Contributed by Rachel Wilder. When writing, I love to build our characters’ backgrounds even if we don’t use it. A. Catherine Noon, my co-author, and I try to incorporate the zodiac signs into our characters. Sometimes we need them to … Continue reading →
By Noony — The A to Z of Creative Practice Every creative partnership has its own rhythm — a shared language, a shared spark, a shared sense of “oh, you too?” For me, that partnership is Noon & Wilder, the … Continue reading →
Contributed by Rachel Wilder. Characters. My biggest outlet for my creative energies is writing. My first choice is fiction stories, usually with paranormal or urban fantasy elements. And, whatever the plot or setting, the driving force are the characters. One … Continue reading →
A to Z of Creative Practice Hello, Gardeners! We’re delighted to join the Blogging from A to Z April Challenge again this year. If you’re new to the Garden, welcome — Writer Zen Garden is a community space for writers, … Continue reading →
Contributed by Rachel Wilder. Now many readers would assume that I mean something lofty like world peace. In this current political climate, that might be asking for a bit too much. Instead, I want a kind of peace that is … Continue reading →
D Is For… Decision! Contributed by A. Catherine Noon “Just do it,” Nike famously said in their successful ad campaign that became a catch-phrase for motivational talks everywhere. But what happens when you can’t “just” do it? And I don’t mean … Continue reading →
A Good Yarn: Craft Salon & Makerspace One of the most important tools we have is to remember our agency. It’s like the Serenity Prayer says: “Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the strength to change … Continue reading →
Contributed by Rachel Wilder I, like many others, adore my rut. It’s comfortable and has great carpeting. I really don’t like trying new things and have no desire to send an application to be on Amazing Race or anything remotely … Continue reading →
By Rachel Wilder. If you discover that the shelves are empty at your grocery store and can’t find what you need, it’s not because of overseas conflicts, politics, transportation issues, or the fault of last-minute panicked hoarders. It’s because you … Continue reading →
Welcome to the new year, Gardeners! I’m excited for the new year to start. We have a lot of ideas for content and good stuff to put out there, which I think is especially needed in today’s world. As … Continue reading →
