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The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition Paperback – October 25, 2016

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"With its gentle affirmations, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank lists and tasks — write yourself a thank-you letter, describe yourself at 80, for example — The Artist’s Way proposes an egalitarian view of creativity: Everyone’s got it."—The New York Times 
 
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Morning Pages have become a household name, a shorthand for unlocking your creative potential"Vogue

Over four million copies sold!

Since its first publication, The Artist's Way phenomena has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose. Julia Cameron's novel approach guides readers in uncovering problems areas and pressure points that may be restricting their creative flow and offers techniques to free up any areas where they might be stuck, opening up opportunities for self-growth and self-discovery.
 
The program begins with Cameron’s most vital tools for creative recovery – The Morning Pages, a daily writing ritual of three pages of stream-of-conscious, and The Artist Date, a dedicated block of time to nurture your inner artist. From there, she shares hundreds of exercises, activities, and prompts to help readers thoroughly explore each chapter. She also offers guidance on starting a “Creative Cluster” of fellow artists who will support you in your creative endeavors.

A revolutionary program for personal renewal,
The Artist's Way will help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the steps you need to change your life.
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The classic course in discovering and recovering your creative self. The Artist's Way by Julia C.

Without THE ARTIST'S WAY there would have been no EAT, PREY, LOVE  — Elizabeth Gilbert

If you have always wanted to pursue a creative dream, this book will gently get you started — Anne L

A valuable tool to get in touch with [your] own creativity — Martin Scorsese

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“Without The Artist's Way, there would have been no Eat, Pray, Love.”
—Elizabeth Gilbert

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The Artist's Way is not exclusively about writing—it is about discovering and developing the artist within, whether a painter, poet, screenwriter, or musician—but it is a lot about writing. If you have always wanted to pursue a creative dream, have always wanted to play and create with words or paints, this book will gently get you started and help you learn all kinds of paying-attention techniques; and that, after all, is what being an artist is all about. It's about learning to pay attention."
—Anne Lamott

"This is a book that addresses a delicate and complex subject. For those who will use it, it is a valuable tool to get in touch with their own creativity."
—Martin Scorsese

About the Author

Julia Cameron has been an active artist for more than three decades. She is the author of more than thirty books, including such bestselling works on the creative process as The Artist’s Way, Walking in This World, and Finding Water. Also a novelist, playwright, songwriter, and poet, she has multiple credits in theater, film, and television, including an episode of Miami Vice, which featured Miles Davis, and Elvis and the Beauty Queen, which starred Don Johnson. She was a writer on such movies as Taxi Driver, New York, New York, and The Last Waltz. She wrote, produced, and directed the award-winning independent feature film God’s Will, which premiered at the Chicago International Film Festival, and was selected by the London Film Festival, the Munich International Film Festival, and the Women in Film Festival, among others. In addition to making films, Cameron has taught film at such diverse places as Chicago Filmmakers, Northwestern University, and Columbia College. She is also an award-winning playwright, whose work has appeared on such well-known stages as the McCarter Theater at Princeton University and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0143129252
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ TarcherPerigee; Anniversary edition (October 25, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780143129257
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0143129257
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.42 x 0.69 x 8.99 inches
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Julia Cameron has been an active artist for more than thirty years. She is the author of more than thirty books, fiction and nonfiction, including her bestselling works on the creative process: The Artist's Way, Walking in This World, Finding Water, and The Writing Diet. A novelist, playwright, songwriter, and poet, she has multiple credits in theater, film, and television.

Latest endeavor: Julia Cameron Live, an online course and artists' community led by Julia. It is the most comprehensive discussion she has ever done on The Artist's Way, and the first time she has allowed cameras in her home. www.juliacameronlive.com

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98 customers mention "Creativity"94 positive4 negative

Customers find the book helpful for artists and creatives. It provides useful exercises and information to boost their artistry. The book is recommended by many artists, and it speaks to all types of creative people looking to unblock their creativity.

"The world needs more of us to nurture our creativity. The Artist’s Way is an invaluable tool in the journey of self discovery and mental well being...." Read more

"...I particularly like the check-ins. This is a nice book for artists looking to understand their art and push it to a path of spiritual creativity." Read more

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51 customers mention "Writing quality"44 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the book's writing quality. They find it easy to read, with helpful advice and examples throughout. The author's words are imprinted in their minds, helping them be clear and creative. Readers also appreciate the variety of exercises and examples. Overall, the presentation is praised as one of the best "fix-me" books they've come across.

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Customers find the book easy to follow and practical. They appreciate the simple techniques and spiritual philosophy that can be applied to any faith. The tasks in each chapter are helpful, and the process unfolds as you do the work.

