Writer
I have been working as a freelance writer and editor since 1992. In 2006, I graduated from the prestigious Antioch University-Los Angeles Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program (named one of the top five low-residency programs by The Atlantic).
I
have finally stepped out of hiding as a creative writer (hence the MFA)
and am actively involved in writing and finding the right markets for
my work. My genre of choice at this moment is creative nonfiction. No,
the creative part of that label does not mean that I make things up, it
means that I work to make the mundane interesting and explore universal
themes that thwart (or uplift) many people.
I love working
with other writers. The energy that is created when we talk about
structure and content and themes is inspiring. I especially enjoy
helping other writers feel more comfortable sharing their work with the
outside world. This takes many forms, from encouraging a colleague to
submit, to teaching them how to conduct successful public readings of
their own work.
Publications
Earthly Delights
by Susan Bourette July 2008
Book Review Summer Gatherings: Casual Food to Enjoy with Family and Friends
by Rick Rodgers June 2008
Book Review Comfort Foods by Kate Jacobs April 2008
Vintage Voices: A Toast To Life An Anthology of Redwood Writers
“One Last Gift” (essay) 2007
Redwood Writers Newsletter
“Devil in the White City” (book review) October 2006
“A Death in Belmont” (book review) November 2006
Family-Life Magazine
“Will Your Child Get Better Grades with Exercise?” March 2005
“Singing at Carnegie Hall” April 2005
“Home Buying Basics” July 2005
ZAUM 8
“Failure” (Short Story) 2004
The Oak Leaf
“Should I or Shouldn’t I: what to do after High School” 2001
Grant School Parent Handbook 1995
Petaluma Weekly News
“Off-Leash Ordinance is Good News” 1994
“Chocolate” 1994
"A View of the Men’s Movement, Why and How” 1994
“My son and A.D.D.” 1993