Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up Giveaway!

It’s finally happening. After a long (and slightly chaotic) journey, Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up: Letters from a Rogue is officially preparing for release at the end of October! The formatting is complete, the cover is ready, and I’m double-checking everything before I hit that magical publish button.

This book has been through quite an adventure with me. I had every intention of releasing it earlier this year, but when Klee fell ill, I put everything on the shelf and focused on what mattered most… Klee. Now that she’s feeling better (and back to her awesome self), it’s game on.

Two people are sitting at a table surrounded by stacked copies of the book 'Dear Artist, Don't Give Up.' One person is signing the book while the other is writing notes or preparing packaging materials.

From pre-release copies to final edits, this book has been my companion through some wild ups and downs. I poured everything I’ve learned, fought through, and laughed about as a creative human into these pages. It’s raw, funny, honest, and a little kick-in-the-butt motivational.

The softcover will (hopefully) be out before Halloween, because nothing says “spooky season” like finally finishing a project you started forever ago. The audiobook will follow later this year, as soon as I can afford to grab more ISBNs and pay for the copyright. (Seriously, ISBNs are such a racket.)

Cover of the book 'Dear Artist, Don't Give Up: Special Pre-Order Edition' featuring a light blue design with motivational phrases and an illustration of a typewriter, accompanied by pink pencils and a decorative item.

What’s Next

I already have another book in the works, and all I’ll say for now is that it’s going to be badass. I’m keeping quiet on details until it’s closer to the finish line, but trust me, it’s worth the wait.

A person sitting at a desk, working on a laptop surrounded by a wall of notes and reminders. There is a lamp, a salt lamp, and a green desk light on the table.

The Giveaway

To celebrate the upcoming release, I’m doing a special giveaway! One creative human will receive a signed, pre-release special edition of Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up. It’s the last of its kind, and it’s already signed, packed with good vibes, and waiting for its new home. Click this banner to go to the page to enter the giveaway:

CONGRATULATIONS TO ERICA!

I’ll be announcing the winner on October 29th, so keep an eye out and fingers crossed that day. Also, Join us for our book release party on Oct 30th!

Final Thoughts

This book is a love letter to every artist who has ever questioned their path … and a reminder that you’re not alone in the chaos, doubt, or the quiet moments of triumph. It’s been a long road to get here, but I can finally say: we made it.

Game on.

— Rafi