The Mixtape of My Life

Name: The Mixtape of My Life
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780762464074
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A Do-It-Yourself Music Memoir

By Robert K. Elder

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Summary

The Mixtape of My Life by Robert K. Elder is a delightful exploration of how music intersects with personal experiences, much like a culinary journey. The book invites readers to reflect on how a soundtrack can mirror life’s significant moments, using personal anecdotes and reflective prompts to make connections between songs and memories. It offers a unique structure akin to a recipe, blending vivid storytelling with a touch of nostalgia.
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The Mixtape of My Life

In the tradition of the Listography series and other popular guided journals comes THE MIXTAPE OF MY LIFE, which prompts users to fondly recall the momentous songs that have influenced their lives.

Description

The perfect gift for music lovers, The Mixtape of My Life is a guided journal that offers prompts and questions to get everyone recalling the pivotal songs that have shaped our lives.

No matter which musical generation you belong to, or whether your musical tastes range from doo-wop to Daft Punk, The Mixtape of My Life can be an instant conversation starter among friends and family—and a great way to rediscover the special tunes that played during key moments of your life.

Everyone has those songs that take them back—to their first love, their favorite concert, or a memorable Saturday morning cartoon. The Mixtape of My Life provides more than 200 questions and prompts to help readers chronicle their lives through music and explore their personal soundtrack. Evoking memories, stories, and long-forgotten mix tapes, this guided journal includes questions like "What was the first record you owned?" and "What song did you later realise was smutty?" and provides room to draw a favourite album cover or create the perfect road trip playlist.

With dozens of quirky illustrations throughout, The Mixtape of My Life can be a great tool for your next dinner party, or simply something any music lover can enjoy for themselves.

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The Mixtape of My Life is praised for its exploration of music as a powerful, soul-nourishing force that evokes personal memories. The book is described as a unique tool for delving into one's past, highlighting the deep connection between music and personal history, and offering fun and thought-provoking prompts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762464074

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 May 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Adult

Illustration: 50 Illus, b&w

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 171.0mm

Height: 219.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Robert K. Elder is the author of seven books, including 2016's Hidden Hemingway. His work has appeared in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Salon.com, and many other publications. He has worked for Sun-Times Media and Crain Communications, and is the founder of Odd Hours Media. He lives and writes in Chicagoland.