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Everything Is Going to Be OK
A little inspiration goes a long way. It's the end of the naughties, and things are starting to look up: cropping up everywhere are messages of sincerity, optimism, and hope, and the good cheer has spread to the world of art and design. This pocket-sized volume is filled with artwork bearing mottos of encouragement and affirmation. Featuring work from a diverse roster of indie artists, designers, and crafters—including beloved figures such as Mike Perry, Marian Bantjes, Marc Johns, Enormous Champion, and Yee-Haw Industries, as well as a host of emerging new talents—this hip take on the classic cheer-you-up gift book is the perfect visual treat for anyone whose spirits need a little lift from time to time.
96 pages, Hardcover
First published February 23, 2011
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June 15, 2012
Wasn't really what I expected -- I certainly did not expect to see so many blank pages and spots (I mean what a waste!) -- but the pictures were nice. Tumblr, however, offers loads and loads of better, more inspiring pictures every single day, for free - so I kind of feel like this was a waste of money. I've seen it all. But (!) since the book has so many blank spots, I might as well make the book worth the money I spent and fill the pages with my own things. Because the thing is, this book will most likely be in my bookshelf long after I've stopped reblogging things I see on tumblr.
If I don't feel like selling the book, that is.
If I don't feel like selling the book, that is.
March 21, 2017
This was an interesting book that I came upon through my sister and one that I couldn't quite figure out how it would turn out to be. Would it be an inspirational picture book or was it a self-help type that would tell you how many times to repeat a mantra to yourself in the mirror in the morning, meditate before lunch, etc. Instead it turned out to be a bit of its own book that stands in the middle of both ranges.
The book's creativity range as a story captured my eyes first. Basically all the writing in the book is more or less common public grounds with readers who are on social media every day seeing the same type of messages. What makes this a bit different was the fact that it seemed that the media was compiled slightly into a story where one motto led to the next although in some areas the mottos may have done even better slightly changed around instead of the way they were presented.
The other thing that caught my eye was the brightness of the book. Each motto and affirmation was accompanied by a bright and positive background that although it was pretty in some cases didn't really capture my attention with the style. But it does allow the reader to focus more or less on the words on the page before them.
Finally the book doesn't have the mottos and affirmations in an organized nor easy-to-look-up format for those who may just want one to fit their needs at the time. Could make for an interesting random opening of the book to see what you get though if you have ever been found doing that with wisdom-type books.
All in all a truly decent book that continues to carry a good, bright message to its readers. Would be a wonderful read for medical and/or dental lobbies or those who like to add brightness/positivity to their life.
The book's creativity range as a story captured my eyes first. Basically all the writing in the book is more or less common public grounds with readers who are on social media every day seeing the same type of messages. What makes this a bit different was the fact that it seemed that the media was compiled slightly into a story where one motto led to the next although in some areas the mottos may have done even better slightly changed around instead of the way they were presented.
The other thing that caught my eye was the brightness of the book. Each motto and affirmation was accompanied by a bright and positive background that although it was pretty in some cases didn't really capture my attention with the style. But it does allow the reader to focus more or less on the words on the page before them.
Finally the book doesn't have the mottos and affirmations in an organized nor easy-to-look-up format for those who may just want one to fit their needs at the time. Could make for an interesting random opening of the book to see what you get though if you have ever been found doing that with wisdom-type books.
All in all a truly decent book that continues to carry a good, bright message to its readers. Would be a wonderful read for medical and/or dental lobbies or those who like to add brightness/positivity to their life.
February 3, 2025
Picked up this book while in a pretty bad mood actually.. looking through the pages, reading all the signs and messages really helped me get out of my head. I felt relaxed afterward and before I left the bookstore I was already in a better mood so easy to say that this may have started that ripple effect of letting go of negativity.
Overall enjoyed reading it, fast-paced, picture based, minimal wording.
⭐️⭐️⭐️3
🌶️Spice- None
💬Language-Mild
💟Format-Hardocer
🖤Genre- Art, Self-help
⚠️TW- none
Overall enjoyed reading it, fast-paced, picture based, minimal wording.
⭐️⭐️⭐️3
🌶️Spice- None
💬Language-Mild
💟Format-Hardocer
🖤Genre- Art, Self-help
⚠️TW- none
May 12, 2012
A sweet little book of artistic messages about life and living. Kate gave it to me for Christmas. It sits on my nightstand next to "All My Friends Are Dead." Together these two books can't manage almost any day. This one is great for little pick-me-ups and reminding what life is all about. I think my favorite page is 18 - "The Journey is the Destination." Also amazing, page 49.
