A Cup of Comfort for Writers: Inspirational Stories That Celebrate the Literary Life [Paperback]

Colleen Sell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2007

This new addition to the "Cup of Comfort" series will have writers reading. In this collection of stories, writers of all types share their literary experiences with readers, letting them in on practical exercises, means of inspiration, and what it's like to simply write.These contributors' stories are meant to inspire. By relating the ups and downs and ins and outs of their writing attempts, writers are helping other writers find the joy in writing. For the novice as well as the veteran, "A Cup of Comfort for Writers" celebrates all those who love this literary art.

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About the Author

Colleen Sell (Eugene, OR) is the editor of more than sixty published books, including many titles in the Cup of Comfort series. She has been an author, ghost writer, magazine editor, journalist, columnist, essayist, and copy writer.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598692682
• ISBN-13: 978-1598692686
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stories By Other Writers Like You, March 15, 2008

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Pat Shand "Pat Shand" (Freeport, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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When my mother gave this to me for Christmas last year, I expected a book full of writing advice and the always-interesting-but-rarely-helpful hints towards establishing a better writing life. However, that isn't what I got at all. This book is filled with inspirational stories from writers; some of them very successful, some of them more like me. I kept this book by my nightstand, reading a story from it every night before I went to bed. Combing over these true stories nightly has strengthened my will to keep writing tenfold.

Stories in here range from perfect to dreary, but most of them fall closer to the former. What each and every one of these stories do is touch on that something that only other writers know, that only other writers relate to. And just the act of reading about these men and women who understand what it takes to write and understand the craft is comforting, because it lets you--you writers--know that you aren't alone in your struggle.

For any writer having a hard time, this book will provide the comfort, support, and inspiration you need to keep on "writing the write." Also, a lot of the stories are just plain entertaining, so even if your writing life is perfect, I'd suggest picking up this book.

10/10 Classic.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration for Those Embracing the Writer's Life, June 1, 2009

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Sarah Joyce Bryant "The Night Writer" (KY) - See all my reviews

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As I began my journey into the writing life, I went in search of books that would inspire me - especially when I felt like giving up. This book did exactly that and more. Some of the essays addressed the follies experienced by new writers when sending their work out into the world and others addressed the feelings associated with the inevitable rejections letters that follow. What I gained from reading this book was a sense of camaraderie with other writers that have blazed this trail before me and have experienced what I am experiencing now. It is good to know that others have had doubts, felt like giving up, or struggled with finding the time to write. This book will make a nice addition to any aspiring or experienced writer's collection and I believe each will find themselves reflected in these pages.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Okay, but I wasn't impressed..., January 8, 2010

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Hope Wilbanks "Hope Wilbanks" (here, there, everywhere) - See all my reviews
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I bought this book because I was looking for an inspirational book of essays on writing, or about writers. I barely made it through a couple of essays, though, and never read the rest of the book. Other writers may enjoy it more than I did, but I doubt I would ever recommend it to any writers I know.