"Storymaking" describes stories that show the process of the creation of stories. In this chapter, there are several very moving examples of King's past group members that make the reader want to be a part of such a strong community.
"Experiencing the Storymaking Process" describes how the reader can explore being part of a story making community. A story might be read to the group and the members would then be required to write a story commencing, "In the beginning…" In this process, each person interprets the story that was read in a way that makes it personally meaningful.
"Story Journeys" is a collection of group experiences that serve to give the reader an idea of what a story making community can become. In this, as in every chapter, there are more examples of the lives King has changed through her story making skills.
In order to assist the lay reader in forming a story making community, King also provides sample structures for group activities, stories for the session and a selected bibliography. She encourages anyone with interest to use her book to create story making groups.
She cautions that "Storymaking is not a panacea. It cannot make everything better instantly or in the long run. It can provide a possibility for uncovering feelings, exploring, knowing, and perhaps making new choices."
Dancing with Wonder was created to facilitate anyone's story making journey. The author enables readers to "experience the joy of hearing, telling, and making stories."
As a consumer of fables and folklore, I thoroughly enjoyed how King enriched my ability to tell stories and to use those tales to assist with the healing process in others.
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