Welcome to my Substack, where we explore the inspiring intersections of resilience, creativity, and the human spirit. I’m Carol Van Den Hende, an award-winning author, speaker, and strategist. My mission is to inspire hope & empathy for people and planet!
Beautiful stories. Brave truths. Heart in every line. Join for the fresh fiction in Dear Orchid and the wounded heroes of The Goodbye Orchid Trilogy 🌺
Sharp comedic essays on human nature and culture, both of which can be quite fun and very odd.
Book recommendations, women artists, and interviews with late-blooming authors. Because at midlife, our story is still unfinished.