Portfolio
This is a sampling of my written work. I have an ongoing freelance relationship with the Newark Star-Ledger, writing book reviews and other features.
I helped launch two fashion business websites, PinkyShears.com and WouldYouRockThis.com; for which I have written content and marketing material.
I have worked as a contributing editor for Women’s Voices For Change, and continue to write articles for the site.
Freelance writer for the Newark Star-Ledger, Newark, N.J. 2000-present:
Book Reviewer 2007-Present
Clips from the Newark Star-Ledger include
Books explore how technology, gadgets shape our lives.
Book Review: The Accidental Billionaires
Great new books for children, from toddlers to teens. (kids and YA roundup)
The First Puppy: Some advice for the Obamas. 11/18/2008. (Factors for any family to consider before puppy adoption.) Feature for Parental Guidance Today section. Story subsequently picked up by Staten Island Advance.
AOL And I Move On: 8/9/08. Op-ed about the evolution of Internet culture.
Would You Rock This and Pinky Shears. Site editor, 2009-present.
Introducing Mara Cespon. 2/24/2011. A short profile of one of the illustrators featured on the website.
First Fashion Drawing Session. 1/28/2011. A recap of the first fashion drawing session sponsored by WouldYouRockThis.com.
Introducing Lara Bly. 11/17/2010. Multi-part profile of fashion designer and illustrator Lara Bly.
Women’s Voices For Change.
Contributing Editor December 2008- February 2010. Contributor 2010-present
Books Editor August 2008-February 2010.
Book Review: The Small Change Diet. 3/10/11. A review of “The Small Change Diet,” by Keri Gans, R.D.
Sneak Preview: “Mighty Macs” on Women, Sports and Personal Transformation. 3/7/11. Review of “The Mighty Macs” from the Athena Film Festival.
Second Screening: Winter’s Bone. 2/20/2011. A review of “Winter’s Bone,” from the Athena Film Festival.
The Beers of Summer. 6/25/10. A guide to different varieties of beer, and beer pairings.
Exercise, Yes: 5 Tips for Getting Started. April 5, 2010. An introduction to exercise.
Additional Publications:
My writing has appeared in numerous print and online publications, including Chelsea Now, Newsday and Women’s Health magazine.
- “Complete Unknowns and Rolling Stones,” Essay in The Moment I Knew, edited by T.S. Nelson, Sugati Publications, September 2011.
- “Brooklyn couple first to marry in zero gravity.” Newsday. September 13, 2009. Explore L.I. Weddings section. 450 words.
- “Chelsea Literary Fete A Feministing Affair.” ChelseaNow. June 6, 2008. 900 words.
