Lucy H. Pearce's Blog

Today is the last day that Burning Woman is 99p/ 99c on Kindle.... I am so grateful to all that have shared her far and wide, she has topped the Women in History category, which is rather beautiful, at this particular moment in his-story.

We often fear that the Revolution needed is too big for what we can give.
Too much change is required inside, outside.
And we are too small.
But all that is required is that you step into the truth of your life.
And speak it, write it, paint it, dance it.
That you shine your light on your truth, for the world to see.
And as hundreds, then thousands, then millions do this – each sparking the courage of yet more –
Suddenly we have a world alight with truth.
We are shifting ourselves.
We are shifting the world.
Dancing her into a new orbit.
We are filling in the space where our voices were silenced
Filling in the blanks where our images have been lacking.
We are weaving her-story into reality.
Unweaving the limiting his-stories.
Creating our-story.
Reaching beyond religion and patriarchy and capitalism and so-called democracy.
Into new ways of being and seeing.
We are the bridge between worlds
We are the ones we have been waiting for.

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CALLING ALL CREATIVE MOTHERS! Was just on Amazon and noticed that the Kindle version of my multi-category Amazon #1 bestseller The Rainbow Way: cultivating creativity in the midst of motherhood is 99p!!!!!! NO idea why this has happened, or how long it will last... Grab a copy, tell your friends... and HURRY!

"For years the Rainbow Way was nameless to me. Always calling
me, navigating my footsteps unseen. My creativity was an unconscious process, hit or miss. But motherhood, and the writing of this book required that I put into words the invisible, indescribable forces which steer the path of the creative mother.

So what, you may be wondering, is the Rainbow Way?

It is my attempt to express the unique creative journey of mothers, through women’s experiences, language and symbology, to create for us a native map of the terrain. To make visible and viable that which has previously remained hidden and impossible."

Then let me help! I would love YOU to join us on the Beginner's Be Your Own Publisher e-course at a super-affordable price. I am offering a closing early bird double-sale price of just $90 till midnight Saturday. Use discount code NINE at checkout. http://dreamingaloud.usefedora.com/co...

Want top tips from professional authors?

Join us for the FREE Online Interview Series to launch the Be Your Own Publisher e-course. 23rd Feb - 6th March.

Sign up for FREE at this link http://eepurl.com/bb7BD9... and TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS!



Enrollment for the Be Your Own Publisher e-course opens on the 23rd February.http://dreamingaloud.net/publisher

To celebrate we are running a FREE interview series... featuring SIX authors who have created their own unique way to getting published and sharing their work with the world. PLUS LOTS of FREE e-goodies for self-publishers.

We have an amazing diversity of interviews: parenting authors, novelists, an anthology editor, author of illustrated children’s books, memoir authors and non-fiction writers. http://dreamingaloud.net/byop/

Looking forward to having you there!

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Launch today of the 2nd edition of my book Moods of Motherhood: The inner journey of mothering Moods of Motherhood: the inner journey of mothering.

There is a Goodreads giveaway of 5 signed copies, and you can grab a sample e-copy too. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Do be sure to check out the women who are lifting the lid on motherhood around the world today in honour of the launch. http://dreamingaloud.net/2014/11/mood...

If you'd like a paperback copy of Moods of Motherhood, I only have a few left..

TOP SECRET NEWS - It is going to be re-released with a new cover and a stronger emphasis towards mamas struggling with depression at the end of November.

So you can get your signed paperback copy of the first edition for £4.99 +P&P (that's 50% off the retail price) direct from me at my shop , only while stocks last.

When they're gone... they're gone!

Spread the word! My new book The Rainbow Way: Cultivating Creativity in the Midst of Motherhood is just 99p/99c on Kindle till the end of Jan. Grab your (almost free) copy NOW!

I know many mamas are stuck for cash right now. I get emails telling me how much they want to read my new book, but it's just not affordable for them at the moment... I wish I could give every creative mama who contacts me a copy - as I KNOW how much transformation it's bringing to the women who have read it already. Well, this is as good as I can do, and very nearly free!

The Rainbow Way is currently just 99p/ 99c from Amazon on Kindle... so grab your copy fast, and read it at your leisure, as this offer only lasts until the end of January. Grab it here Amazon.co.uk Amazon.com and regional Amazons around the world. And tell your friends!

