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Books on Creativity

This is only a list of some of the available books on creativity; not intended as recommendations or endorsements.
List Updated January 27, 2010

Many of the books are available on Amazon.com and can be easily found by clicking on the book cover photos at the bottom of this page.

A Whack On The Side Of The Head: How You Can Be More Creative by Roger Von Oech, 2008 Warner Books 256 pgs.

Aha: 10 Ways to Free Your Creative Spirit and Find Your Great Ideas by Jordan E. Ayan, 1996 Three Rivers 288 pgs.

An Artist's Book of Inspiration: A Collection of Thoughts on Art, Artists and Creativity by Astrid Fitzgerald (Editor). 1996 Lindisfarne Books 256 pgs.

Art & Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking by Ted Orland and David Bayles, 2001 Image Continuum Press 122 pgs.

Art + Quilt: Design Principles and Creativity Exercises by Lyric Kinard, 2009 Interweave Press 136 pgs.

Art & Soul: Notes on Creating by Audrey Flack, 1991 Penguin Books 160 pgs.

Artists' and Writers' Colonies, Retreats, Residencies and Respites for the Creative Mind by Robyn Middleton (Editor) et al, 2000 Blue Heron Publishing 304 pgs.

Artist's Communities: A Directory of Residencies in the United States That Offer Time and Space for Creativity by Deborah Obalil et al, 2005 Allworth Press 271 pgs.

Artist's Soul: Daily Nourishment To Support Creative Growth by Linda Coons, 2000 Tarcher 512 pgs.

Caffeine for the Creative Mind: 250 Exercises to Wake Up Your Brain by Stefan Mumaw and Wendy Lee Oldfield, 2006 How 59 pgs.

Celebrate Your Creative Self by Mary Todd Beam, 2001 North Light Books 128 pgs.

Chi and Creativity: Vital Energy and Your Inner Artist by Elise Dirlam Ching and Kaleo Ching, 2007 Blue Snake Books 352 pgs.

Cracking Creativity: The Secrets of Creative Genius by Michael Michalko, 2001 Ten Speed Press 309 pgs.

Creating An Imaginative Life by Micheal Jones, 1995 Conari Press 225 pgs + CD

Creating From The Spirit: A Path To Creative Power in Art and Life by Dan Wakefield, 1997 Ballantine Books 321 pgs.

Creativity and The Mind: Discovering the Genius Within by Thomas B. Ward, Ronald A. Finke, Steven M. Smith, 2002 Perseus Book Group 288 pgs.

Creativity Workout: 62 Exercises to Unlock Your Most Creative Ideas by Edward De Bono, 2008 Ulysses Press 192 pgs.

Drawing on The Artist Within: An Inspirational and Practical Guide to Increasing Your Creative Powers by Betty Edwards, 1987 Fireside 256 pgs.

Drawing From Within: Unleashing Your Creative Potential by Nick Meglin, Diane Meglin, 1999 Warner Books 240 pgs.

Drawing Without Fear by Robert Dvorak, 1997 Inkwell Press 144 pgs.

Escape from the Maze- 9 Steps to Personal Creativity by James Higgins, 1996 New Management Pub. 252 pgs.

Fearless Creating: A Step by Step Guide to Starting and Completing Your Work of Art by Eric Maisel, 1995 Tarcher 267 pgs.

If You Want to Write: A Book About Art, Independence and Spirit by Brenda Ueland, 1997 Publisher: Graywolf Press 179 pgs.

Inspiring Creativity: An Anthology of Powerful Insights and Practical Ideas to Guide You to Successful Creating by Rick Benzel 2005 Creativity Coaching Association Press 224 pgs.

How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day by Michael J. Gelb 2000 Dell 336 pgs.

Leonardo's Ink Bottle; The Artist's Way of Seeing by Roberta Weir, 1998 Celestial Arts 221 pgs.

Making Pearls: Living the Creative Life A by Jeanne Carbonetti, 2001 Watson-Guptill 112 pgs.

Marry Your Muse: Making A Lasting Commitment to Your Creativity by Jan Phillips, 1997 Quest Books 320 pgs.

New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Workbook: Guided Practice in the Five Basic Skills of Drawing by Betty Edwards, 2002 Tarcher 160 pgs.

No More Secondhand Art; Awakening The Artist Within by Peter London, 1989 Shambhala 190 pgs.

Painting from the Source: Awakening the Artist's Soul in Everyone by Aviva Gold, Elena Oumano, 1998 Harper Perennial 240 pgs.

Soul Fire: Accessing Your Creativity by Father Thomas Ryan, 2008 Skylight Paths Publishing 138 pgs.

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron, 2002 Tarcher 272 pgs.

The Artist's Quest for Inspiration by Peggy Hadden, 2000 Allworth Press 255 pgs.

The Blank Canvas: Inviting The Muse by Anna Held Audette, 1993 Shambhala 109 pgs.

The Creative Artist: A Fine Artist's Guide to Expanding Your Creativity and Achieving Your Artistic Potential by Nita Leland, 1993 North Light Books 160 pgs.

The Creative Edge: Exercises to Celebrate Your Creative Self by Mary Todd Beam 2009 North Light Books 144 pages

The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life by Twyla Tharp, 2005 Simon & Schuster 256 pgs.

The How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci Workbook: Your Personal Companion to How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci by Michael J. Gelb 1999 Dell 288 pgs.

The New Drawing on the Right Side of The Brain: A Course in Enhancing Creativity and Artistic Confidence by Betty Edwards, 1999 Tarcher 320 pgs.

The Not-So-Lost Soul Companion: More Hope, Strength, and Strategies for Artists and Artists-at-Heart by Susan M. Brackney, 2002 Dell 224 pgs.

The Path of Least Resistance: Learning to Become the Creative Force in Your Own Life by Robert Fritz, 1989 Ballantine Books 320 pgs.

The Van Gogh Blues: The Creative Person's Path Through Depression by Eric Maisel, 2007 New World Library 272 pgs.

The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield 2003 Grand Central Publishing 192 pgs.

Trust the Process: An Artist's Guide to Letting Go by Shaun McNiff, 1998 Shambhala 210 pgs.

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