Secrets of the Zona Rosa: How Writing (and Sisterhood) Can Change Women's Lives

by Rosemary Daniell

Book Overview

An inspiring guide featuring the wit, wisdom, and stories of Zona Rosa, the writing-and-sisterhood workshop that has empowered thousands of women
For more than twenty years, Rosemary Daniell--Southern belle, successful writer, and tireless champion of female empowerment--has led Zona Rosa, a writing workshop for women founded on the premise that writing can be not only a creative challenge but a tool for healing. Here, she shares the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805077804
• ISBN13: 9780805077803
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.4" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Gets to the Core!

Secrets of the Zona Rosa is a book for all women. You don't have to desire to write to glean insights into your life and plot a course to your own North Star. Daniell's exorcises/questions shake you to your core. I'm still reeling over "Who do you envy?" That question alone tells me more about myself than I'm willing to admit--and the whole book is like that. It gets to the core of what stops you. The women's lives explored in this book are to say the least, inspiring. I highly recommend you buy this book--one for you--and another for a friend. She'll thank you.

The SECRETS are out! Rosemary Daniell's Latest Book Captivates Readers

SECRETS OF THE ZONA ROSA is the thinking woman's guide to writing her way into a life of joy and possibility. Nationally-famous yet accessible author Rosemary Daniell shares inspirational stories of Zona Rosa, her renowned writing workshop series, with a deftness that showcases her talent - and the gifts of Zona Rosa members - in flawless detail. Readers who like structure will appreciate Daniell's timelines, Book Therapy lists and Pilates on Paper, while those who prefer a more organic approach will love flipping through the chapters for an inspirational quote or anecdote. Daniell's direct and witty writing style, as well as her brilliance and candor (in SECRETS and her other seven books) illuminate every line. This book is for you if: 1. You want access to a creative life plan that works 2. You long to take more risks but aren't sure how 3. You wish to establish more support networks and friendships 4. You always wanted to write but haven't found the time 5. You want to learn how to manage your time in general 6. You're a writer (emerging, mid-career or Pulitzer) 7. You're interested in the psychology of creativity 8. You're a free-spirited academic 9. You love to belly laugh 10. You're already clicking on the "purchase" button If you love Eve Ensler, Erica Jong, or Edna St. Vincent Millay, SECRETS is the next book on your must-read list!

More than just a "How to..." book

Rosemary Daniell's gift for teaching writing parallels her own writing talents. This book is a must for anyone eager to put pen to paper or finger to keyboard. If you can't get to her workshops, have the workshop come to you-- in a book.

Inspiring!

A friend sent me an advance copy of this book. This is the best book about writing and creativity that I've ever seen. It literally changed my life. Daniell brings years of teaching writing workshops and her own history as a poet/literary author to this book. The exercises are really unique and fun, but can also lead to serious pieces of writing. I am holding my breath until I can actually GO to one of Daniell's workshops and meet her for myself!

the gift of Zona Rosa

Zona Rosa not only can change women's lives, it changes men's lives as well. Rosemary Daniell, her writing, and her Zona Rosa workshops have been a strong influence on my writing life, helping me to trust my voice, to write clearer, and to tone down my lyrical flourishes into the best ones that communicate rich beauty and metaphor. Her new book, "Secrets of the Zona Rosa" continues her gift of sharing her insights. As seen by the enthusiasm of anyone who has read her, or attended a Zona Rosa, this book inspired me anew, and I hope it will do the same for others.