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“SARK is a sparkler who jump-starts the creative process. Her ideas are user-friendly, innovative, and pragmatic.” –Julia Cameron...
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Mar 24, 2011
Jennifer
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I love SARK's books. They are all so colorful and fun. This one is a very fast read, with a lot of interesting anecdotes and ideas in it. It made it nearly irresistible to work in my journal while I was reading this book.
My biggest challenge in reading this book was in not getting discouraged that my journal efforts don't look nearly as interesting as SARK's. Ironically, I find myself apologizing within the pages of the journal because they are ugly or boring. But if you need inspir More...
My biggest challenge in reading this book was in not getting discouraged that my journal efforts don't look nearly as interesting as SARK's. Ironically, I find myself apologizing within the pages of the journal because they are ugly or boring. But if you need inspir More...
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Aug 13, 2008
McNair
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After fourteen grand, inspiring books, our delightful SARK has crafted a rich, full, remarkable book on writing. This is not your typical how-to-write-a-book book. She does share scores of insights and practical tips for writing, getting published, and the all-important finding your own "voice." But like all of SARK's work (books, articles, interviews, appearances, and seminars) she gives more than we could ever expect. There are the always-welcome SARK-prises of unexpected treats and
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Jan 28, 2010
Freida
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The bright colors, drawings, and hand printing in this book are like all of SARK's books making it appear as if the book has lots of content. Sounds good, but it is pretty much all recycled. If you are looking for new ideas for writing, this book doesn’t have it.
Two things I did like about the book were the writing quotes spread throughout the book and some Internet sites that were listed in the final chapters.
Two things I did like about the book were the writing quotes spread throughout the book and some Internet sites that were listed in the final chapters.
Jul 13, 2009
Needleroozer
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This book has all the SARK hallmarks: bold colors; handwriting instead of text printed by machine; the story about living in the nook in the bookstore; info about micro-movements; gentle, supportive advice. I didn't learn anything new, but I always appreciate SARK's kindness and wisdom. Now writers have a SARK book to call their own.
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Nov 10, 2011
Catherine
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If you are a woman with something to say, and you are feeling a little shy or lacking in creative freedom, then read this book. SARK writes in an informal, entertaining, and practical style, and she will inspire you to embrace your creative self, and to fulfill your dreams of being heard and seen.
Mar 31, 2011
HKd
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A cute book which also had some sensible things to say about starting writing. But the cute factor started to grate after a while and I found the typography quite hard to read. Not a book to read in one sitting but quite pleasant to pick up and flick through now and again
Sep 13, 2011
Jennifer
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This book touched me in a way that other books on writing or the creative process haven't. I will have a lot to think about for a long time, and will be going back to read it many times in the months to come.
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Mar 19, 2009
Mary
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her style is inimitable and straightforward.
reading this book is like sitting across a coffee table from sark (susan) and receiving the benefit
of her encouragement for your writing.
reading this book is like sitting across a coffee table from sark (susan) and receiving the benefit
of her encouragement for your writing.
Dec 15, 2009
Kristen
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I think it's fun to read about writing, esp. looking at it in the light of blog writing.
Lots of great quotes I need to go back and copy down. Fun stuff.
Lots of great quotes I need to go back and copy down. Fun stuff.
Oct 11, 2008
Rachel
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I just love SARK, mostly because she tells me things I already know. And she always makes me want to quit typing and start writing, as in handwriting, with markers and colors. And she makes me feel accomplished because I can finish one of her books in two days. This one is about writing, which comes at a good time for me, as I'm just getting out of a rut and feeling some steam gather. My one problem with SARK is her books are a little samey; a chapter or a page lifted from any of her books would
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Mar 26, 2009
Angie
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Thanks, Sark, for all of the "Juicy" details about how and why you put off writing, just like the rest of us do.
Jan 28, 2009
Rachel
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I read this book in like three days. It has really motivated me to start writing again.
Sep 07, 2009
Lisa
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Bright marker-coloured text, squiggles, white space, inspiring, affirming, absolutely juicy!
Jun 29, 2009
Joan
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SARK writes books combining art and writing to encourage people on various topics. They are fun.
Dec 10, 2009
Love this book. It's for writers. I have several pages in this book flagged.
May 14, 2009
Heather
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I enjoyed this book but it wasn't as stunning as some of SARKs other works. Perhaps it's where I am in life. Still, it will be a welcome addition to my library.
Aug 14, 2010
Katy
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This was just a fun little encouragement book. I need those sometimes...
Feb 01, 2009
Terrie
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The title delighted me when I first heard it and I'm still in love with it! Sark is a delight and this is my favorite book (and I really like all the other ones!). The resources and inclusion of other writers is great - demonstrates the "community" approach for writers - might inspire more people to write!
Jan 01, 2011
Relyn
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10/4/08
My dear friend Katie gave me this book for my birthday. I am loving it!
11/1/08
I loved it! It took me a while to finish the book because I kept reading it and stopping to write. I guess that makes the book a success. Yes?
1/1/11
What a good book to start the year with.
My dear friend Katie gave me this book for my birthday. I am loving it!
11/1/08
I loved it! It took me a while to finish the book because I kept reading it and stopping to write. I guess that makes the book a success. Yes?
1/1/11
What a good book to start the year with.
Sep 05, 2008
K
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Sark's charm is definitely wearing thin on me.
I suppose I have become rather cynical of this author, but to be fair, all of her books are beginning to tell the same stories. How many times can she mention her '13 published works'?
I suppose I have become rather cynical of this author, but to be fair, all of her books are beginning to tell the same stories. How many times can she mention her '13 published works'?
Feb 09, 2009
Shevonne
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I wasn't impressed. Maybe I am over Sark, but I felt myself skimming pages.
Feb 16, 2009
Victoria
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Didn't love it. It just wasn't as "juicy" as most of SARK's books are for me. Eminently readable, but nothing that I found really interesting or inspiring. Maybe because I'm already writing?
Aug 26, 2008
Kate
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As always SARK is truly inspirational. She provides insight into her creative process and challenges the reader to let go of all of the things that are inhibiting you from writing.
Aug 14, 2008
earthy
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Beautiful artwork and inspiring prose. SARK's always brilliant to read when you're feeling down!
Oct 13, 2008
Satia
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Mar 23, 2010
Nicole
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This book will always be a current read in my quest to write every day.
