✨ Creative Experiments
Creativity is all about trying something new—and giving yourself permission to be a beginner. Here you’ll find some of my experiments in creative expression, from writing and research to artwork and media mentions. Explore, enjoy, and maybe find a little inspiration for your own creative spark.
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🌟 New Book: 30 Days of Micro-Creativity
I’m excited to share my new self-published book, 30 Days of Micro-Creativity! Inspired by many of the ideas I’ve explored here on Not Quite Superhuman, this book invites you to rediscover your creative spark through small, everyday moments. Each day offers a simple activity or reflection to help you reconnect with curiosity, joy, and balance — even when life feels hectic.
It’s not about being perfect or “artistic.” It’s about noticing, experimenting, and finding meaning in the little things we create.
📝 Blog Posts on Creativity
Looking for reflections, resources, and tips on everyday creativity?
👉 Click here to explore a collection of creativity-focused blog posts.
🌐 Where Else I Create
Below are links to other websites that feature some of my creative work, collaborations, and professional contributions.
📣 Media Mentions
“What Is Castlecore?” – Quoted in Rent.com Blog, May 2025
In this article exploring the whimsical, storybook aesthetic known as Castlecore, I shared my perspective on why we’re drawn to enchanted, historical spaces—and how this trend reflects our collective longing for serenity, imagination, and escape.
👉 Read the article
🧠 Research & Academic Publications
Journal Articles
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Hopwood, J. (2023). Understanding the Importance of Creativity Towards Psychological Safety in the Library Workplace. School of Information Student Research Journal, 12(2).
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Initiating STEM Learning in Libraries. Children and Libraries, Summer/Fall 2012. Read it here
Dissertation
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Hopwood, J.L. (2020). Using Diffusion of Innovation Theory to Explore Factors Influencing Upper Leadership’s Role in Adopting Creativity and Innovation in the State of Maryland (SOM) Public Libraries.
Drexel University, ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. ISBN: 9798569920914 Read it here
➤ Note: This was submitted during a difficult personal time—unfortunately, a rough draft was submitted for final publication. So if you catch any grammar hiccups, now you know why!
📚 Professional Publications
Some links below are affiliate links. That means, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you click and make a purchase. Thank you for supporting my work!
- Best STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists: The Essential Selection & User’s Guide, Libraries Unlimited, 2015
- Tech Savvy Library Professionals, Little eLit, 2015 – Published in Young Children, New Media, and Libraries
- The Why, What, Who, When, and How of Library Community Partnerships, McFarland, February 2012 – Published in Marketing Your Library: Tips and Tools That Work
- How NOT to Reinvent the STEM Wheel: Using Crowdsourcing and Community Partners, Scarecrow Press, 2013– Published in How to STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Education in Libraries
🎨 Creative Artwork
View my artwork and prints here:
