Elaine D McMilianElaine McMilian wrote her first complete poem in junior high school, and whether its poetry, songs, or essays, she's been a committed writer since, graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City with a Creative Writing degree. During her thiry years as a singer/songwriter, she performed in genres as diverse as folk, alternative, classic rock, jazz standards, and punk. In more recent years, she's shifted toward writing poetry and essays, showcasing her works in her original blog, And Something Else, and her current online site, And Something More. Elaine lives contentedly in Kansas City, Missouri, with her husband Gaylon Umbarger. Copper and Other Precious Metals is her first book of poetry, representing the fulfillment of a long-cherished dream. Read more of Elaine's writing at www.elainemcmilian.net or www.elainemcmilian.substack.com. Read More Read Less