe plants, and even a powdered aloe. It can be applied topically or taken internally for different uses.
I am very impressed with all the different things aloe can do! I had no idea it was so versatile and effective. The uses include things like getting rid of warts, dandruff, earaches, eczema, and cold sores. It helps to lower symptoms of the flu, shingles, arthritis, ulcers, and may even help to control diabetes. It can be used in hair conditioner, aftershave, hand sanitizer, deodorant, and eye lotion to repair the skin. And the aloe plant can be used for mosquito control, household cleaners, as an air purifier, and even to get rid of termites.
My one complaint is that some of the uses for aloe are not yet verified through testing. There are tests that have been done on mice that suggest that aloe can deter cancerous cells from forming, but further testing would need to be done. Another one says that there is some evidence that aloe vera may protect against radioactivity. There were several of the "uses" that are still in a testing phase, and there is not a lot of information about how that particular application would affect humans. It makes sense that there are no suggested recipes or clear instructions for those. I feel like it would have been better if those had been placed in a separate section instead of with the other verified and more standard uses. There could have been a section for "possible future uses of aloe", and I think it would have been better organized and more clear.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
Oh my goodness, there are no words! I fell in love with this book right from the beginning. It is everything you could ask for from a fantasy. No wonder people compare it to LotR!
The writing is so finely balanced- not too much description, perfect pacing, just the right amount of everything. Every word expertly balanced with the one before and after it, without feeling like it's trying too hard to be flowery or prosaic.
The highest praise I can give this book is that it makes you forget you are reading a book!
There is also an exquisite balance between the questions and answers in the book. All those delightful mysteries to be solved, and when one question is answered, it only brings up another new enigma! It keeps you really engaged and involved as you read. The plot is intricate, and with so many layers to discover, it kept me guessing the entire time!
One of the many things I loved about the story was the descriptions of musicians. Patrick Rothfuss has to be a musician himself, or he could never write so feelingly and discerningly about how musicians feel when they perform, how they feel about their instruments, and their worst fears, etc... All of the writing about music rang true for me in a deep way.
I got very upset by some of the sad scenes, which just shows how emotionally invested I was in the characters. That's why it took me so long to read; I was scared to pick it up and read more for fear of being upset again! I just kept crying and crying!
Kvothe's character really confused me. One minute he's a good kid, then he's horribly violent without remorse, then he's suddenly too honorable to take charity. One minute he insists that he must keep his promises, then he runs away without leaving a note to anyone. What is his problem? Who is this guy?! The contrasts of dark and light in his character are so extreme, and that is reflected in the overall writing too. The dark is very dark, and the light is brilliantly bright.
But I loved every single character! I loved Kvothe really, and I loved the old teachers, the madmen, the old women, the girls, the students, and even the villains! Even if they were terrible people, they were certainly never boring or one-dimensional. Every single person was beautifully and circumspectly written. They are real people to me now.
This is my new favorite book, but I think I need a break before I read the next one. I just get so involved in the story, that I forget the real world!
The writing is so finely balanced- not too much description, perfect pacing, just the right amount of everything. Every word expertly balanced with the one before and after it, without feeling like it's trying too hard to be flowery or prosaic.
The highest praise I can give this book is that it makes you forget you are reading a book!
There is also an exquisite balance between the questions and answers in the book. All those delightful mysteries to be solved, and when one question is answered, it only brings up another new enigma! It keeps you really engaged and involved as you read. The plot is intricate, and with so many layers to discover, it kept me guessing the entire time!
One of the many things I loved about the story was the descriptions of musicians. Patrick Rothfuss has to be a musician himself, or he could never write so feelingly and discerningly about how musicians feel when they perform, how they feel about their instruments, and their worst fears, etc... All of the writing about music rang true for me in a deep way.
I got very upset by some of the sad scenes, which just shows how emotionally invested I was in the characters. That's why it took me so long to read; I was scared to pick it up and read more for fear of being upset again! I just kept crying and crying!
Kvothe's character really confused me. One minute he's a good kid, then he's horribly violent without remorse, then he's suddenly too honorable to take charity. One minute he insists that he must keep his promises, then he runs away without leaving a note to anyone. What is his problem? Who is this guy?! The contrasts of dark and light in his character are so extreme, and that is reflected in the overall writing too. The dark is very dark, and the light is brilliantly bright.
But I loved every single character! I loved Kvothe really, and I loved the old teachers, the madmen, the old women, the girls, the students, and even the villains! Even if they were terrible people, they were certainly never boring or one-dimensional. Every single person was beautifully and circumspectly written. They are real people to me now.
