Customer Reviews
I have struggled to keep a journal for many years and always have lost momentum after a week or two. I got this book in mid April and I am not only continuing to use the prompts on a daily basis but look forward to starting again when I get to the end. Her wonderful reflections set the stage for the poignant stories that begin the days thoughts for the prompts and personal work. I wish I had recieved this book earlier in my life. I’m 78 and looking forward to many more years of writing.
Long time fan of this author and her story. It resonates with everyone who has gone through a difficult journey. This book is more of a guide book, prompts to journal about. I am savoring it as each chapter is meaningful and brings hope and a sense of wonder and joy!
I read the first few pages of The Book of Alchemy at the public library. I was immediately hooked. Needed my own copy to have and to hold! Why? Because Suleika Jaouad has invited 100 persons of note to write a two-page piece plus a writing prompt—enough for 100 days of journaling self-discovery! "Alchemy" is derived from the ancient practice of transforming a base metal into a more valuable one, such as gold. Spiritually, alchemy refers to the transformation of ourselves to a higher level through personal growth and self-discovery. I can say that each of the pages I've written based on the prompts has definitely taken me to a new place I hadn't thought of. I look forward to each day's reading and prompt. So inspiring!
Suleika has curated a collection of writing from some of the best creative minds and turned each narrative into a writing prompt that reaches deep into the heart and imagination. Her words, her story, both generous and wise, are inspiring. Thank you, Suleika.
A beautiful book by a beautiful soul! Suleika, the writer, organizes the book into several chapters related to aspects of the writing life and the work of writing. Within each chapter are short essays by others who write, all together forming a personal and illuminating book, not just on writing but on life. I can't recommend this book highly enough--especially if you've also read Between Two Kingdoms (her first book) and/or seen American Symphony. It's not a how-to book, but an inspiration and an excellent collection of prompts to go with the short essays.
