We all know the feeling of inspiration. It's what tells a painter what to paint and a singer how to sing--and what prompts us to throw a handful of something new into an old recipe.

But what is inspiration? When we train artists, we pick them based on talent and train them in technique. We talk very little about the crucial...

We all know the feeling of inspiration. It's what tells a painter what to paint and a singer how to sing--and what prompts us to throw a handful of something new into an old recipe.

But what is inspiration? When we train artists, we pick them based on talent and train them in technique. We talk very little about the crucial creative spark of inspiration. Where does it come from? What does it want from us? How can we get more of it?

In The Discipline of Inspiration, Carey Wallace meditates on this mysterious spark found in the work of artists across genres and throughout history. She also offers practical methods--including silence, community, and rest--to help everyone access inspiration more consistently. Readers from all walks of life will discover the transformative power of inspiration in both their art and their lives.