For a writer, a diverse background and a variety of experiences make a world of difference. While single-minded dedication to a specific professional path may be valued in the world of business, flexibility and interest in many things gives a writer an undeniable edge.

After earning a degree in English and writing, I began my professional career as a research editor for a business publication, but my interests in other areas could not be contained. While I excelled at researching and writing about office products and business practices, I also wanted to learn about everything else. So, naturally, I became a teacher! After becoming certified as an English and elementary education teacher, I went on to study psychology, and I soon found myself counseling in a higher education setting. My next passion was nutrition and alternative medicine. I am proud to say that I am formally educated in foods and nutrition with a certification from the American Dietetic Association. I worked briefly as a nutritionist for an upscale health club, where I helped people reach their weight loss goals with a healthy diet. At about that time, I also started to moonlight as a freelance writer and desktop publisher, putting newsletters and brochures together for a variety of community organizations. I had been responsible for writing tasks in every one of my previous jobs, so it was time to begin offering my services as a freelancer as well.

My passion for learning landed me a job teaching enrichment to gifted children. I spent four years in the public school system, and I have been teaching enrichment workshops on weekends for nearly a decade. I've learned as much from my students as they have learned from me, since my goal is always to guide learners in pursuit of their own unique interests. As a teacher, I have dabbled in science, logic, business, the stock market, drama, chess, literature and more. I am even certified in special education.

Through all of this, writing has remained my first love. In 2004, I began to study fiction writing for children. After publishing the first piece of children’s fiction I attempted to market, I decided to reinvent myself as a freelance writer. I have had tremendous success since that time, as my portfolio, testimonials and client list reflect. I continue to teach part time, but I have come full circle and am certain that I will continue to perfect my craft as a writer of just about anything!

I hope this brief biography has communicated the idea that while I am highly qualified to write on a wide variety of subjects, I work without limitations and can tackle just about any project that involves the written word. I look forward to helping you communicate your message and educate your audience. You know what you want to say. I can help you put it in writing!