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From stumpy potted houseplants to intricate and delicate flower arrangements, My Life in Plants is a heartfelt, honest memoir that intertwines the complex nature of houseplants with a journey of self-discovery. From Katie Vaz, author of
Don't Worry, Eat Cake, the beloved
Make Yourself Cozy, and
The Escape Manual for Introverts, comes
My Life in Plants. Her newest book tells the story of her life through the thirty-nine plants that have played both leading and supporting roles, from her childhood to her wedding day. Plants include a homegrown wildflower bouquet wrapped in duct tape that she carried on stage at age three, to a fragrant basil plant that brought her and her kitchen back to life after grief.
The stories are personal, poignant, heartwarming, and relatable, and will prompt readers to recall plants of their own that have been witness to both the amazing moments of life and the ordinary ones. This illustrated memoir covers the simplicity of home, the sharpness of loss, the lesson of learning to be present, and the journey of finding your way.
About the author
Katie Vaz is an illustrator, author, and hand-letterer based in Endicott, New York. Her previous books include Make Yourself Cozy; The Escape Manual for Introverts; My Life in Plants; and Cottagecore Galore. Katie also designs her own line of greeting cards, prints, and other stationery products, which are sold both online and in brick-and-mortar shops across North America. Her work has been featured on BookRiot.com, ElephantJournal.com, Buzzfeed.com, RealSimple.com, WomansDay.com, POPSUGAR.com, in Stationery Trends magazine, and in Time Out New York magazine. Visit her online at www.katievaz.com.
Summary
From stumpy potted houseplants to intricate and delicate flower arrangements, My Life in Plants is a heartfelt, honest memoir that intertwines the complex nature of houseplants with a journey of self-discovery.
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I loved this beautifully illustrated memoir, a deeply personal remembrance about the navigation into adulthood and the plants along the way. It's engaging and touching for plant lovers and humans alike. As someone who also finds joy in watching things grow, I found each vignette touching and relatable. (Lori Roberts, author of A Life of Gratitude)
