New journals for anyone who dreams of pulling a new world into existence

Artist Michèle Saint-Michel has released three new journals that draw inspiration from the famous work of American poet Walt Whitman, "Leaves of Grass," as well as the vibrant hues of a summer rose and sky. These journals are a unique combination of art and literature, featuring images of pressed flowers picked by Michèle Saint-Michel.

The collection includes two lined journals and one dotted journal, each designed to cater to different writing styles and preferences. The journals are perfect for jotting down thoughts, ideas, or even for use as a diary or planner. The intricate designs and the colorful images on the covers make them a perfect addition to any bookshelf or workspace.

The journals are available for purchase anywhere you buy books, but there are two options that support the publisher Bad Saturn. The first option is Amazon, which offers the convenience of online shopping and speedy delivery. The second option is Bookshop.org, which is a platform that supports independent bookstores. By purchasing through Bookshop.org, you can help support your local bookstore while also enjoying the beautiful journals created by Michèle Saint-Michel.

Overall, these journals are an excellent way to combine art, literature, and practicality. They make a great gift for anyone who loves to write or who appreciates beautiful artwork. So go ahead and treat yourself or your loved ones to these stunning journals and let the inspiration flow.

Request a copy from your independent bookseller or order online anywhere you prefer to buy books, but use these links to support our publisher, Bad Saturn.

Experiments in Dreaming (blue)

A lined journal with room for dreams

Based on the work of intermedia artist and poet Michèle Saint-Michel, this lined journal creates space for jotting down thoughtful notes, day dreams, and poetry. A gift for yourself or anyone who dreams of pulling a better world into existence.

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A Journal of Gigantic Beauty (peach)

A lined journal with room to daydream

Based on the work of intermedia artist and poet Michèle Saint-Michel, this lined journal creates space for jotting down thoughtful notes, observations, and poetry. A gift for yourself or anyone who sees extraordinary beauty in the everyday.

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Journeywork of the Stars (yellow)

A dotted journal with freedom to dream

Based on the work of intermedia artist and poet Michèle Saint-Michel, this dotted journal creates space for bullet journaling, notes, and thoughts. Write sideways and upside down, or use thought bubbles and boxes to separate themes and ideas from each other. A gift for yourself or anyone who sees freedom in the stars. 

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New Coloring Book Based on the Book of Erasure Poetry "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer" by Michèle Saint-Michel is Out Now

Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer Coloring Book and Concrete Poetry Collection by Saint-Michel

Michèle Saint-Michel has released a new coloring book based on her book of erasure poetry "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer". The coloring book features outlined illustrations from the original book that are ready to be brought to life with your favorite colored pencils, crayons, or markers.

Saint-Michel stated that she wanted to provide a more accessible entry into her work and the subject of her book. She believes that coloring books have a therapeutic effect and can provide a calming activity that promotes mindfulness and creativity.

The Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer Coloring Book is not just a coloring book, but a companion book that takes readers on a journey through the unsteady waters of healing after trauma and living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The book is designed to be used in conjunction with the original text and can help readers explore the themes and emotions that are expressed through the erasure poetry.

The book of erasure poetry, "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer," was first published in 2021 and has been described as a powerful and moving exploration of trauma and healing. The poems are created through a process of erasure, where the author uses a pre-existing text and removes certain words and phrases to create a new work.

The Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer Coloring Book is an innovative and unique addition to the world of coloring books. It offers a new way to engage with the themes and emotions of the original work and provides a therapeutic activity that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer Coloring Book is an exciting new release that offers a fresh and accessible way to explore the themes of the original book of erasure poetry. It is an excellent resource for those who are looking for a creative and therapeutic activity that can help them to explore and process their own experiences of trauma and healing.

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TROUBLE SLEEPING Film by Michèle Saint-Michele Now Streaming in Mexico

Mexico City — Mexican Institute of Cinematography via FILMINLATINO

Michèle Saint-Michel’s experimental documentary film, TROUBLE SLEEPING, will be available for streaming on Mexico's premiere platform for cinema, owned by the Mexican Institute of Cinematography (MCINE). The film is a part of Saint-Michel's PTSD Suite, a collection of films that delves into the symptoms and lived experiences of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

TROUBLE SLEEPING is an introspective exploration of the filmmaker's own experiences with PTSD, which can be triggered by traumatic events such as accidents, abuse, or war. The film employs a variety of techniques, including personal interviews, archival footage, and soundscapes, to convey the emotional turmoil that PTSD sufferers often endure.

As part of the PTSD Suite, TROUBLE SLEEPING is not the only film that Saint-Michel has produced that addresses the disorder. The collection is a series of experimental films that tackle different aspects of PTSD and its impact on individuals and their loved ones. The suite includes films such as AVOIDANCE, CHANGES IN MOOD, and STARTLE RESPONSE, which also explore different aspects of the condition.

