This title is a fun new approach to using tarot in a person's life. I like to do tarot readings not only for daily life readings, Having a new approach and a method of deepening my relationship to art and creativity is very fun and I recommend it for people who find themselves getting in a creative rut.

I thought this was a unique approach to the world of tarot. There's a page for every card in the deck and every description is easy to understand for even the most amateur of card readers. I really enjoyed the artwork in the book and I look forward to purchasing it for my personal collection!

I loved the content I read, but the two-column format just didn’t work well for reading the book electronically. I got the paperback, and I anticipate it will go much better.

Publishers, *please* consider accessibility, especially if you’re going to release books electronically in two-column format. Many of us who are neuroatypical cannot process text when there’s more in peripheral vision, and we don’t have the bandwidth for pinch-out, read, pinch-in, scoot over, and pinch-out on every single page.

This book is specifically written for people who have (or want to own) a deck of tarot cards and who will use their deck in combination with this book to spur or unlock their creativity. And it’s a fantastic, comprehensive, and thorough book for this purpose!

Tarot is a deck of divining, fortune-telling cards. There are 22 Major Arcana cards (Tower, Fool, Hermit, Lovers, Sun, Moon, Devil, Magician, etc.) plus 56 Minor Arcana cards in 4 suits (cups, swords, wands, and coins) numbered from Ace to 10 plus 4 face cards (Page, Knight, King, Queen).

Tarot decks have been around for centuries and the artwork and interpretations have been updated over time. For example, the gender-neutral “Hanged One” now replaces the traditional “Hanged Man” in the deck the author pictures throughout.

In this excellent resource, every card has a lengthy description and interpretation through a creative lens. More than this, there are prompts and card layouts throughout that can be used for readings, with helpful insights often in a more positive interpretation than you’d see in the movies or TV shows.

From the book: “As creative prompts, the cards help me explore the energy, themes, and cast of characters involved in my writing projects…. I’ve seen artists use the Major Arcana to promote tone and theme in their work, dancers to turn to the body language of each Major Arcana character to inspire movement, and songwriters use the Major Arcana to set the mood for their compositions.”

The author goes above and beyond to offer fresh and directed guidance and interpretations. In her words, “In my opinion, the tarot is at its weakest when we chalk its symbolism up to rehashing religious tropes without entertaining what lies beyond the loudest parts of the cards.”

After exploring all the individual cards, the author offers 4 exercises for each suit, a sample reading for creativity, and 5 ideas for journaling or blogging with your Tarot deck. I particular like the idea of drawing a card in the morning or evening and reflecting on that card in your journal. For example, you’d read the page about the card’s iconography and creative meanings, then ask yourself:
- What does this card remind me of in my life right now?
- What action does this card inspire me to take?
- What does this card inspire me to let go of?
- What’s the biggest lesson I can learn from this card?

I have a non-traditional Post-Modern Tarot deck (called PoMo Tarot) in which swords are guns, wands are TVs, the magician is replaced with the expert, etc. and since the iconography is also different, I may just need to get a new deck to go with this terrific new resource.

Highly recommended for creative people who are open to Tarot.

Love the combination of using tarot to help inform/inspire creativity. I am super exited to try and incorporate these practices into my daily tarot practice when I want to flex my creative juices but don't want to delve into a big project.

This book is a fresh take on tarot that we haven't seen before. Each card focuses on the creative mind and how you creative life is reflected in tarot. Each card is complete with an explaination and reflection question. The set up lends itself well to an artist looking to create both a tarot and art practice. It is a great way to start your art practice each day and offers a new focus as one is creating.

Tarot for Creativity is so fun! I loved this approach to Tarot reading it is spontaneous and interesting. I enjoyed the fresh approach and the knowledge you can be creative in his you choose to do a tarot reading and the book definitely inspired creativity. I highly recommend it!

What a fun approach to tarot! I have some experience reading the cards, so I used my favorite deck and played with some of Chelsey's ideas. I am not sure this would work as well for readers who have not learned tarot in the past, but for me it was a great read.

I loved this book. It's a fantastic guide that blends the wisdom of tarot and the creative process. It offers a fresh perspective on how tarot can be used as a tool for unlocking inspiration, overcoming creative blocks, and enhancing artistic expression. The exercises and prompts are practical, having you explore your own creative potential in new ways. This book is a valuable resource.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an advanced copy of this book!

