
Alyssa H.
- Joined June 2016
I'm a writer and editor. BA English/Creative Writing and MA Creative Writing for Young People.
- Newport News, VA, United States
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Combined 6+ years in higher education environments, including Philanthropic Communications, Public Relations, and literary journals. I was co-editor for BEAUTIFUL LIES, editorial moderator for LETTER TO AN UNKNOWN SOLDIER, and writer for BERRY MAGAZINE.
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5 Beautiful Things About Afghanistan
“Beautiful” and “Afghanistan” is a pairing you don’t normally see on the news, but it’s true. From a wealth of natural resources, to stunning natural landmarks, to the people who work and live in these places, Afghanistan is a land vibrant with beauty. Just take a look.
Bloodroot Blooming
Published in Lunch Ticket. Short story: Fiction. Set in Virginia, a girl seeks her own story and risks losing what matters most.
How to Write Arguments with Maximum Punch
Arguments are both exciting and difficult to write. It’s challenging to strike a balance, to make sure both sides are winning, and to avoid repetition. A well-written argument goes through plenty of revising before it can inflict Falcon-punch levels of pain.
Turn the Radio On
Cover story for Berry Magazine.
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Not seeking workAvailable
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- Can work 15hrs per week
- Can commit to 3-6 months
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Blogs: Writing Forward, KM Weiland
Books: Classics, YA, MG
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I'm a creative writer signed with Skylark Literary (my debut will be going to publishers this summer). I'm a mentor on Now Novel, and love to help new writers, develop stories, and edit creative and non-fiction works.
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I work best with small teams of personable people or one-on-one. I like management style that is clear, with targeted audiences and deadlines.