The Journey From The Center To The Page

Jeff Davis artfully illustrates how yoga philosophies and practices can be an invaluable ally to the writing life.

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Vital techniques needed to achieve a more relaxed, energized, and integrated approach to our lives. This practical guide introduces readers to the Zen principles Tom Crum has lived by and taught for many years. As a black belt in aikido, a motivational speaker, and an instructor in everything from mathematics to skiing, Crum learned that the key to success in any endeavor is mastering the art of "centering." He teaches here the vital techniques for achieving a more relaxed, energized, and integrated approach to our lives.

At once inspirational and instructional, The Journey from the Center to the Pageartfully illustrates how yoga philosophies and practices can be an invaluable ally to the writing life. With wisdom for writers of any level and in any genre, nationally known yoga and writing instructor Jeff Davis shows you how yoga’s principles and practical tools can deepen your writing process and increase your versatility as a writer. A grounded guide to the body-mind-imagination connection, this book shows ways to: Re-connect with your deeper intention for writing Sustain concentration and confidence when writing Make time to write what matters most to you Write with an authentic voice Draft, re-vision, and revise with an embodied writing process Write with a more visceral style replete with fresh imagery, intimate detail, metaphor, and rhythm Convert fear and anger into powerful stories and satire Cultivate compassion for complex characters—whether real or fictional Create an authentic writers community Praise: “…maps the way for living the authentic life of the writer, a life not found in the bottle, in pills, or in misery, but rather a life found at the center of our authentic selves.” --Robert S. Nelsen, Director of Creative Writing, The University of Texas at Dallas “Jeff Davis inspires us to find the genuine voice of our own body/mind by sharing the time tested yogic practices of breathing consciously, getting grounded and creating space. This book is a terrific road map toward creating the conditions for writing to happen.” --Cyndi Lee, founder of Om Yoga “Finally, a book that blurs the distinction between Doing and Being.” --Jack Myers, Poet Laureate of Texas, 2003; Director of Creative Writing, Southern Methodist University “In addition to suggesting specific yoga exercises for various writing roadblocks. . . this is a substantial writing guide, with lessons in voice, symbol, syntax and dialogue.” –The Dallas Morning News

This carefully crafted ebook: “A Journey to the Center of the Earth” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Journey to the Center of the Earth is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne, first published in 1877. The story involves a professor who leads his nephew and hired guide down a volcano in Iceland to the "center of the Earth". They encounter many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, eventually coming to the surface again in southern Italy. Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction. A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented. Verne wrote over 50 novels and numerous short stories.

This carefully crafted ebook: "A Journey to the Center of the Earth" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Journey to the Center of the Earth is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne, first published in 1877. The story involves a professor who leads his nephew and hired guide down a volcano in Iceland to the "center of the Earth". They encounter many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, eventually coming to the surface again in southern Italy. Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction. A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented. Verne wrote over 50 novels and numerous short stories.

A Journey to the Centre of the Earth is an 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story involves German professor Otto Lidenbrock who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the centre of the Earth. He, his nephew Axel, and their guide Hans descend into the Icelandic volcano Snæfellsjökull, encountering many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards. The Mysterious Island - The plot focuses on the adventures of five Americans on an uncharted island in the South Pacific. During the American Civil War, five northern prisoners of war decide to escape, during the siege of Richmond, Virginia, by hijacking a balloon. During their stay on the island, the group endures bad weather, and domesticates an orangutan, Jupiter. There is a mystery on the island in the form of an unseen deus ex machina, responsible for Cyrus' survival after falling from the balloon, the mysterious rescue of Top from a dugong, the appearance of a box of equipment (guns and ammunition, tools, etc.), and other seemingly inexplicable occurrences... Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist, poet, and playwright best known for his adventure novels and his profound influence on the literary genre of science fiction.