Creativity isn’t just for artists. It’s a way of seeing, responding, and engaging with the world that’s available to all of us – regardless of skill, medium, or profession. This theme celebrates books that encourage us to reclaim our creative birthright, whether through writing, painting, making, or simply living more imaginatively.
These are books that explore creativity as a daily practice, a form of inner listening, and a pathway to greater freedom, playfulness, and authenticity. Whether you’ve never picked up a brush or you’ve longed to return to a neglected craft, these titles speak to the quiet joy of making things – not to impress, but to feel more alive.
Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic is a luminous call to creative living – boldly, imperfectly, and with a generous heart. Blending soulful insight with playful wisdom, this book encourages us to honour inspiration, embrace fear, and make things simply because we love to. A perfect companion for those seeking to reconnect with their creative spirit.
Keeping a Nature Journal by Clare Walker Leslie is more than a drawing guide – it’s a soulful invitation to observe, reflect, and reconnect with the living world. Filled with inspiring sketches, accessible tips, and gentle wisdom, it turns simple moments outdoors into a contemplative practice. Ideal for those seeking a meaningful, creative habit rooted in nature and self-awareness.
If you’re drawn to living more creatively, you might also enjoy exploring the Creative and Expressive Alternative Archetypes – soulful guides for those whose purpose is found in making, imagining, and expressing.