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If you’re reading the Higher Book Club BOTM, The Creative Act (Rick Rubin), let’s try something:
Open to a random page and share the first line you see that resonates with you.
Let’s see what the book is trying to tell the group this week.
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today I learned: it took Reddit 19 years to become profitable
something to think about
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took a moment and made a playlist with a few of my fav bobby tracks
I think this is a collaborative playlist -- so add your favs too, okay?
:)))
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I’m nearing the end of The Creative Act by Rick Rubin (Higher Book Club’s BOTM for January), and I keep thinking about how the book reframes creativity.
Not as output. Not as content. Not as a job title.
More like a way of paying attention. A way of living.
Question for fellow readers: What would “creative living” lo...
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a good scene I was thinking about today
fun fact: you can still sit on the bench in boston common
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Appreciate you sharing your take.
I didn’t pick this book because it’s 'the best how-to on creativity' or because it’s rare or obscure.
I picked it as a starting point — a way to slow attention down and establish shared language before moving into more demanding books with the book club throughout the year.
Some p...
the book is poorly written and cliche and a cash grab, cashing in on Rubin's reputation with tech flunkies who want to buy some creativity. you won't find it anywhere near an artist's bookshelf. hope that helps!
it's also the only how-to creative book you see in these parts which shows a lack of curiosity. it's a in-
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Who picked up or started this month’s Higher Book Club, book of the month, over the weekend?
BOTM: The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin
I’m listening to the book on Audible! It’s narrated by Rick Rubin himself, and it’s been a real pleasure listening along 😎
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