Melody Warnick | Freelance Writer

Too Much Stuff!

Woman's Day, January 2009
For this story for Woman's Day magazine, I consulted a handful of experts for tips on getting rid of the clutter that we have the hardest time letting go: emotional attachments, potential money makers, incomplete projects and fixable items.

Citizen Kids

Better Homes and Gardens, October 2008
I'm a political junkie, so I loved working on this election-season story about getting kids and teens involved in politics. I even wrangled statements from Barack Obama and John McCain on what first got them interested in political life.

A True War Hero

Ladies' Home Journal, August 2008
This profile of a woman who adopted the military working dog of her son, a soldier who was killed in Iraq, was heart-wrenching--and inspiring--to write.

Fresh ideas. Crisp prose.

I write for national and regional magazines and websites about parenting, relationships, pregnancy, personal finance, homes, organization, and self-help. I also love doing profiles of people who inspire me. Among my editors, I have a reputation for fresh ideas and clean copy. And I never miss a deadline.

To see samples of my recent writing, check out the stories to the left, or visit my clips page. I'd also be happy to talk with you about your writing or editing project. Just contact me.