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The Creative Habit
Twyla Tharp

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org and Amazon.co.uk
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Recommended by:
Kanye West – American rapper and songwriter
Kanye says: ‘I’ve found the book influential on discipline and the artistic process’

Latest project: released his twelfth studio album, Bully, on March 28, 2026, marking his first major solo release in years following the Vultures era. The album, described as a mix of industrial rap and alternative hip-hop, was teased since 2024 and features a more personal, experimental sound

Re-imagining Everyday Items: He promotes his brand by creating unique takes on standard products, such as the Yeezy foam runners, slides, and designed school uniforms for schools like Calabasas High, challenging conventional fashion standards

Book: Raising Kanye: Life Lessons from the Mother of a Hip-Hop Superstar – Donda West

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org and Amazon.co.uk
Available in the US via Amazon.com

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear
Elizabeth Gilbert

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org and Amazon.co.uk
Available in the US via Amazon.com

Recommended by:
Olivia Rodrigo – American singer-songwriter and actress
Olivia says: ‘This book is my creative bible: it’s great for nurturing creativity’

Latest project: Olivia Rodrigo has announced her third studio album, titled “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love set for release on 12 June 2026

Fund 4 Good: Launched during her GUTS World Tour, this initiative supports community-based non-profits that focus on women’s education, reproductive rights, and preventing gender-based violence

Book: Olivia Rodrigo Lines to Live By: A collection of quotes and insights, likely focusing on her lyrics and social media presence

Available in the UK via Bookshop.org and Amazon.co.uk
Available in the US via Amazon.com