In this intimate book, Alex Cook, the creator of the YOU ARE LOVED Mural Project, shares the trials, inspirations, prayers, and adventures that inform his work and life. In 61 individual pieces and 94 (b/w) pictures Alex reveals the inner workings of his creative life, as he says, “giving it all for beauty”. Among many others, Alex tells of battles with fear, learning to pray, overcoming depression, ministering to inmates in prison, and performing his original music in hundreds of concerts around the US and abroad. These honest stories of navigating the creative wilderness will be comforting and inspiring to anyone interested in bringing their own precious vision into the world. 336 pages.

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“YOU ARE LOVED is a pilgrimage, a love story, a classic, an epic. Alex writes with such soul-searing honesty and transparency, I feel as though I’m reading about my own life. I am alternately terrified and relieved, concerned and rejoicing. “

Karen Montenaro, dancer, art educator, Casco, ME

“This book touched my heart in a way few books ever have. I have always admired Alex’s work as an artist and singer. But I am blown away by his talents as a writer!”

C. Manchester, King Ferry, NY

“YOU ARE LOVED is so full of joy, adventure, good advice, and belly laughs. It really is an instruction manual for how to combat fear and doubt.”

Matt Flanagan, writer, Disney, Hollywood, CA