I love this book, which is shaped around 10 things the author wished someone had told him when he was starting out. One of Kleon's core beliefs is that there are no original ideas, so it's up to artists to reinvent, remix, and re-create if they are ever to produce original art. (A March 2017 MMD Book Club flight pick!)

This follow-up to Steal Like an Artist is about getting discovered. Kleon believes that when it comes to putting your creative work out there, generosity trumps genius.

From the publisher: "The creative life is not a linear journey to a finish line, it’s a loop—so find a daily routine, because today is the only day that matters. Disconnect from the world to connect with yourself—sometimes you just have to switch into airplane mode. Keep Going celebrates getting outdoors and taking a walk (as director Ingmar Bergman told his daughter, ”The demons hate fresh air”). Pay attention, and especially pay attention to what you pay attention to. Worry less about getting things done, and more about the worth of what you’re doing. Instead of focusing on making your mark, work to leave things better than you found them. Keep Going and its timeless, practical, and ethical principles are for anyone trying to sustain a meaningful and productive life."