If you have seen David Lynch speak you know he does not give a lecture.
Instead, he immediately starts with questions from the audience. In the course of answering questions very interesting ideas, stories, and tidbits on film making and his life emerge in an entertaining way. This book follows the same format. A chapter may be anywhere from 1/2 page to
3 pages as he discusses his experiences in living a life devoted to art
and creativity. If you are interested in what a successful artist has to
say about the source of creativity and some very practical and direct advise on tapping that source, then this is a book you shouldn't miss.

What a delightful and educational read, and so refreshing to see a person of high profile write from the heart without over dramatizing the reality of his life. I concur with many other reviewers that when reading this book it actually felt as though I was having a conversation, so I would imagine the audio version would really achieve that. The writing feels like David Lynch talking rather than writing and is uncomplicated, thoughtful, insightful and unpretentious, which makes it readable for all. David Lynch's participation in transcendental meditation for 30-odd years of his life has clearly impacted him, but unlike some reviewers I did not perceive that he was overly 'plugging' this philosophy or his foundation. If he feels this practice has contributed to his creativity, and who he is as an individual, then of course he would want to share that, and it should certainly be included in an autobiographical account of his life. Meditating, transcendental or otherwise, for a few minutes once or twice a day is not a cult-like activity to be suspicious of. The practice of meditation in and of itself should, in my opinion, be considered a normal part of everyday life to help establish a heightened intuitive awareness and a more balanced and peaceful perspective on life. It should not be feared, and has nothing to do with 'suspect' religions or cults, unless one chooses to participate in such things in addition. 'Catching the Big Fish' is an enchanting and memorable little book and provides much food for thought, and is a book that I, for one, will certainly enjoy reading many times over. Highly recommended.