Storyworthy is a guide to using the power of storytelling to engage, teach, persuade and change your life. Author Matthew Dicks uses examples from his own experiences as well as stories gathered from around the world to show how anyone can become a better storyteller – and get more out of life in the process. This book offers readers an engaging and practical approach to using stories to make a difference in their lives, no matter what they’re striving for.
For who is this book for ?
Storyworthy is for anyone who wants to use the power of storytelling to change their life. It’s perfect for people who want to learn how to tell better stories, but it’s also a great resource for anyone looking to apply the principles of storytelling in a variety of areas like business, education, and personal development.
Pros :
- Engaging and practical approach to using stories
- Useful examples from the author’s own experiences as well as from around the world
- Makes a difference in readers’ lives
Cons :
- It is not easy to apply the suggestions in real life.
- The author may be a good storyteller, but some of his examples are cringe-worthy and do not illustrate the points he is trying to make.
- It’s repetitive
Learn more about the author
Matthew Dicks is a storyteller, teacher, and author. He has spent more than 20 years performing comedy internationally, and he has been teaching storytelling for the past 10 years. Matthew is the winner of multiple Storytelling World Awards, including first place in both the Solo Show and Spoken Word categories.
Reader Reviews
“An excellent, engaging book on the power of storytelling. Matthew Dicks draws upon his own life experience and examples from around the world to show how anyone can become a better storyteller and get more out of life in the process.”
“This book is amazing! I have never read a self-help/inspirational book that was so easy to read and yet so profound. The author’s own stories make it clear how storytelling can change your life for the better, and his advice is carefully crafted to help you apply this power in your own life. Highly recommend!”
“This book is fantastic! It’s well written, engaging, and provides lots of examples that illustrate the concepts Matthew Dicks discusses. I’d recommend it to anyone interested in storytelling – from beginners to more experienced storytellers.”
“Matthew Dicks has written the perfect book on storytelling. Storyworthy is engaging, entertaining, and chock-full of great stories and advice. I can’t recommend it enough.”