creation (literary, artistic, etc.)

Actor and playwright Anna Deavere Smith reflects on the creative process, the artist's life, and the acting profession in a series of brief letters addressed to a fictitious teenage.

A collection of collages by Lynda Barry that explores the themes of memory and the writing process.

Simple text and illustrations with flaps encourage children's creativity.

A timeless treasury of truth, wisdom, and common sense. This book will help you: understand the real meaning of the word success; find the best in the world, in others, in yourself; see the relationship between good character and a good life; appreciate old-fashioned virtues such as respect, hard work, honesty, kindness, etc.

Filmmaker David Lynch describes his working style, his artistic vision, and the influence of meditation on his creativity, and discusses specific works such as "Twin Peaks, " "Industrial Symphony No. 1, " "Lost Highway, " and "Mulholland Drive.".

Thirty-nine individuals that many consider heroes, including Muhammad Ali, Senator John McCain, and Dana Reeve, discuss their own heroes.

Photographer Vik Muniz shares details about his life and career, explains his creative process, and offers samples of his work.