Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin

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You don’t have to be a professional artist to live creatively. Rick Rubin shows that creativity is a way of approaching life — moving beyond norms, exploring your instincts, and paying attention to the wisdom already within you.

Legendary, nine-time GRAMMY-winning producer, Rubin encourages readers to make space for curiosity and creation, rather than focusing solely on output or reception.

“I set out to write a book about what to do to make a great work of art. Instead, it revealed itself to be a book on how to be.” —Rick Rubin

For those inspired by Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, The Creative Act offers a complementary perspective: where Coelho illuminates the journey of following your personal path and noticing life’s signs, Rubin explores how to engage creatively and intentionally along that journey. Together, they invite reflection, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the way you live, work, and create.

Why we love it

  • Encourages creativity as a daily practice, not just a profession

  • Insightful, approachable guidance from a legendary producer

  • A thoughtful gift for yourself or someone else

  • Complements The Alchemist for anyone exploring purpose, presence, and inspiration

A quiet, inspiring guide for anyone ready to see life itself as a creative act — and notice the possibilities along the path…

You don’t have to be a professional artist to live creatively. Rick Rubin shows that creativity is a way of approaching life — moving beyond norms, exploring your instincts, and paying attention to the wisdom already within you.

Legendary, nine-time GRAMMY-winning producer, Rubin encourages readers to make space for curiosity and creation, rather than focusing solely on output or reception.

“I set out to write a book about what to do to make a great work of art. Instead, it revealed itself to be a book on how to be.” —Rick Rubin

For those inspired by Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, The Creative Act offers a complementary perspective: where Coelho illuminates the journey of following your personal path and noticing life’s signs, Rubin explores how to engage creatively and intentionally along that journey. Together, they invite reflection, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the way you live, work, and create.

Why we love it

  • Encourages creativity as a daily practice, not just a profession

  • Insightful, approachable guidance from a legendary producer

  • A thoughtful gift for yourself or someone else

  • Complements The Alchemist for anyone exploring purpose, presence, and inspiration

A quiet, inspiring guide for anyone ready to see life itself as a creative act — and notice the possibilities along the path…

THE AUTHOR

Rick Rubin is a nine-time, GRAMMY-winning producer, named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time, and the most successful producer in any genre by Rolling Stone.

BOOK DETAILS - The #1 New York Times bestseller

  • Publisher: Penguin Press

  • Hardcover

  • ISBN 9780593652886

  • 432 pages

  • Made in United States


PRAISE

A gorgeous and inspiring work of art on creation, creativity, the work of the artist. It will gladden the hearts of writers and artists everywhere, and get them working again with a new sense of meaning and direction. A stunning accomplishment.” 

— Anne Lamott

It really feels to me like the rare book that’s evergreen…It’s a book I wish I would have had on my shelf when I was 25. It’s a book I would give to people who are 25. Maybe it will be the ultimate graduation gift.

— Steve Levitt, People I (Mostly) Admire

Rick Rubin knows what he’s doing…His book is not just for musicians. It’s for everyone…A very clear and helpful and thoroughly road-tested vision of the stages of creativity.

The Atlantic

There is perhaps no one better qualified than Rick Rubin to help people tap into their creativity.

— Ryan Holiday

I am reading Rick’s book and truly loving it. I want my kids to read it, want everyone to read it. It is a manual for creativity and creative thinking. A reference book for now and will continue to be of service in the future.

— Mike D

A work of transcendent literature, one that suggests the universe still smiles upon us despite all indications to the contrary.

The Wall Street Journal

To Rubin, art is the ultimate form of self-actualization, a noble calling that enriches the soul . . . So, how does an artist move from conception to creation? Rubin methodically lays out the process, offering a mixture of encouragement, inspiration and tips . . . Rubin has written a fascinating book infused with deep thoughts, insight and, yes, lots and lots of creativity.

Los Angeles Times