Melissa Mayntz: Freelance Writer

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Melissa Mayntz has been a freelance writer and creative editor since 2003. She creates clean, edited copy for a wide range of both print and electronic publications, including features, keyword optimized (SEO) articles, profiles, news reports, how-tos, and essays. As an editor, she specializes in helping other writers refine their work without sacrificing their individual style and voice.

Melissa's projects and rates vary. While her portfolio and resume highlight different aspects of her work, she is always willing to take on new and unusual projects. For more information, please email.

Now Available:

Migration: Exploring the Remarkable Journeys of Birds (Quadrille Publishing)
Birds for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Owls, Eagles, Penguins, and Other Bird Species (Callisto Kids)

Sampling of Recent and Ongoing Projects:

Article: "Lily of the Valley The May Birth Flower" for Farmers' Almanac.
News: "Carnival Confirms Travel Documents for Norfolk to Baltimore Cruise" for Cruise Hive.
Article: "How to Sleep Well During Your Cruise" for Cruise Hive.
Articles: Various engagement ring, wedding ring, birthstone, and similar pieces for Vintage Diamond Ring.
Editing: Proofread college scholarship directory excerpt for SuperCollege.
Website: Launched Bird Identification Help service at Be Your Own Birder.
Travel: Sponsored cruise press trip aboard Norwegian Bliss for opening the Alaska cruise season.

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