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The Book of Alchemy

A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life

Author: Suleika Jaouad  

The Book of Alchemy
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A guide to the art of journalling and meditation on the central questions of life, from the bestselling author of Between Two Kingdoms.Suleika Jaouad's journal has been a lifelong companion- marking life's great occasions and helping her ride its roughest waves, through illness, heartbreak, and the deepest oceans of uncertainty. Like Suleika, many consider it a transformative and often vulnerable journey of self-discovery. The Book of Alchemy explores this art and offers companionship and support to those seeking to navigate the in-between. It gives readers invaluable tools to engage with discomfort and peel back the layers shrouding their truest selves.

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Critic Reviews

An extraordinary collection of wisdom from some of the world’s greatest writers—and an inspiring set of prompts for your own writing. A springboard to new ideas, new insights, and new identities. Adam Grant, bestselling author of 'Think Again' and the podcast Re:Thinking
A stellar collection of prompts and invitations that will enrich any journal. Katherine May, author of 'Wintering'
A beautiful curation of deeply inspiring creative advice. A reminder that life itself is the work of art, and we can use the simplest of tools to capture it. This book is a helping hand for anyone wanting to turn the act of creative living into a daily practice. It is both galvanising and comforting. An instant classic. Emma Gannon, author of 'The Success Myth'
The Book of Alchemy proves on every page that a creative response can be found in every moment of life—regardless of what is happening in the world. It also demonstrates that we can be more creative together than we could ever be alone. This book is not only beautiful, but exceedingly helpful. I recommend it to every dreamer, with the highest respect and joy. Elizabeth Gilbert, author of 'Eat, Pray, Love'
Beyond her brilliance as a writer, Suleika Jaouad's greatest offering to the world is her brilliance of generosity, her curiosity, her seeking heart and mind. The Book of Alchemy is an extension and expansion of these gifts, carefully curated and thoughtfully presented, it doesn't offer just one single answer, or one north star, but an entire galaxy. A path, with many paths springing forth from it, for anyone who wants to write, or chase an idea, or descend into their work with a newfound exuberance. This book is a gift. Hanif Abdurraqib, author of 'There’s Always This Year'
Brilliant. Gentle. Encouraging. If you want to make your life richer, follow her lead. Suleika Jaouad is showing us how to find wisdom in every transition, graduation, and U-turn. The perfect mix of incandescent wisdom and kick-in-the-pants motivation to start your own creative journey. Kate Bowler, author of 'Everything Happens for a Reason'
The prompts are varied enough to appeal to devoted diarists and newbies alike, and Jaouad poignantly interweaves her own intimate meditations on creativity, pain, and art. The result is a stellar guide that’s sure to spark the imagination. Publishers Weekly (starred review)
The Book of Alchemy proves on every page that a creative response can be found in every moment of life -regardless of what is happening in the world. It also demonstrates that we can be more creative together than we could ever be alone. This book is not only beautiful but exceedingly helpful. I recommend it to every dreamer, with the highest respect and joy. Elizabeth Gilbert, author of 'Eat Pray Love'

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About the Author

Suleika Jaouad is the author of New York Times bestselling memoir Between Two Kingdoms (translated into over 20 languages). She wrote the Emmy Award-winning New York Times column and video series \"Life, Interrupted,\" and her essays and feature stories have appeared in New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Vogue, and more. She is the subject of the Oscar-nominated documentary American Symphony alongside her husband Jon Batiste - a portrait of two artists during a year of extreme highs and lows. She is the creator of the Isolation Journals, a weekly newsletter and global community that harnesses creativity as a tool to navigate life.

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Product Details

Publisher
Vintage Publishing | Square Peg
Published
24th April 2025
Pages
336
ISBN
9781529949674

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