10 ratings | 1 review | avg rating:4.70

Judith Lanigan’s Followers (3)

Judith’s Bookshelves

read (23)
currently-reading (0)
to-read (5)

Judith’s Friends (67)

Ji Martin

236 books | 76 friends

Laura Cummins

22 books | 16 friends

Andy

137 books | 173 friends

Toby Philpott

2 books | 109 friends

Angela Meyer

490 books | 735 friends

Simon Thompson

3 books | 145 friends

Salsa Sara

1 book | 133 friends

Emma Hawkins

1 book | 82 friends

More friends…

Judith Lanigan

Goodreads Author

Member Since

April 2012

URL

https://www.goodreads.com/Judith_Lanigan

edit data

Learn more
Ask the Author

To ask Judith Lanigan questions, please sign up.

Popular Answered Questions

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Judith Lanigan During the 'Clownland' project I learnt that the conscious and the subconscious cannot both be at work on an idea or problem at the same time. The…moreDuring the 'Clownland' project I learnt that the conscious and the subconscious cannot both be at work on an idea or problem at the same time. The subconscious is what does the work, and the conscious is the gatekeeper; saying yes or no to the ideas / solutions the subconscious puts forward. So when I get 'blocked' I take the 'blocker', the conscious, out of the way by giving it another task to do and let the subconscious do its thing while Im not looking. I also learnt from a Texan Neuropsychologist that the best way to encourage the creative process is to slow things down so that the neurone can meander and come in contact with as many other neurons as possible to help the creative process. The best way to facilitate this is in a hot bath which slows things down anyway-so when I'm stuck I usually head to a bath. (less)

flag

like
Comment

Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?

Judith Lanigan I wrote Clownland because while I was injured I found I missed the clowns I got to be around while I was working. Not only the humour but more…moreI wrote Clownland because while I was injured I found I missed the clowns I got to be around while I was working. Not only the humour but more importantly the attitude to life, the courage and the philosophy, the commitment and generosity of spirit of the people working as clown in all its myriad of marvellous and diverse forms. So I decided to take the reader on a journey into "clown land' to meet some of these extraordinary people. I decided to have a very subjective process and let the collected philosophy affect me and my life. I also accepted 'dares' from the interviewed clowns about what should be the next step which gave a lovely and at times epic experience. The book will be available 1st July 2016. (less)

flag

like
Comment

See 2 answers from Judith Lanigan…

Combine Editions
Judith Lanigan’s books

Average rating: 3.56 · 41 ratings · 12 reviews · 3 distinct works

	A True History of the Hula Hoop 3.53 avg rating — 38 ratings — published 2009 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Clownland really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Great Clown Kidnap of 1572 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

* Note: these are all the books on Goodreads for this author. To add more, click here.

Upcoming Events

No scheduled events. Add an event.

rss
Judith’s Recent Updates

Judith Lanigan rated a book it was amazing How to Grow an Addict by J.A. Wright (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
How to grow an addict J.A Wright This story is a devastating, roller-coaster experience of mis-adventure in someone else's skin, that is told with such a casual honesty, and such a strong voice, that you can't help but love this girl - Randall- who is ...more
Jun 03, 2018 03:46PM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of How to Grow an Addict by J.A. Wright. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — How to Grow an Addict by J.A. Wright <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Judith Lanigan liked Finhead's review of Clownland: "A delightful and quirky journey into an area of performance mysterious to most people outside the circus and physical performing community. Especially interesting are the authors' own revelations about her life and experiences, not just in creatin..." Read more of this review »
Oct 08, 2016 04:08AM · see review
Judith Lanigan liked Nigel’s status update Nigel Martin wants to read Clownland
Jul 10, 2016 02:42PM
Judith Lanigan answered Goodreads's question: How do you deal with writer’s block? During the 'Clownland' project I learnt that the conscious and the subconscious cannot both be at work on an idea or problem at the same time. The subconscious is what does the work, and the conscious is the gatekeeper; saying yes or no to the ide... See Full Answer
Jun 13, 2016 09:02PM · like
Judith Lanigan liked Martin’s status update Martin wants to read Clownland
May 13, 2016 02:45PM
Judith Lanigan wants to read Clownland by Judith Lanigan (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
May 11, 2016 12:41AM · like
Judith Lanigan has read Wild Fire by Zane Grey	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
May 02, 2016 06:14PM · like · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Wild Fire by Zane Grey. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Wild Fire by Zane Grey <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Judith Lanigan has read The Call of the Canyon by Zane Grey	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
May 02, 2016 06:14PM · like · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Call of the Canyon by Zane Grey. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Call of the Canyon by Zane Grey <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Judith Lanigan has read The Spirit of the Border by Zane Grey	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
May 02, 2016 06:14PM · like · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Spirit of the Border by Zane Grey. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Spirit of the Border by Zane Grey <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Judith Lanigan has read The Rainbow Trail ( Riders of the Purple Sage#2) by Zane Grey	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
May 02, 2016 06:14PM · like · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Rainbow Trail by Zane Grey. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Rainbow Trail by Zane Grey <iframe id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">