"...I like the tasks in each chapter as well. Get this book and get unstuck! It REALLY works, if you put in the work." Read more

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Customers find the exercises in the book to be great and stimulating. They appreciate the variety of exercises and examples throughout. The book helps them set a rhythm of being in tune and in personal relationships. Readers find the activities fun and worthwhile.

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"...Write morning pages daily. 3) Schedule a solo artist date. Don't worry -- the book will walk you through all of this...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024
    The world needs more of us to nurture our creativity. The Artist’s Way is an invaluable tool in the journey of self discovery and mental well being. I wish I knew about it when I was young adult.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024
    This book was recommended to me by a colleague after we discussed the challenges we face when writing. She said she had been using the book for several years and was inspirational to her, so I thought I would give it a try. There were several things throughout the book that reminded me of 12-step programs designed to help people overcome addictions, but this was focused on freeing the creator inside by addressing the many factors that generally contribute to creative blocks.

    Although the book can be used in several ways, which as described in the introduction, I chose to read one chapter at the beginning of each week and then do the prescribed activities throughout the week. Each chapter concludes with a "check-in" to help one assess how well they are doing in working through the workbook. I gained a lot of important insight as I worked through the book and am currently working my way back through it a second time.

    Even if you do not think yourself to be artistic or creative, this book can be an important resource for unlocking reasons behind unhealthy life patterns and helping one to be a better version of themselves than they already are...one day at a time.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024
    My therapist recommended that I purchase and read this book because I have been struggling as a writer. Julia Cameron is amazing and I love how she has written this book. The morning pages are hard to do at first, but then they become second nature, like a journal entry and definitely help me clear my head when I need to do so. I like the tasks in each chapter as well. Get this book and get unstuck! It REALLY works, if you put in the work.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2024
    I have worked through this book so many times over 20 plus years. Each time it's a new set of lessons to me. Recently purchased this edition and enjoyed reading through it with a reading group.
    8 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2024
    I love this book. It is very relatable and it puts things into perspective. Highly recommend checking it out.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
    “The Artist’s Way: 30th Anniversary Ed” is a nice book about art and the artist experience. Not a book on drawing, but more about how to get in touch with the artistic side and understanding what it takes to be an artist. This books takes the reader on a 12 week workshop with exercises in critical and creative thinking that explore the artist life for help in opening up the artist inside. It reviews what it takes to be creative and the connection to the spiritual path. Not what I expected, but I am still pleased with the book. Easy read. If you are not spiritual and an artist, I am not sure it is the read you would want. I particularly like the check-ins. This is a nice book for artists looking to understand their art and push it to a path of spiritual creativity.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars A nice book for artists struggling to seek meaning in higher creativity.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
    “The Artist’s Way: 30th Anniversary Ed” is a nice book about art and the artist experience. Not a book on drawing, but more about how to get in touch with the artistic side and understanding what it takes to be an artist. This books takes the reader on a 12 week workshop with exercises in critical and creative thinking that explore the artist life for help in opening up the artist inside. It reviews what it takes to be creative and the connection to the spiritual path. Not what I expected, but I am still pleased with the book. Easy read. If you are not spiritual and an artist, I am not sure it is the read you would want. I particularly like the check-ins. This is a nice book for artists looking to understand their art and push it to a path of spiritual creativity.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024
    Well written and easy to use. Can be life-changing.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2024
    The wisdom in these pages is incredible. Changed my life.
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  • Stephanie B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully-written
    Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2024
    Fantastic book. Timeless. Highly recommend for those seeking what this book offers. It's wise, accessible and an intimately personal experience, rife with many universal truths for all artists and creative souls.
  • Paola Pérez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super libro!!!
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 23, 2023
    Lo recomiendo muchisimo!!
  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars the best book about undigging your creativity - ever!
    Reviewed in France on January 18, 2025
    I have lived with this book over five years... opened it conicidetally, read some lines, did some of the suggested tasts (did it in German). Then I did the full 12 weeks course, which was fabulous, tough, an eye-opener about what can be in your way when you want to do what you secretly have always loved. And have put aside for so many reasons.
    Just recently, I bought the original version to do it again in English, only because I know it too well now, and I would love to connect again, after quite some years. I hope it does its magic again for me.
  • clizia marri
    5.0 out of 5 stars bellissimo libro!
    Reviewed in Italy on January 5, 2025
    molto interessante e divertente
  • RisingStar2222
    5.0 out of 5 stars Life changing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 14, 2024
    I don’t easily say “life changing” for anything since I set my bar very high for myself but this book is magic. Read it, trust it and enjoy building a new creative self.