About the book
Traveling makes room for parts of us to emerge that don’t often get attention in the day-to-day hustle and bustle of life. In some places, we’re at ease. In others, we’re on guard. Too often, we’re stuck in routines that don’t allow us to experience the depths of our souls beneath the surface level at all.
In her debut collection of original art and personal essays, Alexa Babin explores the questions, doubts, dreams, and fears that arise when routines are left behind, bags are packed, and adventure is welcomed. PLACES is a personal look at the wonder of changing location, the beauty of carving out space for emotion, and the wrestling match between dreams and doubt.
Travel stirs something within our souls. Leaving our everyday normal for somewhere else kicks up dirt in the desert of our chests and beckons the questions: Who am I in this place or that? What thoughts and fears about my life do I wrestle with when I’m on the road? How do I keep going in the midst of vast uncertainty?
PLACES can be purchased on Amazon here.
Kaitlyn D. (customer review)“Alexa uses each segment to connect the experience of a new geographical place to her inner world, dreams, and self-doubt. Beyond the cover comes the question, ‘Will I ever be what I yearn to be?’”
“This book was so beautifully written it made me feel like I had visited places I’ve never even been before! The author recognizes and adds so much substance to even the the most seemingly mundane experiences, and consequentially it inspired reflection on my own previous travels. Great read!”
Savannah N. (customer review)
“Alexa’s voice is a breath of fresh air! Her writing makes you think about things in a whole new way. A very wholesome read, and it’s almost impossible to put it down. Her original artwork in the book is stunning as well!!“
Taylor L. (customer review)
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