I'm a Boston-based professional writer, author, and educator specializing in parenting, education, child development, children's health and safety, school-age bullying, teen angst, and family life issues.
My work has appeared in numerous magazines including top-notch national publications like Parenting, Woman's Day, ADDitude, Publishers Weekly, Child.com, and more. You can read samples of my work here.
I'm also the author of The Everything Parent's Guide to Dealing with Bullies: From playground teasing to cyber bullying, all you need to ensure your child's safety and happiness (release date: July 2009, Adams Media). Click here to order the book.
I belong to the American Society of Journalists and Authors. ASJA, founded in 1948, is the nation's leading organization of independent nonfiction writers. All members of ASJA have met exacting standards of professional achievement in various forms of non-fiction writing.
I hold a master's degree in community social psychology and a bachelor's degree in psychology. My awards include the University Medal for Distinguished Public Service from UMASS Lowell, People Who Make a Difference Award from Middlesex Community College, President's Award for Excellence, and the Teaching Excellence Award from Bay State College.
Want to know how I got started in this biz? Read on...
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