Dr. Eric Maisel is the author of more than thirty-five books. His interests include creativity and the creative life, mental and emotional health, and philosophy and the art of making meaning. Dr. Maisel’s recent books include Rethinking Depression (New World Library, 2012), Mastering Creative Anxiety (New World Library, 2011), and (with his wife Ann Maisel) Brainstorm: Harnessing the Power of Productive Obsessions (New World Library, 2010). His books for creative and performing artists include Fearless Creating, Coaching the Artist Within, The Van Gogh Blues, The Creativity Book, and Creativity for Life.