This is my new favorite book, but I think I need a break before I read the next one. I just get so involved in the story, that I forget the real world!
This book is full of weird facts and details about exploration, history, space, science, animals, ecosystems, geography, and nature. So of course, I devoured this book and enjoyed every colorful page!
With beautiful photos and maps, this book gives a quick look into fascinating cultures, amazing explorers, newly discovered animal species, and dazzling planets and stars all over the galaxy.
I especially loved the section about Space and Earth. It has information about minerals, and lava, and how the earth is formed, and about the vastness of space and all the wild phenomena out there in the universe. There are sections for dwarf planets and black holes, and of course a 2021 calendar of the best times to watch the skies for meteor showers, supermoons, or an eclipse.
There is also a cool history section full of amazing facts about Native Americans, Egyptian mummies, the city of Petra, the Chinese terra-cotta warriors, and a list of all the American presidents and their stats.
The geography section has a list of the flags of each country and some stats about each nation. The maps of each continent include some facts about the highest and lowest places on the continent, the population, the largest lakes or mountain ranges, and the coldest or hottest areas.
There even some quizzes and activity pages! The book would be a useful tool for school, since it has "Homework Help" pages with tips on how to give an oral report, how to write a biography, how to join a science fair, how to read a map, and how to research a different country.
As always, I am very impressed with Nat Geo's beautiful photos and colorful pages! This is a must-read for any kid who is curious and loves to learn.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
With beautiful photos and maps, this book gives a quick look into fascinating cultures, amazing explorers, newly discovered animal species, and dazzling planets and stars all over the galaxy.
I especially loved the section about Space and Earth. It has information about minerals, and lava, and how the earth is formed, and about the vastness of space and all the wild phenomena out there in the universe. There are sections for dwarf planets and black holes, and of course a 2021 calendar of the best times to watch the skies for meteor showers, supermoons, or an eclipse.
There is also a cool history section full of amazing facts about Native Americans, Egyptian mummies, the city of Petra, the Chinese terra-cotta warriors, and a list of all the American presidents and their stats.
The geography section has a list of the flags of each country and some stats about each nation. The maps of each continent include some facts about the highest and lowest places on the continent, the population, the largest lakes or mountain ranges, and the coldest or hottest areas.
There even some quizzes and activity pages! The book would be a useful tool for school, since it has "Homework Help" pages with tips on how to give an oral report, how to write a biography, how to join a science fair, how to read a map, and how to research a different country.
As always, I am very impressed with Nat Geo's beautiful photos and colorful pages! This is a must-read for any kid who is curious and loves to learn.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
I love maps, and this atlas is full of incredible maps! It's got photos and facts and culture and history, all with colorful designs and interesting little details.
The first thing I did was turn to the page for my state, Georgia, and poured over the pages, finding my town, and looking for nearby national parks and monuments.
I like how the book is divided up by region- SouthEast, SouthWest, NorthEast, MidWest, etc... It makes it easy to find what you are looking for, and to see how states that border each other have a lot in common. I was also happy to see that many of the Native American cultures are celebrated and featured in this book as a major part of the history of many states.
This book does a great job of packing a lot of information into each page without losing clarity or making the page feel jumbled. There's forests, mountain ranges, cities, swamps, ancient trails, rivers, wildlife refuges, national parks, and of course highways all neatly marked on the maps. Because it's a paperback, it's lightweight and perfect for little kid backpacks.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
The first thing I did was turn to the page for my state, Georgia, and poured over the pages, finding my town, and looking for nearby national parks and monuments.
I like how the book is divided up by region- SouthEast, SouthWest, NorthEast, MidWest, etc... It makes it easy to find what you are looking for, and to see how states that border each other have a lot in common. I was also happy to see that many of the Native American cultures are celebrated and featured in this book as a major part of the history of many states.
This book does a great job of packing a lot of information into each page without losing clarity or making the page feel jumbled. There's forests, mountain ranges, cities, swamps, ancient trails, rivers, wildlife refuges, national parks, and of course highways all neatly marked on the maps. Because it's a paperback, it's lightweight and perfect for little kid backpacks.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
This beginner's atlas is perfect for young readers with a curiosity about the world! It starts with how maps show different states and landscapes, and how to read a map using the key, the compass, and the distance scale that shows miles and kilometers. Full of colorful illustrations and photos, this atlas grabs the reader's attention!
I like how the book is divided up by region into the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, Southwest, the West, and territories. It makes it easy to find what you are looking for, and to see how states that border each other have a lot in common. Each state flag is featured along with the state bird, state tree, and common wildlife and crops for the region.
