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The written word in the right hands can bring us to tears and laughter. It can inspire, motivate, heal, build, and destroy. Choose your words wisely.

The home of Writer & Author Vivien Cooper

Writer. Author. Ghostwriter-Biographer. Speechwriter. Content development coach. Lyricist.

Writing with excellence, impact, humanity, and integrity. Getting to the heart of your stories since 1999. 30 + books. Extensive portfolio. Stellar reputation. Many client testimonials.

"SEARCH NO FURTHER. YOU'VE FOUND A GIFT FROM GOD..." "Vivien Cooper has a gift like no other. Her instinctual writing ability enabled her to get into my mind and heart and bring my story to life in a way that touches the reader's soul. Search no further. You've found a gift from God." Eric Caron, International Security Consultant and Author of Switched On: The Heart & Mind of a Special Agent
  • Bringing insight, excellence, heart, and integrity to all projects.
  • Delivering impactful content that always rings true. Content you can share with confidence and pride. Expert guidance and support your can trust.
  • Unblocking your creative flow to reveal hidden themes in your story or project concept.
  • Understanding what makes people tick and capturing these drivers, motivations, and influences in writing.
  • Untangling, rearranging, and reorganizing your content draft so it flows beautifully.

SERVICES

Question: What is a ghostwriter and how does the process work?Answer: Simply put, a ghostwriter is a professional writer you hire to write on your behalf. Once my fee is paid, you retain all rights and credit for your book.
Ghostwriting Life Stories, Memoirs, and Family Histories
(See Memoirs and Bios page for more...)
As a professional biographer-ghostwriter, I have specialized in writing life stories and memoirs for clients from all walks of life. Although my clients have come from vastly different backgrounds, they all have certain things in common. Across the board, all of my clients...
  • Found the process of telling me their life story valuable, clarifying, and cathartic.
  • Saw their lives from a fresh perspective after the interview process.
  • Placed great value on having captured and preserved their life stories as a legacy to share with future generations.
  • Experienced all the rewards and benefits that come with being a published author.
Nonfiction Book Ghostwriting
(See Ghostwriting page for more...)
  • We discuss the parameters and your dreams and goals for your project and agree upon a per-project fee.
  • We calendar 50-minute phone interviews and I guide you through sufficient interviews to write your book for you.
  • Since I type very fast, I do not need to record or transcribe anything. Instead, I create a notes document during the interview process.
  • I begin writing on your behalf, in your voice, with your goals, heart, and intentions infused into the writing.
  • I send you drafted pages at regular intervals for your review.
  • Once the manuscript is finalized, we both do our final review. If you have requested revisions, I enter into a (paid) revisions period on your behalf.
  • I polish and proofread your manuscript.
  • I introduce you virtually to POD publishers or talk you through the process of finding and securing a literary agent or non-POD publisher.
  • DELIVERABLE: A publisher-ready manuscript in industry-standard format, beautifully written.
Question: What is the difference between nonfiction and fiction?Answer: Fiction is a story created from your imagination. Nonfiction is based on facts and reality. A writer may also used a fact-based story and alter it to create a made-up (fictional) story.
Speechwriting Speeches for every occasion and event
(see Speechwriting page for more info...)
When you can't afford to wing it, trust an experienced professional speechwriter to bring out your best.
I expertly help you uncover and express your deepest, most authentic message when it matters most.
Developmental Editing (Revising and restructuring content)
  • Reviewing and assessing your document to identify issues.
  • Reorganizing, revising, and elevating your content to a professional level.
  • Proofreading. Delivering a final manuscript which is authentically you and reflects your vision and goals.
Video Scriptwriting
  • Utilizing the same skill set I have used for years while interviewing clients for book projects.
  • Combining my interviewing expertise with my biographer skills to get a good sense of your brand and image.
  • Using my speechwriting and lyricist skills to craft a video script that is authentically you, at your best. All you have to do is relax and talk conversationally on the video.
Converting Audio/Video Content into Written Assets
All your original video and audio files can be expertly converted into written assets. With my help, you can bring in additional income streams from each file of audio or video content. I bring the following combination of skills, experience, and expertise to your projects. This simply cannot be duplicated by AI, transcription apps, or general transcribers:
  • 8 years of transcription experience in the legal field gives me great ease with the process of transcription.
  • Years of content development experience which enables me to envision possible written assets to match your content file.
  • Developmental editing expertise and experience that equips me to listen to your video or audio files and organize them into the most advantageous format.
  • Extensive experience structuring and creating books, speeches, articles, and other content types.
  • High caliber, professional-level writing capacity allows me to write and deliver excellent content that is ready to share and publish.
General Business Writing
  • BLOGS AND ARTICLES
  • DIGITAL PRODUCTS FOR E-COMMERCE
  • EVENT SPEECHES
  • VIDEO SCRIPTS
  • NEWSLETTERS
  • WEBSITE COPY
  • PROFESSIONAL BIOS
  • MEMOIRS AND LIFE STORIES
  • BACK COVER COPY (FOR BOOKS)
  • EMAILS AND LETTERS
  • LEGAL CORRESPONDENCE AND EMAILS
  • Utilizing my investigative and insightful nature to interview you and identify your project goals.
  • Developing document structure.
  • Writing vibrant professional content that moves and impacts.
  • Polishing, proofreading, and delivering excellent, impactful content.
Content Development Coaching
  • Providing expert guidance, insight, encouragement, and support in your writing journey.
  • Utilizing my vast experience with many types of documents to guide you in achieving your writing goals.
  • Envisioning and creating a blueprint or roadmap for you to move forward with confidence.
Question: When I look at ghostwriting prices on Google, they are all over the map. They range from very cheap to very expensive. So, how can I tell whether a ghostwriter is charging me a fair price? Answer: There are many factors that contribute to ghoswriting pricing. Here are some things to consider. Ask yourself: How long has this writer been ghostwriting? How many projects similar to mine have they ghostwritten in the past? Can I talk to this ghostwriter's previous clients and get references? Does the ghostwriter have client testimonials on their site? Can I read samples of their writing? Can I find books they've ghostwritten on Amazon? If this ghostwriter or ghostwriting company is charging me rock-bottom prices for a project that will likely take months to complete, how do they actually pay their bills? Is it possible that they are not a professional ghostwriter after all, but rather an amateur calling themselves a professional? Remember, anyone can call themselves a ghostwriter or ghostwriting company! Therefore, it is important to consider the length of time, level of expertise, skill, and experience involved in writing your particular project. Then confirm that the ghostwriter you're considering has the skill and experience needed to produce a professional-level written product for you.