I have begun the task of transcribing the diaries of my mother. My sister, Kathryn, found them in Mom’s dresser… Read more Diaries of a Young Woman
Author: elainekoyamawrites
Born and raised in Montana, schooled at Stanford, worked at ag giant Cargill, co-owned an IT consulting firm. Embarking on a writing career. Raised three kids, recently widowed. Now, the rest of the story.
The Loft Classes
January 8-29, 2018 This winter I will be taking two classes, one is to better understand the business of writing.… Read more The Loft Classes
The Writing Process
I thought it would be easier than it is. Writing, that is. Like having the gift for gab, I’ve always… Read more The Writing Process
What about “Liberated Life”?
I have been getting mixed signals about the connotation of the term “liberated” in my working title. How do you… Read more What about “Liberated Life”?
Building Awareness
Yesterday I met another writer to discuss our work, our goals, our dreams. This woman was a friend through a… Read more Building Awareness
Lessons from a Liberated Life–Status update
I am about seven months into my new career, with only a few shiny objects that have crossed my path–one… Read more Lessons from a Liberated Life–Status update
Bumps in the Road
My goal is to finish the first polished draft of Lessons from a Liberated Life by the end of 2017.… Read more Bumps in the Road
Working Title: Lessons from a Liberated Life
I began this memoir 35 years ago, when I was in the midst of the first years of my business… Read more Working Title: Lessons from a Liberated Life
Upcoming or Current Events
Writers’ Group, Maureen Millea-Smith April 11, May 9, @ Edina Community Center 7-9 pm, Edina Community Center April 20-22, 2018… Read more Upcoming or Current Events
ELAINE KOYAMA WRITES 