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This is a super fun and interesting take on tarot! I loved all of the spreads and plan to use this book to enhance my creative processes moving forward!

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There is so much to like about this book! I enjoyed the descriptions of each card, the creative prompts and the specific spreads for exploring how each card is a part of the creative journey. A few years ago, I picked up a copy of Mapping the Hero's Journey with Tarot by Arwen Lynch which I used to plot several stories and a couple novels. Because that book introduced me to using Tarot for creativity, I was excited to read Tarot for Creativity, and was not disappointed. It would be fun to use both books in tandem. The only thing I didn't like about about the book was the modern illustrations of the cards. The author talks about the Smith-Waite deck throughout the book, and I would have liked to see the traditional illustrations instead of the jarring colors and outlines of the modern deck illustrations. Otherwise, I liked the design and organization of the book. I would recommend Tarot for Creativity to any creative that enjoys symbolism and wants to focus on their process as much as their product. Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to be an early reader of this book.

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I always love a Tarot workbook! This title is great for when you feel like you need to "unlock" your creativity after a stint. Insightful and delightful to read / work through. Suitable for anyone interested in tarot, beginners welcome! Also fun to work with multiple decks as there is a wide variety of imagery for each deck and that alone can be provoking within different types of readings! Thank you Netgalley and Chronicle Books for access to this wonderful title!

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Tarot for Creativity is so incredibly helpful for all creatives. I was going through a HUGE art block & by working with this book and doing the journal prompts & some card draws, I finally snapped out of it. This book goes into each card (both Major and Minor Arcana) and describes what each one means, along with activities and spreads you can do based on each card. There’s also a section that gives you more general spreads you can do & even an example of how the author reads it! Definitely gonna add a physical copy to my shelf.

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As someone who uses a tarot deck occasionally for mindfulness and intention, the idea of using it to help creativity really excites me. I really enjoyed a new analysis of each card, and what the author shared for prompts and spreads based on each card. I look forward to using this and recommending it to others!

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This is a great book on Tarot. There's a page for every card, a nice, easy-to-understand description of each card and how it relates to creativity. Then my personal favorite? A diagram of the card spread, cards are numbered, and the question each one represents is literally written on the card.

I like how each of the card spreads are 1-4 cards each. Nothing complicated. Then, the back of the book has some more advanced spreads with more cards but are again, labeled with the number and the question as well as a description of the spread and how to use it.

I definitely have a couple of friends that I will be recommending this book to.

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This book came to me at just the right time! I am at a crossroads in my creative practice, with many disorganized ideas and questions about where to go next. I also recently got a “create-your-own” tarot deck, and I think this book will be the perfect companion, letting me explore creative ideas while manifesting them on the cards. I’ve pre-ordered the paperback book and will eagerly get started with the ebook.

The author takes a creative, contemporary and positive approach to tarot, reframing the cards to reflect on how they might work with a creative practice. Each card has prompts (including such activities as journaling, creating an artwork reflecting the card, or even writing and filming a short script. For each card, there is a mini spread and instructions on how to pull and read it (an appendix has several more in-depth spreads).

As with tarot practice itself, when something comes into your life unexpectedly, it’s up to you to listen. Thanks to the universe for putting this in my path, and to Chronicle Books and NetGalley for the chance to review this ARC.

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Full of inspiring prompts and insights, this title offers something for complete tarot beginners and advance practitioners alike.

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I love the style and tone of this book.Easy to read and to put into practice! I never thought that tarot could help me unblock my creativity. My muse is back! Ideas keep flowing now,

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"Tarot for Creativity" is a true delight! As a web/graphic designer, I found its innovative blend of tarot and creativity captivating. The creative prompts and spreads were undeniably unique, offering fresh perspectives and unlocking new levels of inspiration. However, I didn't quite resonate with either the artwork or the typography, as the latter was jarring and hard to read at times. Nevertheless, the book's content was top-notch and its approach to tarot truly refreshing. I'm eager to explore further and highly recommend it to fellow tarot enthusiasts looking to spark their creative journey!

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I enjoyed learning more about tarot. I just had a tarot reading and saw this title! Divine timing. The content was interesting and presented in such a good way. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

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I loved the ARC of this book so much that I actually just pre-ordered a print version. This is such a fun way to use tarot and enhance your creativity. Great as a beginner's guide, or for advanced who are looking for creative guidance. I love that it goes deep into each card and suggestions on creative projects. A super fun book I'm looking forward to having in hardback. Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for allowing me to read and review.

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Very helpful book for Tarot Learners! It puts your knowledge and mind to a test with thy self and the brain

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I happen to think this book is pretty neat. I like the artwork and I think it complements this book well. I honestly don't know too much about tarot beyond the very basics. I like how the book is formatted. I really like the ideas for using the tarot to help with your creativity. The author's recommendation to keep a "tarot journal" is a fabulous idea. I will be starting my own tarot journal while I reread and work through this book. I think this book would be good for anyone wanting a brief introduction to tarot and those that would like to try different ways of using the tarot. This book would make a good gift too. Thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this ARC!

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