The concept couldn’t be simpler: this compendium holds the daily routines of 237 writers, composers, painters, choreographers, playwrights, poets, philosophers, sculptors, filmmakers, and scientists. We glimpse the creative processes of drinkers and drug takers, early risers and exercisers, nap takers and night owls. Some schedules are mundane, others are wildly eccentric. With their contradictory routines, you’ll be assured there’s no “right” way to work. While you could read it straight through, it’s best enjoyed dipping into again and again, slowly over time. A perfect laid-back read: you don’t even need a bookmark.

The concept couldn't be simpler: Currey lays out the daily routines of 130+ writers, composers, painters, choreographers, sculptors, and filmmakers. Read it straight through, or pursue each artist's daily rhythms at leisure. Take inspiration where you find it, and return to its pages again and again when you're feeling stalled or stymied in your work.