January 21, 2015
This book is stupid. It is basically a badly curated Pinterest board. The art quality is uneven and the words are all cliche and it feels like freshman art students trying to be hip. This book is a shameless money grab. Nope.
June 21, 2024
There isn’t much more than you would expect in this book, in fact there is probably less. This little book’s title holds a mighty promise- one that seems absurd in all actuality, for more and more does it seem like every thing is not going to be okay, and the world is actually on fire.. Have fun flipping through this picture book admiring inspirational poster art. That comes off as flippant, but know that I am one of the biggest inspirational poster art enthusiasts in existence.
A quick glance at the turquoise cover reveals that there is no listed author, and one must turn to the spine to find the publishing house “Chronicle Books;” I have never heard of them before. I assume that the intended reader of this would receive the book as a gift, as I did. Handed to me by a dear friend, its physicality pointed to how strange it is that we spend time and money on procuring trivial “feel-better books” to prove good intentions and ensure a less awkward greeting after an absence of communication. Anyways, she knows I struggle with my mental health, and thought that this book would serve me well. It now occurs to me that this book may be less for reading and more for reflecting. If you want to smile, split the spine and enjoy.
I had a few questions while reading as to the spacing, as some pages seem unevenly weighted. The art is printed well, but the placement choices seem clunky and the order semi-random. However, it does bring certain emphasis to images I would have otherwise skipped over. Each page only features an artwork and the page number, but one can flip to the back of the book to find each work’s title and author. This gives the art room to breathe, and interact with its background; however, it is inconvenient for finding artist information.
Overall, I liked this book. If so many other people believe in the sentiment that “it is going to be okay” enough to write it down, and a house believes in the idea enough to publish a collection of pieces centered on the concept, than who am I to doubt it.
A quick glance at the turquoise cover reveals that there is no listed author, and one must turn to the spine to find the publishing house “Chronicle Books;” I have never heard of them before. I assume that the intended reader of this would receive the book as a gift, as I did. Handed to me by a dear friend, its physicality pointed to how strange it is that we spend time and money on procuring trivial “feel-better books” to prove good intentions and ensure a less awkward greeting after an absence of communication. Anyways, she knows I struggle with my mental health, and thought that this book would serve me well. It now occurs to me that this book may be less for reading and more for reflecting. If you want to smile, split the spine and enjoy.
I had a few questions while reading as to the spacing, as some pages seem unevenly weighted. The art is printed well, but the placement choices seem clunky and the order semi-random. However, it does bring certain emphasis to images I would have otherwise skipped over. Each page only features an artwork and the page number, but one can flip to the back of the book to find each work’s title and author. This gives the art room to breathe, and interact with its background; however, it is inconvenient for finding artist information.
Overall, I liked this book. If so many other people believe in the sentiment that “it is going to be okay” enough to write it down, and a house believes in the idea enough to publish a collection of pieces centered on the concept, than who am I to doubt it.
November 25, 2020
What I liked:
The idea behind the book was nice, and I did like several of the images.
What I didn't like:
I wish they would stop including books in Humble Bundles that are meant to be enjoyed as physical books. I know that's really the medium this book was meant to be enjoyed in, so that's not what my low rating reflects. I gave this book 2* because of a few reasons. The images are of varying quality, and the book does not make good use of its space. Even using the same amount of pages they could have fit more in. Also there's just nothing here I couldn't find on an average day on tumblr or Pinterest.
Overall:
Nice idea, but in the end just not worth spending money on or the space it would take up to have a physical copy.
The idea behind the book was nice, and I did like several of the images.
What I didn't like:
I wish they would stop including books in Humble Bundles that are meant to be enjoyed as physical books. I know that's really the medium this book was meant to be enjoyed in, so that's not what my low rating reflects. I gave this book 2* because of a few reasons. The images are of varying quality, and the book does not make good use of its space. Even using the same amount of pages they could have fit more in. Also there's just nothing here I couldn't find on an average day on tumblr or Pinterest.
Overall:
Nice idea, but in the end just not worth spending money on or the space it would take up to have a physical copy.
