In the first chapter you find Peter Sebastian, a lonely widower, on a plane to Italy to identify the supposed corpse of his son, Luke. As he travels, Peter reads Luke's left-behind journal in hopes of figuring out clues to his mysterious death. What he does find, is rather different, as his son had a secret relationship with the young and beautiful Saskia Einreihner, a German exchange student who captured Luke's heart. As Peter enters Luke's world, he soon figures out that he isn't finding out how Luke died, but more or less finally realizing how his son lived.
When nomad artist and free spirit Dan Price began jotting down his musings in the form of whimsical drawings and inspired prose, he hardly could have imagined that his self-published journal-zine, the MOONLIGHT CHRONICLES, would earn him a cult following across the country. Now in its twentieth edition, the MOONLIGHT CHRONICLES has brought Dan's creed of "truth, beauty, and really big sabbaticals from the convention of life" to thousands across the countryWith such a following, Dan figured it was time to collect his offbeat observations into book form in hopes of inspiring other would-be journal writers to take pen, camera, and brush in hand. As Dan is fond of noting "Seems there's tons of empty journal books, but not too many on how to fill 'em up!" In HOW TO MAKE A JOURNAL, Dan answers the call, teaching readers how to tap into those pent-up creative juices and collect their life experiences on paper.
John Steinbeck wrote The Grapes of Wrath during an astonishing burst of activity between June and October of 1938. Throughout the time he was creating his greatest work, Steinbeck faithfully kept a journal revealing his arduous journey toward its completion. The journal, like the novel it chronicles, tells a tale of dramatic proportions—of dogged determination and inspiration, yet also of paranoia, self-doubt, and obstacles. It records in intimate detail the conception and genesis of The Grapes of Wrath and its huge though controversial success. It is a unique and penetrating portrait of an emblematic American writer creating an essential American masterpiece.
Luann Budd offers to help you get started journaling, and she introduces you to the power of writing as a spiritual discipline through helpful tips and examples from her own journals.
An introspective fill-in-the-blank that helps readers reflect on their past, evaluate the present, and dream for the future. My Life Map helps people at any stage of life create a visual road map of both their past and their future in major life areas such as family, work, play, friends, and education. Charting the past highlights patterns you may not have noticed before. Seeing the years ahead encourages you to set goals and shape a future with intention and purpose. This interactive self-help journal includes innovative mapping and chapters on Creating Your Maps (warm-up exercises for envisioning your future and tips on how to fill out your maps); Sample Journeys (completed maps of fictitious people at different stages of life); My Life Maps (blank whole-life, ten-year, and subject maps to fill out); Putting Your Maps into Practice (tips and tools for establishing next steps and annual checkups); and Reflections (blank pages to record discoveries, challenges, or promises).
This stylish journal created exclusively for book lovers includes custom reading lists, charming literary quotes, and plenty of room to record what you've read and what you'd love to read. "Books are knowledge. Books are reflection. Books change your mind."--Toni Morrison Designed by a book lover for book lovers, My Reading Life is the ideal companion for all your literary adventures. Anne Bogel, better known online as The Modern Mrs. Darcy, provides you with insightful reading lists for every popular genre and each season. She even helps you determine the kinds of books you'd most like to read based on your interests. You'll also appreciate the sleek, compact design, perfect for taking on the go to the library, bookstore, or your next book club gathering. So much more than just a journal, this book is a joyful celebration of the written word, one that will significantly enrich every day of your reading life.
"My life story so far..." Every day is an opportunity to live your dreams, and create new ones. Record your dreams, and your path towards them, in this journal. With 148 pages, half lined, half blank, there is plenty of space for you two write and draw to your heart's desire. Plus, every time you look at the journal and read the quote you'll be motivated to bigger and better things.
Life is a journey. Plot yours well. Are you increasingly frustrated with how your life is going? Do you feel overwhelmed by its constant demands? Are you tired of the weight of life crushing in on you and desperately need some relief? If this is you, I invite you to stop, take a deep breath, and try something new. Welcome to the Life Journey Journal--a journal specifically designed to give you that much needed daily dose of fresh air. Within these pages, you'll find a simple, flexible, and powerful system that will help you navigate life by cutting through overwhelm and finding a moment of creative calm no matter what life storm you're currently facing. Each page is structured with a large lined section for writing and a smaller section for extra notes, drawing, or coloring. The writing section of each page includes a date and title area and a lined gray area that can be used for bullet points, numbers, or checkmarks when you need to make lists. Full-color photographs and inspirational quotes are sprinkled throughout the book to help encourage you each day. In addition to its innovative design, this journal includes specific guiding prompts to help you write what is most meaningful to you in your current stage of life. Included are guides for: prayer, productivity, grief, gratefulness, health/fitness, travel, and even story-writing. All of this is organized into a book not just designed to get you writing, but also drawing, coloring, and creating your way to a better, more purposeful life. However you choose to use this journal, treat it as your daily dose of creative clarity and you'll find that the mad dash of life will sweep you off your chosen path far less often.
Help grandma tell her life's story with this guided journal Grandmothers have important stories to tell. This grandmother's journal is filled with insightful prompts that encourage her to reflect and write about everything that has shaped her and made her who she is today. She'll share her unique perspectives and life lessons that will offer wisdom to her loved ones for generations to come. With this my-life-story-so-far journal, grandma will: Write her memoir--She can document her life in chronological order, from her favorite childhood memories to what it was like becoming a grandparent and the legacy she wants to leave behind. Find room for in-depth reflection--Plenty of lined space will allow grandma to open up, get creative, and record as many details as she'd like after each thought-provoking prompt. Create a cherished keepsake--This journal's beautiful design and carefully curated prompts make it easy for grandmothers to fill out and share with grandchildren, family, and friends. Inspire the grandmother in your life to record her life's story with this grandma journal that makes for a special and meaningful gift.
