FIELD NOTES | Meghan J. Ward

Recommended by Meghan J. Ward

Wilderness, writing, and everyday feasts through the lens of a liberatory wanderlust.

In addition to being a phenomenal writer, Sonya Lea brings thoughtfulness and depth to everything she creates, and immerses you in her world in a way that makes you want to explore your own.

- Meghan J. Ward

Ordinary Collisions: Intersections of Nature & Culture

By Heidi Barr

Exploring sustainable ways of being for people, communities, and the planet

Unmentionables

By Juliane

Airing dirty laundry in public. I write about things that scare the shit out of me, imaginary friends, stuff I've done that makes me want to crawl in a hole, unexpectedly beautiful interactions, and inappropriately funny things.

Juliane is a talented writer and observer of all the things we don't like to talk about. I love her candour and sense of humour about the really tough stuff in life we like to shy away from. Her articles are consistently enjoyable reads.

- Meghan J. Ward

At Large

By Omar Mouallem

An advice column for freelance writers and journalists.

Omar is a familiar face at various Canadian magazine and literary awards, and for good reason. I'll gladly consider his advice when he puts it out there.

- Meghan J. Ward

Cheryl Strayed's Dear Sugar

This is the home of two newsletters by Cheryl Strayed. Paid subscribers receive Cheryl's Dear Sugar Letter once a month (both audio & written), and her regular newsletter several times a year. Free subscribers get her regular newsletter only. Thanks!

I fell in love with Cheryl Strayed through the Dear Sugars podcast, not her book, "Wild." (I read that later, and also really enjoyed it!) Here's an occasional window into her world.

- Meghan J. Ward

SLANT LETTER

By Stephanie Duncan Smith

Writing craft and soul care for the creative life for writers like you, from your friendly editor in book publishing.

Consistently great advice about finding your own unique angle as a writer, and believing in the value of your own voice.

- Meghan J. Ward

Freelancing With Tim

Demystifying the world of freelance journalism.

I have attended some of Tim's seminars and appreciate all the free tips he puts out there for freelancers and writers, in general. I highly recommend it!

- Meghan J. Ward

The Commonplace

By Tsh Oxenreider

Noticing what's still beautiful, good, and true in the world. Because it's there—if you have the eyes to see.

Tsh Oxenreider is a breath of fresh air in a world that is way too busy and in a hurry. I appreciate her perspectives and admire the quality of her content across the web and in print.

- Meghan J. Ward

Culture Study

By Anne Helen Petersen

Think more about the culture that surrounds you

Anne Helen Petersen has this way of hitting the nail on the head, every single time.

- Meghan J. Ward