The text and illustrations are large and clear, making it easy to read and understand. There's forests, mountain ranges, cities, swamps, ancient trails, rivers, and national parks, all neatly marked on the maps. Because it's a paperback, it's lightweight and perfect for little kids.
This book is perfect for young readers, ages 7-10, who are just beginning to learn about the wide world and all the beauties it contains.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
I like how the book is divided up by region into the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, Southwest, the West, and territories. It makes it easy to find what you are looking for, and to see how states that border each other have a lot in common. Each state flag is featured along with the state bird, state tree, and common wildlife and crops for the region.
The text and illustrations are large and clear, making it easy to read and understand. There's forests, mountain ranges, cities, swamps, ancient trails, rivers, and national parks, all neatly marked on the maps. Because it's a paperback, it's lightweight and perfect for little kids.
This book is perfect for young readers, ages 7-10, who are just beginning to learn about the wide world and all the beauties it contains.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
Claris the Paris mouse is on her way to the French Riviera for a holiday with her best friend, Monsieur Cat. They pack their bags with chic ensembles by Dior, Gucci, Prada, and Pucci. They travel with style in a Louis Vuitton bag to a glamorous hotel where they see movie stars. But Claris meets a beautiful songbird who is in trouble, and the two are tossed into a wild adventure aboard a fancy yacht.
I loved the beautiful illustrations in this book! The colors are bright, and the lines are delicate. Each scene is designed to give the story more depth. I did feel like some of the artwork is just cut and pasted from one page to the other with only a wardrobe change to make it different. I would have appreciated separate art for each page, instead of copies of the same facial expressions.
Sweet little Claris is adorable, and I love all her pretty clothes. She is the epitome of elegance and refinement, but with a heart of compassion and humility. She's so cute!
I liked how the story sets the scene of a fashionable holiday, but there is also some action and adventure. It kept my interest and made me laugh! The text is in rhyme, and it works pretty well. The rhymes aren't always the best, but they are fine. The rhythm of each line doesn't always exactly match, but it was okay. It's not Milton or Shakespeare, but it does a good job of telling the story. (I have a pet peeve with children's books being written in bad poetry, so I'm overly critical of this aspect of the writing. Other people would probably not notice it at all.)
This book is so adorable! I can't wait to read more Claris books!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
I loved the beautiful illustrations in this book! The colors are bright, and the lines are delicate. Each scene is designed to give the story more depth. I did feel like some of the artwork is just cut and pasted from one page to the other with only a wardrobe change to make it different. I would have appreciated separate art for each page, instead of copies of the same facial expressions.
Sweet little Claris is adorable, and I love all her pretty clothes. She is the epitome of elegance and refinement, but with a heart of compassion and humility. She's so cute!
I liked how the story sets the scene of a fashionable holiday, but there is also some action and adventure. It kept my interest and made me laugh! The text is in rhyme, and it works pretty well. The rhymes aren't always the best, but they are fine. The rhythm of each line doesn't always exactly match, but it was okay. It's not Milton or Shakespeare, but it does a good job of telling the story. (I have a pet peeve with children's books being written in bad poetry, so I'm overly critical of this aspect of the writing. Other people would probably not notice it at all.)
This book is so adorable! I can't wait to read more Claris books!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
Claris and her best friend, Monsieur Cat, are visiting New York for the holidays. They are Christmas shopping at Cartier when they witness a burglary, and set off across New York to catch the thief!
I loved the beautiful illustrations in this book! The colors are bright, and the lines are delicate. I love all the Christmasy decorations! Each scene is designed to give the story more depth. I did feel like some of the artwork is just cut and pasted from one page to the other with only a wardrobe change to make it different. I would have appreciated separate art for each page, instead of copies of the same facial expressions.
Sweet little Claris is adorable, and I love all her pretty clothes. She is the epitome of elegance and refinement, but with a heart of compassion and humility. She’s so cute! I love that she makes a point to give to those less fortunate and share her wealth with others. She might enjoy fancy clothes and elegant styles, but she also truly cares about others.
I liked how the story sets the scene of a fashionable holiday, but there is also some action and adventure. It kept my interest and made me laugh! The text is in rhyme, and it works pretty well. The rhymes aren’t always the best, but they are fine. The rhythm of each line doesn’t always exactly match, but it was okay. It’s not Milton or Shakespeare, but it does a good job of telling the story. (I have a pet peeve with children’s books being written in bad poetry, so I’m overly critical of this aspect of the writing. Other people would probably not notice it at all.)