If you have just got a new Kindle/ i Pad/ tablet and are looking for great new books to feed it with, then snap it up at this incredible price... and read it at your leisure.

Not into ebooks? Well the cheapest place to get a paperback copy right now is from The Book Depository - they have it at 29% off - so £11.32 and FREE world wide postage. There are also copies for a similar price (when you include postage) from Amazon marketplace in the UK.

Want to know what readers are saying about it.... then let me share some of the incredible reviews with you ...(PS If you've read it and haven't reviewed it yet, I be really honoured it you took a couple of minutes to leave a review on Amazon!)

I particularly LOVE this one from a very wonderful sounding husband...
I ordered this book for my wife, since having our children her creativity has been stifled as she has devoted her time to being a mother. This book has re-energised her and re-ignited her creative spark, there is a twinkle back in her eye it is wonderful to see. A great buy.
seamps, Amazon review

"It is an amazing book with huge potential to change your life. It has dramatically altered by perception of myself as a mother ... The Rainbow Way is an exceptional experience to read and follow. I highly recommend it."
Amanda, UK Amazon review
"I started your book last night, and I had a hard time putting it down.
I'm feeling a spark I haven't known in years bubbling to the surface- a drive that I buried. It's a feeling of recognition and relief that others feel this way, too.
It's fantastic! Thank you."
Julie, USA, by email
"Wow, I got my copy of the book today and I'm so excited! It's so chunky and looks jam-packed full of amazing stuff! This is the first book I've read of yours Lucy and I've now read the first chapter and I think I'm in love with it already... I can't wait to read more!"
Catherine, UK, by email

"I’m so f***ing glad Lucy wrote this book. I know that she wrote it because she was told to. I know it was dictated from the heavens. I know it because I can feel it when I read her words.

When I got it, I consumed it whole within two days. I just couldn’t stop reading it. It felt like such a balm to my soul. I wish I’d had it at the beginning. I’m so glad it’s here now.

Recommended for: Mothers. Every single one of them. Seriously. I mean it.

Leonie Dawson, Australia

Also till the end of the month you can listen to my interview on Look and Feel Great for Mothers on Cultivating Creativity in the Midst of Motherhood - just sign up for free.

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Welcome to Week Two of the month-long Carnival of Creative Mothers to celebrate the launch of The Rainbow Way: Cultivating Creativity in the Midst of Motherhood
by Lucy H. Pearce.

Today's topic is Creative Heroines. Do read to the end of this post for a full list of carnival participants.

Join the Carnival and be in with a chance to win a free e-copy of The Rainbow Way!
December 4th: Creative Inheritance.
December 11th: The Creative Process.
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Do you remember in Sleeping Beauty when all the fairies gathered at the baby Aurora's bedside and each gave her a blessing? In the Disney film there were just three...


But in the traditional story there were twelve.

Well that is how I feel about my creative heroines - each is a fairy godmother and has given me a blessing which has shaped me into the woman I am today.

I still have to pinch myself to really believe that so many of them were involved in The Rainbow Way. However, they did not know, because they had uttered their blessings through the pages that they had written, that they were my fairy godmothers, until I told them! And, to turn the story round a little, I literally was Sleeping Beauty awakening from a long creative pause - because of the magic of this book, its process and contributors

Let me share my creative fairy godmothers and each of their blessings with you:

Jennifer Louden taught me the importance of retreat. And strong self love... especially when pregnant.
Leonie Dawson made me believe I could write a book NOW. Her mix of self-love, humour and soulful business advice turns all my lights on.
Julie Daley showed me what being a sensual, connected, deep speaking woman can look like.
Pam England opened up the world of birth so fully for me through art, and passed on the labyrinth seed to me.
Indigo Bacal shared deep feminine beauty and connection.
Lynn Andrews showed me that there was a maternal archetype that fitted me.
Christiane Northrup helped me to become loving and proud of my incredible female body. And offered me the words that changed me forever.
My mother gave me life and a childhood packed full of creativity.
My aunts and real life fairy godmother all showed me how professional creativity and motherhood can be merged.
Becky Jaine and Paula Cleary each light my darkness with their effervescence.
Laura Angel and Tracy Evans hold space for me strongly as I find my way and love me completely. And live their own creative lives so deeply and truly.

And others who I share in the book with whom I have never connected...

