A unique guided journal designed to empower writers at every stage of their careers, with nurturing guidance for the successful launch of their books.
In Safekeeping, accomplished author and experienced author care specialist Chelene Knight offers tangible, structured guidance for new and established authors at different stages, including those not aiming for publication. This journal nurtures a new generation of healthy and supported authors, helping them avoid imposter syndrome, burnout, and the trap of comparing themselves to their peers, all while learning how to show up as their most authentic selves. Through a blend of thought-provoking writing prompts, tips, introspective exercises, and mindset-building activities, Safekeeping empowers writers to construct their own roadmap to a sustainable and fulfilling creative practice.
The journal doubles as a valuable keepsake, documenting the entire publishing journey from the inception of an idea to the post-publication phase, ensuring writers can hold on to their experiences while planning for future projects. With warmth and compassion, Safekeeping equips authors with the tools to successfully bring their books into the world.
Featuring a foreword by Ivan Coyote.
A unique guided journal designed to empower writers at every stage of their careers, with nurturing guidance for the successful launch of their books.
In Safekeeping, accomplished author and experienced author care specialist Chelene Knight offers tangible, structured guidance for new and established authors at different stages, including those not aiming for publication. This journal nurtures a new generation of healthy and supported authors, helping them avoid imposter syndrome, burnout, and the trap of comparing themselves to their peers, all while learning how to show up as their most authentic selves. Through a blend of thought-provoking writing prompts, tips, introspective exercises, and mindset-building activities, Safekeeping empowers writers to construct their own roadmap to a sustainable and fulfilling creative practice.
The journal doubles as a valuable keepsake, documenting the entire publishing journey from the inception of an idea to the post-publication phase, ensuring writers can hold on to their experiences while planning for future projects. With warmth and compassion, Safekeeping equips authors with the tools to successfully bring their books into the world.
Featuring a foreword by Ivan Coyote.
| Published By | House of Anansi Press Inc — Jan 7, 2025 |
| Specifications | 256 pages | 6 in x 9 in |
| Keywords | NanoWriMo; New Years; New Years Resolution; Mother's Day; Mindfulness; Thoughtfulness; Mindful Writing; 5 Minute Journal; Self Care; Journaling; Reader's Digest; Moleskin Journals; How To Write Book; First Book; Carleigh Baker; Last Woman; Brave New You; Cory Allen; May It Have a Happy Ending; Minelle Mahtani; |
| Written By |
CHELENE KNIGHT is the author of Let It Go, Braided Skin, and Dear Current Occupant, winner of the 2018 Vancouver Book Award and longlisted for the George Ryga Award for Social Awareness in Literature. Her novel, Junie, won the 2023 Vancouver Book Award, was longlisted for the inaugural Carol Shields Prize for Fiction, and was a finalist for the Ferro-Grumley Award for LGBTQ fiction. She completed SFU's Writer's Studio twice (fiction and poetry) and has taught at the University of Toronto and UBC. Chelene is the founder of Breathing Space Creative, home to the Thrive Coaching Program. |
| Written By |
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CHELENE KNIGHT is the author of Let It Go, Braided Skin, and Dear Current Occupant, winner of the 2018 Vancouver Book Award and longlisted for the George Ryga Award for Social Awareness in Literature. Her novel, Junie, won the 2023 Vancouver Book Award, was longlisted for the inaugural Carol Shields Prize for Fiction, and was a finalist for the Ferro-Grumley Award for LGBTQ fiction. She completed SFU's Writer's Studio twice (fiction and poetry) and has taught at the University of Toronto and UBC. Chelene is the founder of Breathing Space Creative, home to the Thrive Coaching Program. |
“Current, comprehensive, and full of care, Safekeeping is both a guided journal and a resource library with pertinent and candid storytelling weaving it all together.” —Kai Thomas, author of In the Upper Country
“Whether exploring expectations, ambitions, or time management, there is a structured approach to Safekeeping that can offer support for writers at any phase of their career.” —Patrick Tarr, screenwriter and author of The Guest Children
”“If you’ve ever felt blocked, or just don’t know where to start as a creative: this is the book to help you begin your journey.” —Minelle Mahtani, author of May It Have a Happy Ending
”“In Safekeeping, Chelene Knight helps writers see that we have the power and the talent to put down those words, to finish that draft, to see that story come to life. This book is a gift!” —Carleigh Baker, author of Last Woman
”“Chelene's profound new journal has wiped away the mystery of book writing.” —Cory Allen, author of Brave New You
”“This guided journal is a sharp tool and a precious gift for all writers.” —Cherie Dimaline, author of VenCo
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