Emily K. Neuburger’s award-winning book, Journal Sparks, is a delightful and inspirational guide that encourages readers of all ages to explore the boundless possibilities of creative self-expression through journaling. This interactive book is filled with 60 engaging writing prompts and art how-tos that will spark your imagination and stimulate your creativity.
Neuburger’s approach to journaling is multi-faceted, incorporating words, drawing, collage, and observation-based list-making. Each spread in the book invites you to try a new technique for filling a page, from creating a visual map of a day in your life to transforming random splotches into quirky characters for a playful story. The prompts and activities are designed to help you expand your imagination and develop your unique voice.
Journal Sparks is the perfect companion for those countless blank notebooks waiting to be filled with your ideas, thoughts, and creations. It serves as an ideal launchpad for anyone aged 10 to 100 who wants to explore the world of creative self-expression. The book has received numerous accolades, including the Teachers’ Choice Award, Mom’s Choice Awards, Foreword INDIES Gold Award, and National Parenting Product Awards.
Praised by artists, authors, and educators alike, “Journal Sparks” is a treasure trove of inspiration. Jennifer Orkin Lewis, an artist and illustrator, describes the book as “visually adorable and joyful,” while Susan Schwake, best-selling author of the “Art Lab for Kids” series, hails it as “a great roadmap for getting started with journaling.” Catherine Newman, author of “Waiting for Birdy” and “Catastrophic Happiness,” recommends the book for families, noting that the prompts are both approachable and imaginative.
In a world increasingly dominated by digital screens and information overload, “Journal Sparks” offers a refreshing opportunity to disconnect, reflect, and create. As Sam Intrator, professor of education and child study at Smith College, points out, Neuburger’s book “inspires us to use a journal to notice, feel, connect, and reflect.”
Emily K. Neuburger, a passionate advocate for the intersection of words and art, has created a truly transcendent book that will inspire and engage readers of all ages. With Journal Sparks, you’ll find yourself eager to grab your journal and pencil, ready to embark on a creative journey of self-discovery and artistic exploration.