A celebration of fifty talented, creative, passionate people (forty-nine women and one nonbinary person) working in the fields of visual
art, dance, photography, music, design, comedy, storytelling, food,
fashion, beauty, wellness, and advocacy.
Bloom Where You Are Planted
is a collection of interviews and photography that honours a group of
innovative, hard-working, diverse people, whose creative and business
ventures inspire, support, and infuse others' lives with purpose and
positivity. These are people who are passionate about work, community,
and giving back.
The forty-nine women and one non-binary
person featured in this book have established a strong community of
supporters and followers in their respective sectors. Among those
featured are: Haida and Cree artist and entrepreneur Erin Brillon;
singer-songwriter Julianna Laine; dancer Erika Mitsuhashi; nonbinary
model and writer Lydia Okello; storyteller and entrepreneur Samantha
Reynolds; cosmetic chemist Veerpal Sdihu; sculptor Marie Khourie; artist
Athena Bax; pastry chef Kiko Nakata; Hip Hop/R&B recording artist
Kia Kadiri; and author/illustrator Emma FitzGerald.
After a
decade of writing and interviewing fascinating people, author Beka Shane
Denter realized that the true stories of women and nonbinary people are
often left untold or presented in an overly polished way. In this
collection, she explores the story behind the person, the movement, the
voice, the words, the images, and the brand. Bloom Where You Are Planted infuses positivity into a world in need of inspiration and brings to life the stories of a phenomenal group of people. A celebration of fifty talented, creative, passionate people (forty-nine women and one nonbinary person) working in the fields of visual art, dance, photography, music, design, comedy, storytelling, food, fashion, beauty, wellness, and advocacy.
"There is power in our stories, as there's no greater teacher than our own life experiences. When we have the courage and vulnerability to share them with others, there's a ripple effect of learning, growing, healing, and inspiring those around us. That's just what this phenomenal read does."
-Nina Purewal, co-author of international bestseller Let That Sh*t Go and founder of Pure Minds
"Beka Shane Denter has woven a rich and revealing tapestry of stories from an eclectic group of people who describe the formation of their identities along with pivotal moments in their careers. These are enlightened individuals who won't compromise their values in pursuit of wealth. They will dazzle readers with their candour, creativity-and resilience."
-Tessa Lloyd, editor of Forty Fathers: Men Talk About Parenting and Registered Clinical Counsellor
"Beka Shane Denter delivers inspiration galore as promised through this beautiful curation of amazing creative people. Her Q&A interviews are compelling and capture each individual's spirit, inspiration, and journey to their current full expression of self. I love that our beautiful British Columbia is the collective muse."
-Jennifer Schell, author of The Butcher, The Baker, and The Wine & Cheese Maker series and the Delicious Life blog
"Honest and insightful conversations about the creative process help us discover who and what inspires the people in Bloom Where You Are Planted on their artistic journeys. Passion, perseverance, and resilience comes through from the author as well as the people who share their stories. By fulfilling their own dreams they give hope and a hand to others who may be wavering on the entrepreneurial precipice."
-Pirjo Raits, author of Out of the Fire: Metalworkers along the Salish Sea
"With gorgeous photos and interesting questions, Bloom Where You are Planted showcases 50 people leading creative, authentic lives. Every story is different, but they are all grounded in purpose, passion, and contribution. I loved learning from them!"
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