This collection of books is close to my heart. Each one has profoundly shaped my journey as a creative entrepreneur and helped me embrace my self-worth along the way. From empowering reads on building a thriving business to inspiring stories that ign...
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I read a lot and have to share my favorites with you!
I read this in my book club and it's hands-down in my top 5 books to have changed my life.
Worthy: Believe You Are Enough & Transform
This book is a total game changer for the entrepreneur!
10x Is Easier Than 2x: World-Class Entrepreneurs
Jamie has a way of shifting my perspective and deepening my self worth by sharing her engaging stories.
Believe IT: From Underestimated to Unstoppable
Finally…stop the suffering. So good!!
Soundtracks: Solution to Overthinking
Stephen makes me laugh and shake my head in a, "Why didn't I think of that, kind of way. So smart!!
The War of Art: Break Through Creative Blocks
Perfect for a book club with creative women. Transformational.
The Artist's Way
I'm currently reading this one with my book club. The author has a way of choosing the perfect stories to support his theories. Very transformational!
The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying about What People Think of You|Hardcover
Brene Brown always hits home. I give this book to my dearest friends.
Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone|Paperback
Be ready to have a fire lit underneath you!!
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear|Paperback
Easy read that made my heart swell with joy.
The Secret Life of Bees|Paperback
I couldn't put this down! The author's stories are profound!
The Full Body Yes: Change Your Work and Your World from the Inside Out|Hardcover
I've never read pain expressed in such a beautiful way. Wow. This book left an impression on my heart.
Glitter Saints: The Cosmic Art of Forgiveness, a Memoir|Paperback
I started this journey last year and have been thrilled with the ways fasting has revitalized my health and wellness.
Fast Like a Girl: A Woman's Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to Burn Fat, Boost Energy, and Balance Hormones|Hardcover
This is for all…everyone should read.
The Creative Act: A Way of Being|Hardcover
Magazines
This magazine is my go-to source for creative inspiration with heart and motivation!
The Turquoise Iris Journal
Design Books
These books fuel my color choices, give me eye candy, and help me think outside my creative box.
All the feels. Foraged Flora sparks my imagination and makes me want to paint what I see.
Foraged Flora: A Year of Gathering and Arranging Wild Plants and Flowers|Hardcover
stunning arrangements
Color Me Floral: Stunning Monochromatic Arrangements for Every Season|Hardcover
Perfect gift!
John Derian Sticker Book|Hardcover
Plant styling ideas!
Wild Creations: Inspiring Projects to Create plus Plant Care Tips & Styling Ideas for Your Own Wild Interior|Hardcover
Beautiful images to design your plant spaces.
Wild Interiors: Beautiful plants in beautiful spaces|Hardcover
Francis is brilliant!
Life in the Studio: Inspiration and Lessons on Creativity|Hardcover
Another book perfect for gift giving, but I'd also get you a copy.🤩
A Sweet Floral Life: Romantic Arrangements for Fresh and Sugar Flowers [A Floral Décor Book]|Hardcover
My oldest and most cherished design book.
Domino: The Book of Decorating: A room-by-room guide to creating a home that makes you happy|Hardcover
This book is museum-style and completely amazing!
Kelly Wearstler: Evocative Style: Evocative Style|Hardcover
Take an adventure through the mind of designer, Robin Brown: Creator of Magnolia Pearl.
And the Stars go With You: Soulful Interiors, Ineffable Fashion & Mindful Ramblings|Paperback
Eye candy!!!
A Room of Her Own: Inside the Homes and Lives of Creative Women|Hardcover
Simple but relaxing home design, Yes!
Global Bohemian: How to satisfy your wanderlust at home|Hardcover
One for the free-spirited romantic!
Bloom Wild: a free-spirited guide to decorating with floral patterns|Hardcover
Cannot. Get. Enough. of this book!
Flower: Exploring the World in Bloom|Hardcover
Images to inspire my world of art. This is a very special book!
Flora Magnifica: The Art of Flowers in Four Seasons|Hardcover
This is for the person who loves mid century design.
Styled: Secrets for Arranging Rooms, from Tabletops to Bookshelves|Hardcover
Maximal design style✨✨
Old Brand New: Colorful Homes for Maximal Living [An Interior Design Book]|Hardcover
I adore her floral compositions.
Cultivated: The Elements of Floral Style|Hardcover
I keep this front and center in my office! Dreamy design.
Haute Bohemians|Hardcover
Art Books
Use these as a reference guide to build your artful foundation. I have each one in my studio, ready for a thumb-through!
Flora Bowley understands what it means to paint from the heART.
Brave Intuitive Painting-Let Go, Be Bold, Unfold!: Techniques for Uncovering Your Own Unique Painting Style|Paperback
Be inspired to create your own creative revolution!
Creative Revolution: Personal Transformation through Brave Intuitive Painting|eBook
Follow her lead. She's a PRO!
Color Collective's Palette Perfect: Color Combinations Inspired by Fashion, Art and Style|Paperback
I teach from Austin's fresh perspective! Don't miss his Ted Talk, too.
Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative|Paperback
This is another one every artist needs to read. Quick and easy! Buy the trio set!
Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered|Paperback
A gentle nudge🩵
Keep Going: 10 Ways to Stay Creative in Good Times and Bad|Paperback
Please just do yourself a favor and buy this coffee-style book.
The Color Teil: Life, Work, and Inspiration|Hardcover
This is a beautiful collection of art history.
Art: The Definitive Visual Guide|Hardcover
Photography Books
When you can't travel the world, books take you with the traveler. These are my favorite adventures!
For the beach lovers!
Beaches: Photographs by Gray Malin, Hardcover
Gray Malin travels the world so the rest of us can live through his adventures!
Escape: Photographs|Hardcover
Travel Books
Journey around the world without leaving your home with my curated collection of Assouline travel books. These beautifully crafted volumes are more than just books—they’re works of art that transport you to breathtaking destinations, from iconic citi...
If you art a book collector in love with design and travel, start your collection now!
Assouline
I'm savoring these pages during the winter month's here in Oklahoma.
Ibiza Bohemia book by Renu Kashyap | ASSOULINE
Art lovers, adventure seekers, and sun enthusiasts, buy this book!
Capri Dolce Vita by Cesare Cunaccia - Coffee Table Book | ASSOULINE
This is my favorite ocean inspired photography and travel book!
Ocean Wanderlust Book | Nature Exploration | ASSOULINE
assouline miami beach
Provence Glory by François Simon - Coffee Table Book | ASSOULINE
The best of Miami!
Miami Beach
My best friend gives me a new book every Christmas and spoils me with this collection. you will LOVE it too!
Turquoise Coast book | ASSOULINE
Matt & I married in Jamaica so this book takes me back to a wonderful time! I love the history here.
