Christine Mason Miller : Books

DESIRE TO INSPIRE: Using Creative Passion to Transform the World
	{Author} In Desire to Inspire, readers will be introduced to twenty extraordinary women – writers, artists and entrepreneurs – all of whom share a unique example of how they create a meaningful life and, in turn, make a positive impact on the world. The stories and examples explore the roots of their desire to inspire and how they manage to pursue their passions in the midst of all the twists and turns life has given them. In addition to a beautiful collection of quotes, stories, and anecdotes, readers are given substantive, encouraging exercises aimed at supporting their own journey towards a meaningful, mindful life. *Read the praise for Desire to Inspire.*

DESIRE TO INSPIRE: Using Creative Passion to Transform the World

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In Desire to Inspire, readers will be introduced to twenty extraordinary women – writers, artists and entrepreneurs – all of whom share a unique example of how they create a meaningful life and, in turn, make a positive impact on the world. The stories and examples explore the roots of their desire to inspire and how they manage to pursue their passions in the midst of all the twists and turns life has given them. In addition to a beautiful collection of quotes, stories, and anecdotes, readers are given substantive, encouraging exercises aimed at supporting their own journey towards a meaningful, mindful life.
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LOST HIGHWAYS AND LIVING ROOMS: Writings from Tour de Word
	{Contributor ~ Foreword} by Maya Stein A compilation of writings from Maya Stein’s cross-country poetry project, Tour de Word. Includes poetry, fiction, and non-fiction pieces from more than 60 contributors ages 8-80.

ART SAVES: Stories, Inspiration and Prompts Sharing the Power of Art
	{Contributor} by Jenny Doh See how, through our various artistic releases, you can connect with a deeper part of yourself, escape from the challenges and pressures of life and connect with those in need. Inside Art Saves, be inspired by 20 artists who have used their talent and passion to elevate and infuse their lives with beauty and meaning. In addition to reading the various artists’ stories and discovering the beautiful photos in this book, you will also be walked step-by-step through a project from each artist and also find tips on how they can use art in their own lives.

ART SAVES: Stories, Inspiration and Prompts Sharing the Power of Art

{Contributor}
by Jenny Doh
See how, through our various artistic releases, you can connect with a deeper part of yourself, escape from the challenges and pressures of life and connect with those in need. Inside Art Saves, be inspired by 20 artists who have used their talent and passion to elevate and infuse their lives with beauty and meaning. In addition to reading the various artists’ stories and discovering the beautiful photos in this book, you will also be walked step-by-step through a project from each artist and also find tips on how they can use art in their own lives.

THE ARTIST UNIQUE: Discovering Your Creative Signature Through Inspiration and Techniques
	{Contributor} by Carmen Torbus So many of us struggle with finding our own voice and with knowing which skills and artistic direction to focus on in order to create a look that doesn’t mirror everyone else’s, but a look that we can feel good about as being uniquely our own. In this book, you are introduced to 15 contributing artists- each with a new art-making technique to share as well as a brief glimpse at their own stories of how they discovered how to make a look that is uniquely theirs.

THE ARTIST UNIQUE: Discovering Your Creative Signature Through Inspiration and Techniques

{Contributor}
by Carmen Torbus
So many of us struggle with finding our own voice and with knowing which skills and artistic direction to focus on in order to create a look that doesn’t mirror everyone else’s, but a look that we can feel good about as being uniquely our own. In this book, you are introduced to 15 contributing artists- each with a new art-making technique to share as well as a brief glimpse at their own stories of how they discovered how to make a look that is uniquely theirs.

ORDINARY SPARKLING MOMENTS: Reflections on Success and Contentment
	{Author} Is it possible to find meaning in our day to day existence? Can wisdom be attained while we run errands, do the dishes and pay our bills? Ordinary Sparkling Moments ~ a joyful combination of the writing, collage and photography of Christine Mason Miller ~ explores these questions and more, celebrating the deeper truths that await our discovery in some of life’s most mundane moments.

ORDINARY SPARKLING MOMENTS: Reflections on Success and Contentment

{Author}
Is it possible to find meaning in our day to day existence? Can wisdom be attained while we run errands, do the dishes and pay our bills? Ordinary Sparkling Moments ~ a joyful combination of the writing, collage and photography of Christine Mason Miller ~ explores these questions and more, celebrating the deeper truths that await our discovery in some of life’s most mundane moments.

THE JOURNAL: Volume 1
	{Contributor} There is a lovely spirit of connection and collaboration that has emerged from the gatherings at Squam Art Workshops. However, *The Journal* is not about the workshops themselves. Rather, it is an exploration of the journeys we take, how we can find friendship in the most unexpected places, and the restorative power of natural beauty– but above all, it is about what happens when you honor your creativity.

THE JOURNAL: Volume 1

{Contributor}
There is a lovely spirit of connection and collaboration that has emerged from the gatherings at Squam Art Workshops. However, The Journal is not about the workshops themselves. Rather, it is an exploration of the journeys we take, how we can find friendship in the most unexpected places, and the restorative power of natural beauty– but above all, it is about what happens when you honor your creativity.

FOUR-WORD SELF-HELP: Simple Wisdom for Complex Lives
	{Contributor} by Patti Digh A pithy nod to the fact that life is simpler than we try to make it. Each concise nugget of advice has been interpreted in original art submitted by artists from around the world, making this book a visual feast for those who could, simply, use just a little bit of help and inspiration.

TAKING FLIGHT: Inspiration and Techniques to Give Your Creative Spirit Wings
	{Contributor} by Kelly Rae Roberts In Taking Flight, you’ll find overflowing inspiration. Take a fearless journey into the heart of creativity as you test your wings and learn to find the sacred in the ordinary, honor your memories, speak your truth and wrap yourself in the arms of community.

CREATIVELY SELF-EMPLOYED: How Writers And Artists Deal with Career Ups And Downs

{Contributor}
by Kristen Fischer
If you think that working from home in your pajamas—writing a book, painting a masterpiece or designing a work of art—sounds like a fun, carefree life … you’re right! In this book, creative types discuss what life is really like when you take the plunge into creative self-employment. From waiting for clients to pay up and battling the “lonelies” to gaining self-assurance and growing your business, you’ll get a candid look at authentic living—straight from those who are out there making it happen.

PLANT YOUR DREAMS and the MIRACLES WILL GROW
	{Author & Illustrator} Everything starts as a dream. The goal could be a new home, a wonderful relationship, an exotic vacation, or fulfilling work, but in every case the dream comes first. In Plant Your Dreams and the Miracles Will Grow, inspirational words are paired with whimsical illustrations to create a unique gift book about making dreams come true. From the book: “Only when we dare to spread our wings…do we begin to truly live.”