Sylvia Plath who first shared the raw language of madness with me when I was still a teen.
Adrienne Rich who spoke the powerful, angry truth about motherhood in a way that no one before her had dared.
Louise Erdrich planted the seed of a writing shed in the woods, and being a serious writer mama.

And others who are not in any way connected to the book or motherhood but are women who inspire me constantly:

Jeanette Winterson for speaking so honestly about women's love. For weaving such magic with language that I want to submerge myself in it forever and drown in her prose. And who is a living example of a deeply intelligent, free-thinking woman who speaks her truth with power.
Louise L Hay for being a beacon - both as a self-made woman via self publishing, but also always being right every time I go to her list of affirmations that I totally don't agree with!!!
Darina Allen who has been the most incredible mentor to me, first through our family connections, but now professionally - to work alongside her and learn from her is such an honour. She is enthusiasm and lived-values writ large.

So... I dare you... write up a list of your heroines, your own fairy godmothers and the blessings they have given you. How is your life richer for having them? How would you like to connect with them to share your gratitude? Perhaps you can write them a letter or an email. Send them a tweet. Or a prayer. Apply for a job with them. Create a collaborative project and invite them to join you...

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The Rainbow Way!

and grab your free extras
(first 200 orders only!):

To celebrate the launch of my forthcoming book, The Rainbow Way: Cultivating Creativity in the Midst of Motherhood, I am planning a month-long blogging carnival of creative women! And I would love YOU to join us!

Starting on the 20th November, each Wednesday, women around the world will be blogging on one of the central themes of my book...
November 20th: Nurturing a Culture of Creativity at Home
November 27th: Creative Heroines
December 4th: Creative Inheritance
December 11th: The Creative Process.

Sign up here! and tell your friends about it!

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The Details…

Not a mother? I would still TOTALLY love you to participate - all creative souls welcome!
You can participate in any or all of the weeks!
Be sure to sign up on this webform to take part! Only bloggers signed up by the deadline will be included in the official links.
Please email me your contribution – by the deadline – to ensure suitability for the carnival - these will not be edited.
I will send you the bottom code (in html) which will include a list of links to the other participants, an image of the book with a few words about it and a link to this site.
Add this code to your post (remember you can schedule the post if you are going to be busy or away!)
On posting day do visit some of the other participants and share the love on social media!
I will be sharing posts via Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter over the whole carnival.
Bearing in mind the carnival is happening as holiday season is approaching, my suggestion is to pre-write your post before the madness begins!

Sign up here! and tell your friends about it!

Carnival themes…

Whilst I ask you to stick (broadly) to each week's theme, please dive deep into the topics, write from your heart, jive and jam with them in a way that feels good. Be creative! Be authentically you! The questions below are simply meant as prompts to your own spirit to get your juices flowing!

I look forward to reading your posts - be sure to mail them to me at
trwlaunch [at] gmail [dot] com when you fill in the sign up form!

Week 1: Nurturing a culture of creativity at home

How important is creativity in your home?
How do YOU nurture a culture of creativity at home?
What drives you nuts about creating with kids?
What clever tips do you have to pass on to other families to make creating together fun?
Share a seasonal craft or creative activity for families.

Carnival date: 20th November
Last sign up date: 15th November

Sign up here!
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Week 2: Creative Heroines

Which artists, creative souls and mothers, living or dead, famous or not, have inspired YOU on your journey? Tell us how and why…
And who have been your big teachers and influences and why?
How do you identify with or struggle with being a creative mother?
How do you support yourself as a creative mother?
Is it important to you to support other creative mamas – how do you do this?


Carnival date: 27th November
Last sign up date: 23rd November

Sign up here!
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Week 3: Creative Inheritance

What is YOUR creative inheritance? Does creativity run through your family blood?
How important... or not... is creativity to your family's identity?
What are you passing on to YOUR children?
Have you followed in your family’s footsteps or branched out on your own?
What influence does the creativity of your ancestors have on your own work?

Carnival date: 4th December
Last sign up date: 29th November

Sign up here!
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Week 4: The Creative Process

What does the creative process feel like to you?
Do you have an image of it? How can you describe it?
Who/ what is the muse? How do you contact it?
What are your sure-fire ways of getting in the creative mood? And what blocks you?

Carnival date: 11th December
Last sign up date: 6th December

Sign up here!

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!