Morning, Noon, and Night: Living the Creative Life

by Judy Collins

Creativity is a voice that calls us from dreams, that peeks out the corners of our eyes when we think no one is looking, the longing that breaks our hearts even when we think we should be happiest and to which we cannot give a name. When I was young, I heard the voice, the ticking, had the dream, but I didn't know what it was and felt only the pain, the longing that the voice inside brought me.
-Judy Collins

Morning, Noon, and Night is an enthralling peek into the creative mind of a woman known for her songs, books, and paintings. Beloved singer and songwriter Judy Collins carefully describes her approach to the creative process and breaks down each day of that process into morning, noon, and night, giving readers insight into how to stay creative throughout the entire day. Charming anecdotes combined with practical instruction make this book a must-read for every artist in every creative discipline-from the experienced to the beginner-as well as for every Judy Collins fan!

Genres: Writing, Nonfiction, Art

208 pages, Hardcover

First published June 23, 2005

About the author

Judith Marjorie Collins is an American folk and standards singer and songwriter, known for the stunning purity of her soprano; for her eclectic tastes in the material she records (which has included folk, showtunes, pop, and rock and roll); and for her social activism.

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this because I didn’t really know much about Judy Collins besides “Both Sides Now” and “Send in the Clowns”. It was interesting to read about how she approaches the creative process and what she has been able to accomplish in her long life.

[Jacqueline · Rating 4 out of 5]

OK, so it's a lot more about Judy than it is a self-help book for wanna-creators, but that's ok!

[Bookreaderljh · Rating 2 out of 5]

I bought this book when I thought I was going to attend a Judy Collins concert. Didn't go to the concert but still read the book. The book was OK as a review of how Judy Collins taps into her creative side. I liked the sum up thoughts at the end of each chapter and I did learn a little more of her life - which was my original purpose. A good book for getting some ideas on pursuing a creative path in life whether through music, art or writing but not a lot learned. It was interesting to hear her stories of her blind father, a singer with his own radio show (who knew?) and the ups and downs of her career. That said - she is a better musician than author (a little too much like reading one of her journals) but always glad to hear of another voracious reader and a chance to review some of her lyrics over the years.

[Laura Cleveland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Judy's new book is a treasure for those seeking courage of almost any sort. Her "Prayer for the Creative Life" is worth the price of the book.

[Ellen · Rating 1 out of 5]

I purchased this book at the dollar store. It was not worth the dollar I paid for it.

[Almae · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very, very, good. This go was a re-read. Will re-read again!