Kelly Jensen es una autora cuyo trabajo se centra en una profunda inmersión en la literatura juvenil. Como ex bibliotecaria de adolescentes, aprovecha su amplia experiencia para explorar las muchas facetas de este género. Su enfoque analítico ilumina los temas y los matices estilísticos que definen la literatura juvenil contemporánea. La voz distintiva de Jensen brilla a través de su habilidad para combinar su pasión por los libros con su trabajo editorial, ofreciendo a los lectores perspectivas cautivadoras.
Essays, lists, poems, and art explore the ways in which 33 contributors cope- and thrive-with mental illness including actress Kristen Bell, figure skater Nancy Kerrigan, and bestselling YA authors like Libba Bray, Adam Silvera, and Victoria Schwab.
Thirty-seven contributors-including model Tyra Banks, gymnast Aly Raisman, and bestselling YA authors-explore the world in their unique bodies through essays, lists, comics, and art, from the award-winning editor of (Don't) Call Me Crazy--
A photo, an idea, and simple crafting skills are all you need to transform your pictures into useful, fun, giftable art. With clear DIY instructions, Photojojo! by Amit Gupta and Kelly Jensen shows you how to turn your forgotten photos into ingenious photo projects. Do you have lots of pics of friends and family you want to show off? Make a sleek, stylish photo display rail so you can change them up at a moment’s notice. Need something to play with? Make photo slider puzzles, Rubik’s cubes, and temporary tattoos. Or spruce up your pad with a photo chandelier or a giant wall mural you can print at home! All the projects use basic materials and are easy enough to whip up in an afternoon.Once you’re armed with what you can do with all your images, check out Photojojo’s inspiring ideas to get you shooting photographs more creatively. Investigate the world from a canine perspective with the amazing doggie cam, or grab your friends and head out on a photo safari. Make a sneaky hidden jacket camera and turn string, a washer, and a screw into a monopod that fits in your pocket, MacGyver-style. Learn how to motivate yourself to take a photo every day with project 365, or get the little ones involved with Photojojo’s head-spinning photography method: because you + kid + centrifugal force = awesome. Yep, photography just became a whole lot more fun.
Baking serves as a delightful journey where creativity meets comfort. This book explores the joy of baking, emphasizing the therapeutic effects of preparing treats from scratch. It features a variety of recipes that cater to both beginners and seasoned bakers, encouraging readers to experiment and find joy in the process. With a focus on community and sharing, it highlights how baked goods can bring people together, making every occasion special.
Exploring themes of healing and second chances, the story follows two empty-nesters who each carry the weight of past heartbreaks. Their unexpected encounter presents an opportunity for redemption and emotional growth as they navigate their feelings and confront their shared vulnerabilities. Through their journey, they discover the power of connection and the possibility of new beginnings, ultimately seeking to mend their lives and find happiness together.
Exploring the profound connection between emotion and creativity, this book delves into how passion fuels artistic expression. It emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in the creative process, illustrating that true art emerges from deep personal experiences and feelings. Through various examples and insights, it encourages readers to embrace their emotions as a vital component of their artistic journey, ultimately arguing that art without heart lacks depth and resonance.
Forty four writers, dancers, actors, and artists contribute essays, lists, poems, comics, and illustrations about everything from body positivity to romance to gender identity to intersectionality to the greatest girl friendships in fiction.