This is a fun new way for people to use their tarot cards in creative pursuits. I can see myself using it when I need those creative juices flowing. The layout was well done with each card getting its own page. I recommend this book for people who are not brand new to tarot cards, but also not too set in their own ways of reading tarot. Some of the prompts seem a little generic, but I can see the author trying to hit all creative activities and making them very broad. Overall a well done and unique concept to insert creativity into tarot.

Thanks to Chronicle Books and Netgalley for this copy in exhange for my review.

So I picked this up on a whim, always looking for good prompt books for when I'm hitting my head against writer's block, and was deeply intrigued about the use of tarot. The set up and spreads are easy to follow and the prompts given for each tarot is extremely unique. I really enjoyed this book and plan on using it in the future.

This book is awesome! I love it. Such a fun and engaging way to use tarot to increase one's creativity. I love the layout, the graphics, and the prompts! I plan to buy a hard copy.

If you’ve been looking for a Tarot book to help you expand your Tarot knowledge, then this might be a good book for you! Inside, you will find an introduction, and some basic information on Tarot before diving into the cards. The rest of the book goes through each card in the Major and Minor Arcana. The book helps readers look at the cards differently than they may normally look at them. I’ve used my Tarot and Oracle cards for creative inspiration before, so I like that this book will help people look at their cards in a new light. I also love that there’s so many different spreads included in the book. There’s a spread after each card plus seven spreads at the end of the book.

I think this is an excellent book to have in your collection if you are a Tarot reader, especially if you are artistic in any way. There’s a ton of little creative prompts throughout the book, so even if you don’t pull some cards for yourself or someone else, the prompts may get the wheels in your mind spinning when you feel like you’re stuck.

This was a really cool way to view both tarot and creativity. I really liked a lot of the creative prompts and tarot spreads. I will definitely be using some of them. This would make a really great reference book.

I recommend this book for people who are already somewhat comfortable with interpreting tarot and who also need structure and guidance for their creative expression.

I do not strongly recommend this for those who are very new to tarot. The writer's approach is to introduce each card, give associations to these cards based on familiar concepts, such as works of art or entertainment that could be associated with those ideas, and then frame the card in relation to Creativity before offering suggestions of several creative exercises and a spread based on the card to explore the idea further. It's an engaging approach toward the tarot, but if you do not have your own relationship with the tarot and your own concepts of what each card means, you would be limited by just the author's interpretation and framing of each card. There are numerous books that offer multiple approaches to each card interpretation to help you shape your own understanding of the tarot and it would help to have that background before diving into this. Some of the card interpretations had me thinking "Yes, I'd see how you'd see it that way, but that isn't how I would interpret that card for the most part..." but that's only because I've formed a different relationship to Tarot than the author has.

I also do not strongly recommend this for those who already have some form of structure for their creativity or find creative outlet outside the form of writing and drawing. A prompt to make a collage might inspire you to try something new, but if your creative outlet is dance or music or ceramics, you might find it hard to utilize the creative prompts in a meaningful way to form a deeper relationship to the cards. Many of the prompts involve writing, contemplation, or drawing, though some will stretch into unexpected realms, like a Hermit prompt to go on a solo trip and record your experience. Depending on how you express your creativity, this book will either be an incredible resource of ideas or very little will resonate with you.

Some of the spreads designed in the book (one spread for each card) are very original and clever. Some, you could replace the word "creativity" for "parenthood" or "spirituality" or "career" and have a similar spread with a different focus on another concept. Which may be great for those who want to use the book for other angles like that. It's a good jumping off point to take your mind in new pathways if you have the time and space to dedicate yourself to trying out the different spreads and creative prompts in the book.

This is a fantastic and well-designed book for those who have a comfortable relationship with reading tarot and would like to develop a creative life. It's not so much for those who do not yet understand the meanings behind the cards, have an unconventional creative outlet, or are already fairly confident in the structure and direction of their own creative output.

As a tarot enjoyer but by no means a practiced reader, I was incredibly impressed by Chelsey Pippin Mizzi’s Tarot for Creativity. After introductions on the tarot and on creativity and creativity block, Mizzi details how tarot can support everyone in their creativity journey whether or not they consider themselves ‘a creative.’ Then, the book dives right into the prompts.

For each card, the book provides a two-page spread. It begins with overview of the card, its symbolism and how its motifs evoke creativity. It then provides 3 varied artistic prompts and a journaling prompt for the card, followed by a reading spread that aligns with the spirit of the card.

