For over a decade, Sarah Selecky has been running an online writing school as a compassionate alternative to MFA programs for writers of all genres who want to write well. Story is a State of Mind: Writing and the Art of Creative Curiosity is the logical next step: a gentle guide to help writers strengthen and tap their inner resources in service of a limitless writing practice.
For Selecky, writing is both an art and a contemplative practice, and her approach as an instructor is literary and intuitive. Writing exercises and guided meditations are interwoven with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement to help writers find a groove, and to build awareness, confidence, and technique. Story Is a State of Mind transcends mere fixes for individual writing problems and helps writers cultivate a mindset that allows them to see possibility and discover totally new connections in their work—and beyond.
This is a book that teaches creative presence, shows us how to slow down and get centred, and asks us to embrace a wholeminded writing life through study, craft, and play.
Pair it with Sarah Selecky’s Story Is A State of Mind Deck of 50 writing prompts for maximum inspiration!
Assembly Press
ISBN-13: 9781998336012
ISBN-10 : 1998336018
Publication date: December 31, 2024
“Story Is A State of Mind: Writing and The Art of Creative Curiosity by Sarah Selecky is a brilliant, soulful, transformative guide to the craft of writing. Filled with powerful exercises and practical wisdom, Sarah helps writers explore their creativity, set boundaries (my biggest challenge), and cultivate the discipline needed to finish their work (my second biggest challenge). Having had the privilege of teaching alongside Sarah, I can personally attest to her talent and deep understanding of the writing process. I’m currently working on my eleventh book and struggling to find my groove, so this book comes at just the right time for me! Story Is A State Of Mind is an essential companion for anyone serious about their writing journey.”