The Writer's Portable Therapist: 25 Sessions to a Creativity Cure
Some might say that every writer needs a good therapist. Now, they can have one. Every writer needs help. Some just need it more than others. Now, "The Writer's Portable Therapist" is here to make... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1593375441
ISBN13:9781593375447
Release Date:January 2006
Publisher:Adams Media Corporation
Length:285 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 5.5" x 6.2"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Gem for writers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This book is a gem. And it really is what it claims: a portable therapist for writers. For every challenge a writer faces, Ballon has answers. For every day that a writer wants to give up, Ballon has a suggestion. But most importantly, for every problem a writer faces, Ballon has a solution. In too many situations we talk about problems and how they affect us or make our lives difficult. But rarely do we focus on solutions. Why? Because solutions are too straightforward. They deprive us of the ability to wallow in self pity. Somehow, we, as humans, want to go 'round in circles about problems. But a solution would cut the problem to a quick. Indeed this is the answer: to SOLVE the problems quickly - to keep us moving on and to keep us producing - sometimes against insurmountable odds. Ballon takes this brave step and offers many solutions - the most important tools we need to grow and evolve as writers. She understands the difficulties and the sometimes bizarre and complex problems writers face. For this reason, this book should be a requirement for every writing program in the country.
Ballon really understands writers and their process
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is wonderful. Rachel Ballon adddressed every issue I've ever had as a writer and then offered such imaginative solutions. Ballon seems to really understand writers and their process. Other books simply offer pat structures to writing. If you are blocked, it doesn't matter what structure you have in front of you. I'll read this book again and again. MGE
I love this book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Rachel Ballon sure understands the challenges so many writers face. Her latest book is packed with gentle yet practical suggestions that will guide all writers out of their creative stumbling blocks towards completion of their project.
Creative Therapy At Its Best!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This little book packs a big wallop -- exploring those internal nooks and crannies and helping the writer to make sense of the emotional challenges many writers face when it comes to penning a screenplay, article, novel or short story. There's a reason Rachel Ballon is called "Doc Hollywood" and once you read this helpful and insightful book, you'll know why!
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