The decision to stream TROUBLE SLEEPING on MCINE's platform is a significant development for both the film and the director. MCINE is the premier streaming platform for Mexican cinema, and the inclusion of TROUBLE SLEEPING highlights the growing importance of films that address mental health issues in contemporary cinema.

TROUBLE SLEEPING is a significant addition to the growing body of films that address PTSD and mental health issues in contemporary cinema. Its inclusion on MCINE's streaming platform, with Spanish subtitles, highlights the importance of the subject matter. Michèle Saint-Michel's experimental approach to filmmaking is an effective way to explore the complex emotions and experiences associated with PTSD, and TROUBLE SLEEPING is an important contribution to this ongoing conversation.

Struggle to fully experience this 250 page, full color book of concrete poetry by Saint-Michel

Author Michèle Saint-Michel has released a new book entitled "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer".

At 256 pages, the book is small and thick, but it packs a powerful punch. Saint-Michel intentionally designed the book to be a physical struggle for readers, with the goal of making them "physically press the pages open, worrying about breaking the spine, about inflicting damage." In other words, the book is meant to be a challenging read both figuratively and literally.

Despite its physical challenge, the words and images inside "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer" are meant to be held gently in readers' hearts and minds. The cover features a close-up of a Minni di sant'Agata pastry, a traditional Sicilian cake made during the Festival of Saint Agatha, alongside a period/full stop. The juxtaposition of the two images sets the tone for the content inside: a fully-illustrated book of erasure poetry that explores the multi-temporalities of healing after trauma.

Saint-Michel uses layered imagery, concrete poetry, and illustrated self-portraiture to take readers on a journey through the unsteady waters of healing after trauma and living with PTSD. The result is a book that is both challenging and cathartic, as readers are forced to confront their own struggles with trauma and find hope in the healing process.

Published by Bad Saturn, "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer" is a beautifully realized art book that is over 250 pages long and filled with full-color illustrations peppered with concrete poems. Readers looking to support local bookshops can purchase the book through Bookshop.org, or they can purchase it on Amazon.

In a world where trauma is all too common, "Saint Agatha Mother Redeemer" offers a unique and powerful way to explore the healing process. Through the physical challenge of reading the book and the emotional journey of its content, readers are sure to come away with a deeper understanding of the power of healing after trauma.

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Michèle Saint-Michel Featured at Electric Medway Arts Festival

‘cene Magazine - Chatham, Kent, UK

Following a successful debut in 2020, Electric Medway returns this summer with an ambitious 10-day arts programme held in a variety of locations, with free-to-see artworks and activities including virtual reality, streamed performances, animation, projection, and sound.

Electric Medway is produced by the Chatham-based arts organisation, SparkedEcho, which produces digital and site-specific work, using technology, music, and art in local communities. It is also a Creative Estuary Co-commission – the initiative which aims to showcase 60 miles of the North Kent and South Essex region as one of the UK’s most dynamic and creative areas in the whole of the UK.

The central theme for this year’s festival is Synchronised, with commissioned artists making brand new digital work that explores how people create order in their lives during times of chaos – something many of us can relate to at the current time.

[[even a stopped clock is right twice a day]] by Ashford’s Sophie Stone and Michèle Saint-Michel from Kansas City, Missouri, is a split-screen installation exploring repeated rituals and routines made during the pandemic. It invites the audience to make a choice - which screen do you look at? This can be seen at The Grand Magazine, Fort Amherst.

Read the full article: https://cenemagazine.co.uk/news/2021/6/4/electric-medway-arts-2021

There will be days when it feels impossible. Saint-Michel implores you: cling to the pages of Grief is an Origami Swan

A few beautiful lines from one new reader:

“As I adjust to a life without them. It seems truly impossible, but your book is a handsome companion for the moment, something to literally cling to... Thank you very much, I’m really glad it made its way into my hands.”

If we live long enough and love deeply, grieving becomes a part of living. Many things end before we want them to. But similar to holidays and traditions, grief reminds us of our connections to one another and the fathomless depths of our hearts.

You have loved and you have lost and it hurts. When you can, if you can, make space for this duality. Grief has no timeline and your pain—rooted of course in love—has a place in the incredible story of your life.

There will be days when it feels impossible. I implore you: cling to our pages. Cling to your support pod. Swing from this one impossible moment to the next. Listen to a song, take a shower, water a plant, hug your fur friends, take a walk, fold an origami swan.

Keep going. It doesn’t matter how slow you go. Do the impossible. Keep going.

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