How Artists and Innovators Build Influence, Drive Change and Shape the Future
by Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best
What if creativity could heal the world?
In Creative Disruption, Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best—artist, minister, and visionary changemaker—invites you to reimagine leadership, philanthropy, and community through the power of art and faith. This bold and deeply personal work shows how imagination becomes activism, and how disruption, when guided by love and purpose, can rebuild what’s been broken.
Whether you’re an artist, innovator, or funder seeking meaningful impact, this book calls you to join a global movement of Creative Disruptors—those daring to create healing, equity, and belonging through their gifts.
It’s time to belong deeply, rise boldly, thrive fully, and disrupt to create.
What if creativity could heal the world?
In Creative Disruption, Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best—artist, minister, and visionary changemaker—invites you to reimagine leadership, philanthropy, and community through the power of art and faith. This bold and deeply personal work shows how imagination becomes activism, and how disruption, when guided by love and purpose, can rebuild what’s been broken.
Whether you’re an artist, innovator, or funder seeking meaningful impact, this book calls you to join a global movement of Creative Disruptors—those daring to create healing, equity, and belonging through their gifts.
It’s time to belong deeply, rise boldly, thrive fully, and disrupt to create.
““I’ve known Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best for more than three decades and witnessed her evolution as a creative disruptor in every aspect of her life and service. Through this book she shares insight to some of the practices that have allowed her to nourish her soul, so she could stay in the work of innovation and changemaking without causing harm to those she’s been called to serve. This book is a powerful resource for those with a commitment to build communities of belonging while fostering civility in our world.” ”
—The Reverend Bernard Richardson, PhD, dean of Howard University’s Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel
““By showing how art can be a driver of both economic and social impact, this must- read guide challenges us all to strengthen our inner creativity and stimulate critical thinking; this is a wonderful roadmap to becoming a positive force for change for ourselves and those around us.” ”
—Ashleigh Miller, owner and cofounder of Zuri, shopzuri.com
““Tired of the status quo? In Creative Disruption, Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best shows you how innovative ideas, art, and everyday actions can equip you to make a differ- ence. This is a must-read for anyone who wants art to be a force for good and positive change in the world!” ”
—Stephen Lewis, president of Forum for Theological Exploration, fteleaders.org
TubmanWalker Media Curated by Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best
The Creative Disruption Bookstore is a visionary imprint of TubmanWalker Media, curated by Rev. Dr. Shelley D. Best—artist, minister, and social innovator. Rooted in the belief that creativity can heal and transform the world, this bookstore features books and sacred tools that inspire purpose, belonging, and bold imagination. Through Creative Disruption, Rev. Dr. Best invites readers to explore how art, faith, and mindfulness ignite change and reimagine community. Discover stories, meditations, and works that help you belong deeply, rise boldly, thrive fully, and disrupt to create