There are a slew of self help books out there but few as useful and to the point at this one. Naturally doing exercises is always harder than just reading a book, but if you do them, it helps.

It's an okay effort, that tries to combine therapeutic writing with creative writing. I tried a few exercises and it brings a few emotions to the surface but will it make me a better writer? I don't know. This would work more on troubled kids, to give them a sense of direction after catharsis. It's directed more towards self-awareness.

A great starting point for creative writing as a form of therapy. Recommend for beginners to the subject - 'Write for Recovery' provides a decent summary of the psychological theory behind the practice without it being overwhelming.

Looking forward to trying the exercises given and seeing what comes of it, which I'm going to take my time with.