The War of Art
Steven Pressfield
Grand Central Publishing; $12.95

Subtitled “Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles,” writer Steven Pressfield penned this little gem in 2002. It’s perfect not just for writers, but also for any one in a creative field. He writes about our battle against Resistance, what stops us along our creative path. The short essays are separated into three parts: Resistance (Defining the Enemy), Combating Resistance (Turning Pro) and Beyond Resistance (The Higher Realm). What I really loved about the book, was I could open it to any page and it spoke to me. His final paragraph: “Creative work is not a selfish act or a bid for attention on the part of the actor. It’s a gift to the world and every being in it. Don’t cheat us of your contribution. Give us what you’ve got.”

Look for the book at your favorite quilt shop or book retailer. Here’s a link to Amazon if you would like to learn more about the book.

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