Best of
Journaling

2013

The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day


Alex Ikonn - 2013
    The Five Minute Journal’s guided and structured exercises will lead you down a path toward an enhanced version of the person you already are.

Art Journal Freedom: How to Journal Creatively with Color & Composition


Dina Wakley - 2013
    But how can you effectively and artistically capture those eye-catching compositions in your art journal?It's true, art journaling has no \rules\" and is a safe place for free expression of your one-of-a-kind life. But knowledge is power and knowing the \"rules\" of color and composition gives you the freedom to use and break them willfully to create the effects you want. Dina shares these principles in a fun and approachable way with dozens upon dozens of unique journal pages to show you just some of the many possibilities.Inside You Will Find: Lessons and tips about composition and color including dominance and repetition, symmetry, contrast and the power of black and white.10 step-by-step technique demonstrations.Dozens of color and design tips and page challenges."

10: What's on Your Top 10 List?


Dan Zadra - 2013
    The 10 book, our latest addition to the bestselling Life By the Numbers series, is an inspirational guide to creating these lifelists, helping you to realize your biggest dreams.

Travel Listography: Exploring the World in Lists


Lisa Nola - 2013
    With over 70 thought-provoking topics ranging from the quintessential (cities and countries visited/hope to visit, world cuisines to try) to the idiosyncratic (memorable people met, where to time travel to), this illustrated journal will serve as a unique and inspiring log for years to come.

Art Doodle Love: A Journal of Self-Discovery


Dawn DeVries Sokol - 2013
    With Art Doodle Love, art journal expert Dawn DeVries Sokol provides the perfect jump start: an interactive fill-in book of prompts that will motivate women to “discover” themselves and their inner creative goddesses. Loosely inspired by Eat Pray Love, Elizabeth Gilbert’s memoir of self-discovery, Art Doodle Love overflows with colorful pages for recording thoughts and collecting ideas, as well as venting, soul-searching, and documenting everyday life. By following the insightful prompts, the journal keeper develops her artistic skills, gains confidence in her natural creativity, and learns about herself through self-reflection.Praise for Art Doodle Love:“The author offers readers art journaling supply recommendations, then eases them into doodling and documenting on pages that have been prepped with vibrant and inspiring background.”  —Grand Rapid Press and Kalamazoo Gazette

Parenthood Listography: My Kid in Lists


Kyle Pierce - 2013
    With more than 60 thought-provoking list topics ranging from the classic to the lovably idiosyncratic (including your child's first words, the best and most challenging parts of parenting, and your child's biggest tantrums), this illustrated journal is a celebration of parenthood and childhood that will serve as a lovely keepsake for the family.

Raving Violet


Valerie Gilbert - 2013
    These are a few of the cast of characters that pepper Valerie Gilbert’s true tales in “Raving Violet.” Enter the world of a solitary but intrepid New Yorker. Orphaned since (relative) youth, this divorced, smartass metaphysician has sought solace and insight from philosophers, séances, channels and mediums, a path that has, inevitably, led her back to her formidable fortress within. Join Valerie as she scales the castle walls on her journey for love, sex, sass, a chuckle, and really good chocolate. Love and Loss! Love and Glory! Love and Nausea! “Raving Violet” has it all.“Valerie lives and breathes New York City. She’s Ms. New York, and my virtual sister. Damn, I’m so proud of her! You will treasure this book, re-read it repeatedly, and tell your friends to buy it. Yeah. She’s THAT good!” Bridgett Walther, author, "Conquer the Cosmos"

The Nonviolent Life


John Dear - 2013
    He focuses on three important aspects on the path toward becoming people of nonviolence - being nonviolent toward ourselves; being nonviolent to all others (including creation and creatures); and joining the global grassroots movement of nonviolence. After thirty years of preaching the Gospel of nonviolence John says he has never found a book that completely captures these crucial elements of nonviolent living. According to John, “most people pick one or two of these dimensions, but few do all three. To become a fully rounded, three dimensional person of nonviolence we need to do all three simultaneously.” In this book, John Dear explores the powerful journey of nonviolence rooted in the Christian vision of love. He also offers discussion questions throughout the book making it ideal for study groups seeking to go deeper into the nonviolent life. Order your copy today and journey with John along the path of the nonviolence. Published by Pace e Bene Press

Journey of Memoir: The Three Stages of Memoir Writing


Linda Joy Myers - 2013
    A unique workbook from National Association of Memoir Writers founder Linda Joy Myers that offers the tools writers need to begin, develop, and complete a memoir, including lessons on how to write a great scene, timeline and turning point exercises to help create structure, and much more.

Grateful for Everything: Learning, Living, and Loving the Great Game of Life


Skip Johnson - 2013
    Using ideas that can be quickly implemented, you will find: How to successfully see the game in life---as opposed to seeing life as a daily battle we must endure; How developing a spirit of gratitude can open doors you never thought possible and make a difference in the world; Which personality traits are keys to success and which are landmines to avoid in your journey; Which types of words reinforce your optimistic view of the world; Why some people have a powerful and attractive presence---and how you can too; How to feel more fulfilled by using your gifts to help others feel more fulfilled; How to "put it all together" in a way that is easy and effective.

My Quotable Grandkid: A Grandparent's Journal of Unforgettable Quotes


NOT A BOOK - 2013
    With a photo window for personalizing the journal, plus a ribbon marker, this is the perfect gift for cherishing family memories.

Memories, Dreams & Deflections: My Odyssey Through Emotional Indigestion


Valerie Gilbert - 2013
    This volume explores Valerie's intrepid and irreverent search for healing inside and out (both medical and mystical), the quest for peace (and quiet), and, as always, true love.

The Art of the Doodle: Discover Your Inner Artist - Includes Instructional Book and Guided Journal


Eleanor Kwei - 2013
    There are six chapters—paisleys, flowers, letters, butterflies, mandalas, and geometrics. Artists will learn to start with a basic drop, then stretch it and squash it, and interlock it with other drops, nestling them all together to make beautiful paisley patterns. Nature will come to life, with tiny flowers blooming and butterflies flitting overhead. Geometric borders will adorn pages.The art journal will provide an elegant place to experiment with all of the techniques described in the instruction book. The book will include elaborate coloring activities, as well as simple guidelines to get started on creative doodling pages. Inspirational quotations will add subtle meaning to the art pages.When the journal is complete, it will be a beautiful book to be proud of and cherish.

Flourishing Principal: A Workbopb


Kathleen Adams - 2013
    It's easy to forget that the principals own health and harmony are among the things that also need attention. In this innovative workbook, you'll be expertly guided through The Flourishing Principals eight strengths-based, solution-focused strategies for self-renewal are designed to support principals like you. You'll connect with core values, find and sustain healthy balance, acknowledge current reality, and set clear intentions. You'll rediscover innate creativity, refresh healthy communication skills, focus on self-care, and call upon guiding wisdom. You'll flourish! More than 70 well-crafted writing prompts guide you to self-renewal. Each is illustrated with the voice of a flourishing principal who has embodied these strategies. A facilitator's guide featuring a step-by-step curriculum prepares you to lead a writing group with peers.