Writer Encouragement
…. Be An Encourager
In a solitary profession like writing, sometimes the thought of being an encourager to other writers might not occur…
June 11, 2018-
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Writer Encouragement
Bleeding Into your Words
When it comes to writing, wordsmiths sometimes hold back on the deeper emotion. While there are times that works—I…
May 11, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
Uninspired?
Ever feel uninspired? I do. Frequently. Especially if I have a headache. Or didn’t sleep well. Or have the…
April 11, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
The Kindness of Billy Graham by Elaine Cooper
With the passing of evangelist Billy Graham this week, the man’s legacy has been much on my mind. Billy…
March 11, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
A REAL Writer by Elaine Cooper
A recent string of truck commercials makes me chuckle every time. They claim the participants are not actors but…
February 11, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
Courage
Today I’m feeling like the cowardly lion from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz—I need courage. Courage to face a…
January 11, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement
What The Dickens?
If you have not yet seen The Man Who Invented Christmas, what the Dickens are you waiting for?? I…
December 8, 2017 -
Support, Writer EncouragementBuilding Your Writing Muscles
I heard my seven-year-old grandson moaning on the mat below the climbing peg-board. I went to see if he…
November 8, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementShades of Darkness
Elaine Marie Cooper I walked in my house the other day after a long car trip, and was surprised…
October 8, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementAvoiding New Writer Pitfalls
I know about new writer pitfalls first hand. When my first book was written in 2009, the publishing industry…
August 25, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementWings of a Writer
Note: I was inspired to write “Wings of a Writer” when I had the privilege of watching two mourning…
August 8, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementDiscouraging Moments: How to Refocus
By Elaine Marie Cooper I had a very discouraging book signing last night in Saratoga Springs, NY for my…
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Uncategorized, Writer EncouragementHawks Seeking Prey
Elaine Marie Cooper On the way to meet a friend for coffee the other day, my eye caught a…
February 7, 2017 -
Writer EncouragementHumility Without The Humbug
Elaine Marie Cooper As I dropped off several of my novels at the bookstore before Christmas, I noticed a…
December 23, 2016 -
Writer EncouragementWhat’s Your Perspective?
Elaine Marie Cooper With six simple words, a writer friend completely changed my perspective: “You have had a great…
November 7, 2016 -
Writer EncouragementThe Power of a Literary Paintbrush
Elaine Marie Cooper We’ve been doing quite a bit of painting at our house lately. A lot of painting.…
October 7, 2016 -
Writer EncouragementWill I Ever Write Again?
Elaine Marie Cooper I don’t think there is a writer among us who does not ask this question at…
September 8, 2016 -
Uncategorized, Writer EncouragementBe Careful How You Live
Elaine Marie Cooper “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of…
August 18, 2016 -
Uncategorized, Writer EncouragementExpert Gardeners – Expert Editors
Elaine Marie Cooper It was early summer and the New England Asters were lush with leaves. But a knowledgeable…
July 23, 2016 -
Writer EncouragementA Time For Everything
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV As I…
June 22, 2016 -
Writer Encouragement
When Plans Change
By Elaine Marie Cooper Life can throw curveballs at you. You’re certain one moment what will take place tomorrow.…
May 10, 2016 -
Writer Encouragement, Writing Conference
Seven Reasons to Attend a Writers Conference
It’s Spring once again and time to consider attending a writers conference. Of course you have many reasons not…
April 21, 2016 -
Book Reviews, Writer Encouragement
Getting Reviews Part 2
Elaine Marie Cooper If you have not read Part 1 of this two-part series on getting reviews, click here…
March 3, 2016 -
Things Every Writer Should Know, Writer Encouragement
Getting Reviews Part 1
by Elaine Marie Cooper Many authors, both new and the more experienced, get discouraged when hunting for knowledgeable readers…
February 17, 2016 -
Writer Encouragement
Simple Acts of Kindness
Kindness is such a simple word, yet all too often it seems vacant from our speech. Perhaps it’s the…
January 5, 2016
