{"product_id":"this-is-not-a-book-9780399535215","title":"This Is Not a Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInteractive Creative Activity Book by Keri Smith\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Keri Smith, the internationally bestselling creator of \u003ci\u003eWreck This Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, comes a curious and engaging rethinking of what a book can be. \u003ci\u003eThis Is Not a Book\u003c\/i\u003e is an illustrated guide that challenges readers to creatively examine all the different ways this unconventional journal can be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCreative Prompts and Interactive Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis interactive book features intriguing prompts that transform it into multiple creative tools. Use it as a secret message device by tearing out pages, writing notes for strangers, and leaving them in public places. Turn it into a recording device by having everyone you contact write their name inside. Create an instrument by exploring sounds through flipping pages or slapping the cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnique Approach to Journaling and Creativity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional journals, this book forces you to ask fundamental questions about purpose and function. With a kaleidoscope of possible answers to \"If it's not a book, what is it then?\", readers discover new ways to engage with creative expression. Each activity encourages artistic exploration and mindful interaction with the physical object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Artists and Creative Thinkers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for anyone seeking to break conventional boundaries of journaling and creative writing. This paperback activity book serves as both an art therapy tool and a unique gift for artists, creators, and those interested in exploring their creative ability through hands-on prompts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeri Smith\u003c\/b\u003e is a bestselling author, illustrator, and thinker. Her books include \u003ci\u003eWreck This Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Wander Society\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThis is Not a Book\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Be an Explorer of the World\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMess\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFinish This Book\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Pocket Scavenger\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWreck This Journal Everywhere\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEverything Is Connected\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Imaginary World of...\u003c\/i\u003e as well as Wreck This App, This is Not an App, and the Pocket Scavenger app. She enjoys spending time with her husband, experimental musician Jefferson Pitcher, and two children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680596726034,"sku":"9780399535215","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_14150a53-de26-4f24-b239-0b391d33a9ff.jpg?v=1734923008","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/this-is-not-a-book-9780399535215","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}