Bøger af Destiny Allison

1st place winner for non-fiction/ memoir in the 2013 Global Book Contest. This book will change the way you think about art and understand yourself. Shaping Destiny is about the conflicts between who we were taught to be and who we actually are. It drives to the heart of what it means to be a woman and an artist, while it reveals the sources of art that lie hidden in one's own personal experience. This compelling narrative illuminates the creative process, shows us new ways of looking at and talking about art, and demonstrates how making art helps us discover our humanity and determine our lives. "The closest literary fellow traveler to Shaping Destiny that comes to mind is Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. Shaping Destiny puts a finger on some important truths about the interaction between life and art - including the painful and difficult parts - and lays bare those truths with courage and conviction" -- Ted Orland, co-author of the bestselling book Art & Fear

In the second book of the Priscilla Strain, Destiny Allison continues the amazing story of the Kovalic legacy. Edenton is a waste of rubble and ash, Vanessa has a secret, and the designers are still at large. Until they're dead, she'll never be free. In this exciting sequel to Pipe Dreams, Vanessa lays claim to her legacy and teams with McGrath to take them down, but the betrayal runs deeper than she thinks. Lewis also escaped the island and the Priscilla virus is almost ready for release. As the pieces come together, Vanessa must decide what's more important -- vengeance or family. Praise for Pipe Dreams "Allison's voice has been described as poetic or lyrical. Perhaps it is the artist in her that allows "heart" to shine through her writing." -- Museiddity.com "Allison keeps up the pace with plenty of plot twists and engaging dialog, but it's her writing style that makes this book a gem" -- Amazon customer review "Creepy, honest, and sometimes even bone-chilling, Pipe Dreams is a taste of reality that you won't be able to put down." -- Amazon customer review "With a steady pace and strong characters I found Pipe Dreams a gripping and emotionally engaging read." -- Amazon customer review

Brave, raw, and unflinchingly honest, this book is a weight loss journey, a love story, a heart beating loudly on the page. Every day we battle against something-injustice, our spouses, our weight. Seldom do we acknowledge the real wars we wage. Repressing feelings and silencing our voices, we suffer under the surface, attributing emotional distress and unwanted pounds to the inescapable effects of hormones or age. But weight gain, anxiety, and marital difficulties aren''t always so easy to explain. In her poignant and touching memoir, Allison doesn''t offer recipes, exercise tips, or advice. Instead, she shows us how to stand up, express what we want, and develop empathy for ourselves and the people we love. In doing so, she provides invaluable insight for those seeking to lose weight, save a marriage, or make a significant life change. Includes a Readers Guide. * * * * * Destiny Allison is an award winning artist, author, and businesswoman. When an injury required her to re-envision her life, Allison did what she always does. She applied her explosive creativity and dog-with-a-bone tenacity to new endeavors such as community building efforts and developing an innovative business model that transformed a bankrupt shopping center into a thriving community and commercial center. In 2011 she was named Santa Fe Business Woman of the Year. Her first memoir, "Shaping Destiny: A Quest for Meaning in Art and Life" won best independent non-fiction/memoir in the 2013 Global Book Awards. Since then, she has published two novels and opened a general store. Allison believes that one''s life is one''s greatest work of art. Unafraid to make mistakes and always passionate, she lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.