This book is so adorable! I can’t wait to read more Claris books!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
I loved the beautiful illustrations in this book! The colors are bright, and the lines are delicate. I love all the Christmasy decorations! Each scene is designed to give the story more depth. I did feel like some of the artwork is just cut and pasted from one page to the other with only a wardrobe change to make it different. I would have appreciated separate art for each page, instead of copies of the same facial expressions.
Sweet little Claris is adorable, and I love all her pretty clothes. She is the epitome of elegance and refinement, but with a heart of compassion and humility. She’s so cute! I love that she makes a point to give to those less fortunate and share her wealth with others. She might enjoy fancy clothes and elegant styles, but she also truly cares about others.
I liked how the story sets the scene of a fashionable holiday, but there is also some action and adventure. It kept my interest and made me laugh! The text is in rhyme, and it works pretty well. The rhymes aren’t always the best, but they are fine. The rhythm of each line doesn’t always exactly match, but it was okay. It’s not Milton or Shakespeare, but it does a good job of telling the story. (I have a pet peeve with children’s books being written in bad poetry, so I’m overly critical of this aspect of the writing. Other people would probably not notice it at all.)
This book is so adorable! I can’t wait to read more Claris books!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
This book explores what it means to be creative, and how to unleash your own creative energies. There are tips for exploring different arts or hobbies, and advice on gaining confidence and taking risks. I love how this book encourages the reader to try new things, learn from failure, and embrace anything and everything creative!
The authors spends a lot of time talking about her mother and how creative she was, including excerpts from her mother's journals and photos of her mother's artwork. I was not expecting this book to be quite so autobiographical, and I got bored with the long stories about the author's family.
I enjoyed all of the inspirational quotes about creativity and art from famous people like Thomas Moore, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Anne Dillard, and even Albert Einstein. There is an entire chapter about gratitude and how that sparks other good things in your life.
At the end of each chapter there are little one page bios of people who discovered their creative spark in some unique way. I found those a little boring too, and mostly skipped them. If you like stories about Granny's old furniture and going camping with the grandkids, then you might enjoy them.
There are also activities that you can do at the end of each chapter. You can color a pattern, write a letter, make a vision board, create a mind map, or complete a meditative writing exercise. These activities were okay, but didn't get me particularly excited or inspired.
I guess this book just wasn't what I was looking for. I wanted more practical tips on being creative. I wanted lists of things to try. I wanted a workbook to fill in. There is some good advice and some tips, but so much of the book is stories about other people, and how they were born and got married and had kids and died leaving behind a marvelous legacy of creativity. Okay, yay for them. I didn't want a biographical book. I wanted a "How To" book.
The focus of this book is the author's OWN journey through creativity, but I wanted to take MY journey, not hear about someone else's. And a lot of this book is about mothers finding time to be creative, and I'm not a mother so I can't relate to a great deal of the book.
There are some very good tips and excellent advice in this book, but it's buried under all the stories about things I didn't care about. The writing is excellent. The story-telling is great. The author does a great job exploring many different aspects of creative flow. It just wasn't for me.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.
The authors spends a lot of time talking about her mother and how creative she was, including excerpts from her mother's journals and photos of her mother's artwork. I was not expecting this book to be quite so autobiographical, and I got bored with the long stories about the author's family.
I enjoyed all of the inspirational quotes about creativity and art from famous people like Thomas Moore, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Anne Dillard, and even Albert Einstein. There is an entire chapter about gratitude and how that sparks other good things in your life.
At the end of each chapter there are little one page bios of people who discovered their creative spark in some unique way. I found those a little boring too, and mostly skipped them. If you like stories about Granny's old furniture and going camping with the grandkids, then you might enjoy them.
There are also activities that you can do at the end of each chapter. You can color a pattern, write a letter, make a vision board, create a mind map, or complete a meditative writing exercise. These activities were okay, but didn't get me particularly excited or inspired.
I guess this book just wasn't what I was looking for. I wanted more practical tips on being creative. I wanted lists of things to try. I wanted a workbook to fill in. There is some good advice and some tips, but so much of the book is stories about other people, and how they were born and got married and had kids and died leaving behind a marvelous legacy of creativity. Okay, yay for them. I didn't want a biographical book. I wanted a "How To" book.
The focus of this book is the author's OWN journey through creativity, but I wanted to take MY journey, not hear about someone else's. And a lot of this book is about mothers finding time to be creative, and I'm not a mother so I can't relate to a great deal of the book.
There are some very good tips and excellent advice in this book, but it's buried under all the stories about things I didn't care about. The writing is excellent. The story-telling is great. The author does a great job exploring many different aspects of creative flow. It just wasn't for me.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts and are not influenced by anyone.