February 23, 2021
Nếu tính cuốn này là 1 cuốn tính trong challenge thì hơi ăn gian một chút xíu =)))
Mình cũng không biết có thể gọi nó là sách được không, vì nó giống như tổng hợp các hình ảnh và câu quote. Mỗi trang sách là 1 câu quote khác nhau, thích hợp mua về lúc nào cần một chút cute để boost mood thì mở ra đọc =)))
Mình cũng không biết có thể gọi nó là sách được không, vì nó giống như tổng hợp các hình ảnh và câu quote. Mỗi trang sách là 1 câu quote khác nhau, thích hợp mua về lúc nào cần một chút cute để boost mood thì mở ra đọc =)))
May 23, 2023
This book is exactly what the description says it is, but there's just so little content in here. You'll be done with this in about 10 minutes or less, and the so-called uplifting images aren't particularly compelling or outstanding enough to make me want to pick it up when times are grey. You'll be happier browsing Pinterest if you need a pick-me-up.
July 12, 2022
Pinterest posts before Pinterest. I feel like I’ve definitely seen some before while pinning to my boards.
Very cute compilation! Good for a short casual sit and read in a waiting room a coffee table piece.
Very cute compilation! Good for a short casual sit and read in a waiting room a coffee table piece.
July 18, 2023
Basically a badly curated Pinterest board of cliched niceties, waste of time, not even that inspiring, very odd little book, can't imagine who would actually buy it.
Zipped through it all in less than 5 minutes, found it in the hotel reading room on holiday.
Zipped through it all in less than 5 minutes, found it in the hotel reading room on holiday.
January 3, 2019
Quotes that stood out for me;
Do what you love and love what you do.
It's ok to have everything I want
Do what you love and love what you do.
It's ok to have everything I want
January 16, 2020
1/5 stars
June 11, 2020
Sometimes you just need a cotton candy book; sweet and fluffy, nevertheless, artful.
September 18, 2020
Motivational words in pretty pictures. Nice to have on your living room coffee table for really bored guests.
April 5, 2021
This small book features artwork containing notes of encouragement and affirmation. Nothing new, really. It's a really great idea, but all of these are seen daily on social media.
February 3, 2022
Lovely little book with inspirational positive artistic images!
April 6, 2022
This was boring and some of the art was hard to read. At least it was only 5 minutes of my life.
August 11, 2022
Loved this book, colourful and powerful
August 1, 2015
This is basically like scrolling through the 'inspiration' tag of Tumblr or Pinterest, not really what I was expecting, also glad I got it for free on Scribd rather than on Kindle? It's just a collection of motivating/'inspiring' pictures and quotes and things.
Not sure I'm the target audience, as I'm an avid Tumblr/Pinterest user and also I am not one to turn to mush over inspirational short quotes that could be made into bumper stickers. Not sure whether to even count this in my 'books read' but I did read it? Ish? So I guess it counts.
Not sure I'm the target audience, as I'm an avid Tumblr/Pinterest user and also I am not one to turn to mush over inspirational short quotes that could be made into bumper stickers. Not sure whether to even count this in my 'books read' but I did read it? Ish? So I guess it counts.
September 2, 2015
A great little book of thoughts and quotes. I opened it and immediately found quotes that brought my Mum and a died-too-soon friend to mind. And then a picture of a place I've been to with R. And the a thought that means the same as a phrase a super-supportive new friend has started to use. In short, reassures me that maybe, just maybe "everything *is* going to be ok"
June 14, 2016
It's the type of book you need to read when you're having bad day and/or reading slump and/or need a bit boost. Full of inspirational quotes and pretty pictures (which I know can be found in Tumblr, but sometimes you just need a pretty book with them), it's an instant read that will bring a smile to your face.
September 3, 2015
I wanted this book for it's pretty cover and expected things to be equally sweet inside. Lackluster artwork, wasted space, overused quotes. Unfortunately this was less appealing than scrolling through a random tumblr account, but it looks cute on the shelf...
February 16, 2015
Have you ever had a bad day? A day where nothing is going right, and you feel horrible and upset and you just want to stay in bed. This little tiny book is perfect for one of those days. Filled with photography, typography and gorgeous artwork.
December 31, 2016
I usually love this style of book (one that is part picture, phrase and all about inspiration), but this one felt a little lacking and shallow compared with others I have read. It felt more a collection of memes, and left me aching for 'Drops like stars' by Rob Bell in a very real way.
August 3, 2016
Cute, but could have been a lot better designed and laid out.
April 22, 2013
Short. Sweet. Uplifting.
July 12, 2017
3.5 stars.
May 24, 2013
WHAT A WONDERFUL BOOK! omg, it's so inspiring, it's the cutest book I have, it has a lot of pictures, they are all beautiful, I love this book. ♥
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