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I Wrote This For You by Iain Thomas

Iain Thomas’ I Wrote This For You is a universal magnet of words. Thomas first began this project as a blog with universal phrases and short stories applicable to everyone, which he assembled into a book.From the start Thomas tells us:

“I need you to understand something. I wrote this for you. I wrote this for you and only you. Everyone else who reads it, doesn’t get it.”

There is no educational value in this book, but Thomas’ artistry combined with photography from his partner, Jon Ellis, implores you to feel haunted by feeling and the power of shared experience found in every human soul. The artistry between picture and phrase flows beautifully. You can open the book to a random page and recognize its charismatic, complimentary beauty.

The book is divided into four parts: Sun, Moon, Stars, Rain. it contains a collection of photographs which coincide with special messages, poetry, and emotions. Each image is carefully curated to fit each message, which makes each page inspiring and moving. Thomas presents stories and messages we all relate to. Thomas reinforces the theme of love at every turn. He writes:

“Your salary is not love and your word is not love. Your clothes are not love and holding hands is not love. Sex is not love and a kiss is not love. Long letters are not love and a text is not love. Flowers are not love and a box of chocolates is not love. Sunsets are not love and photographs are not love. The stars are not love and a beach under the moonlight is not love. The smell of someone else on your pillow is not love and the feeling of their skin touching your skin is not love. Heart-shaped candy is not love and an overseas holiday is not love. The truth is not love and winning an argument is not love. Warm coffee isn’t love and cheap cards bought from stores are not love. Tears are not love and laughter is not love. A head on a shoulder is not love and messages written at the front of books given as gifts are not love. Apathy is not love and numbness is not love. A pain in your chest is not love and clenching your fist is not love. Rain is not love.

Only you. Only you, are love.”

You will feel as if this book was written for you. Every word is crafted to tell the story of life and love. It is lovely and thought provoking. It will speak to you on levels of self, romantic love and love between your siblings. It is a delightful experiment between literature and photography, which your soul will deeply appreciate. We are not claiming this book to be a masterpiece, but rather food for your soul. I Wrote This For You is short read, which contains weight in its touching content and relatable messages. This book is perfect to read on your commute from school, work, in between classes or when you need quiet time with yourself. Give it a shot, you will find yourself writing passages and sharing them with your friends

Read excerpts from the book here! Get the book here! 

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