Many books on tarot overemphasize the Major Arcana and lump the Minor Arcana together, and I was impressed that Tarot for Creativity is the exception. All 56 cards of the Minor Arcana are given equal attention and the same 2-page each breakdown as the Majors.

The book ends with brief appendices detailing further spread information and journaling inspiration.

Overall, Tarot for Creativity more than delivers on the promise of its premise and I can see it being an excellent addition to the creative practice of tarot devotees and novices alike. 5*

Thank you to Chronicle Books and NetGalley for providing this e-arc.

I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

3.5 stars. I really like the point the author makes in the Tarot 101 chapter about the difference between archetype and stereotype, that the former opens up possibilities and the latter ""shuts story down.""

Each chapter in this book includes a one-page discussion of a tarot card in relation to creativity, four creative prompts, and a spread. The author does a good job of interpreting a primary meaning for each card and applying that meaning to a facet of creativity. The interpretations and activities focus mostly on building, supporting, and sustaining creativity as a craft rather than prompts for creating within your craft (though there are some of those).

Because the book encompasses all types of craft, the prompts and spreads sometimes feel generic and surface-level. I commend the author for putting so much thought and effort into providing a chapter for every single one of the 78 tarot cards, though sometimes the themes repeat between similar cards.

If you're looking for ways to re-engage with your craft or take it to the next level, this book provides plenty of reflection points through the lens of tarot with each chapter themed around a specific goal.

You might like this if you like: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron, Tarot for Change by Jessica Dore

I get bursts of creativity but I always wanted to be more consistent and have looked for many ways to combat the block I get. I also enjoy using tarot but never knew I could use tarot to help with my creative blocks. This guide not only gives a good explanation of tarot in general it provides useful tools allowing one to use tarot in a wide variety of ways. It's well put together and I plan on using it over and over.

What I liked best about this book was that although the focus is on increasing and drawing out creativity many of the prompts and ideas can be used across a variety of situations. I found myself taking note of some of the questions to apply to other life situations in which looking deeper and questioning more of what is blocking me from doing something. This book is also easy to navigate and the layouts easy to follow. I liked how the author goes through each card and explains how it ties into overall theme of creativity; I also really liked the visual representation for each card. I highly recommend this book to anyone who may be feeling stuck (in really any aspect of life) and looking for a new way to analyze a situation or get guidance on possible next steps to take.

"Tarot for Creativity" by Chelsey Pippin Mizzi is a refreshing and insightful guide that invites readers to explore the tarot not just as a tool for divination but as a powerful catalyst for creative expression. This book serves as a beacon for modern mystics, artists, and anyone looking to tap into their creative potential.

Mizzi’s approach is both practical and inspiring. She thoughtfully examines each of the 78 tarot cards, providing accessible interpretations that connect their symbols and archetypes to the creative process. Each card entry includes four prompts designed to spark experimentation and self-discovery, along with a spread to help integrate the card's insights into your work. This structured yet flexible format makes it easy for both seasoned tarot readers and novices to dive right in.

The inclusion of vibrant artwork from the Modern Way Tarot deck enhances the reading experience, making the book visually appealing as well as informative. J. Bindels and N. Fernando’s illustrations bring a contemporary flair to the traditional imagery, perfectly complementing Mizzi’s modern perspective on tarot.

One of the book's standout features is its emphasis on the idea that creativity exists within everyone, even if it sometimes feels elusive. Mizzi draws on her background as a creativity coach to offer practical strategies for overcoming creative blocks and fostering a deeper connection to one’s artistic voice. Her down-to-earth advice is encouraging, making it clear that creativity is a journey rather than a destination.

"Tarot for Creativity" also shines in its versatility. It can be easily combined with any tarot deck, allowing readers to incorporate their personal favorites, whether that's the classic Rider-Waite or a more contemporary deck like Mystic Mondays. This adaptability makes it an excellent gift for friends who are exploring their creative paths, along with a tarot deck that resonates with them.

Perfect for artists, writers, and creators of all stripes, this guidebook is a valuable resource for anyone looking to infuse their work with inspiration and intentionality. Mizzi’s warm and inviting tone makes the book not just a guide, but also a companion on the creative journey.

In conclusion, "Tarot for Creativity" is a delightful and enriching read that will appeal to anyone interested in harnessing the power of tarot for personal and artistic growth. It’s a must-have for tarot enthusiasts and aspiring creatives alike, encouraging readers to embrace their imagination and unlock their full potential. Highly recommended!