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K. Meldrum Denholm
About the Author
Author. Writer. Storyteller. Journalist. Editor.
Hi, I'm Kristine, and thanks for visiting my site!
I write stories about the ways people heal. I explore how people cope with loss, change, trauma, and how they recover.
My debut novel is about a family created in peace, love and music of the '70s, but lost in the times-- and their deepest regrets. What becomes of these broken-hearted? Will they find peace, answers, and a second chance again, when all is lost?
Though this is my first novel, I've made my career writing, editing, and interviewing people, telling their stories.
A Cleveland, Ohio, gal, I earned a B.A. in journalism magna cum laude from Duquesne University, and then worked in DC where I wrote, edited, and worked with the media for a federal law enforcement agency’s press office for ten years. Since then, while being a mom to three wonderful kids and a snoozing labradoodle at my feet (RIP the greatest editorial assistant ever) I've worked as an award-winning freelance journalist in Northern Virginia and Northeast Ohio, published in USA TODAY, Washington Post, Family Circle Magazine, Northern Virginia Magazine, Chicken Soup books, Cleveland/Akron Family, and many more.
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Journalism Portfolio
My bylined work has appeared in USA TODAY Sports, USA TODAY Sports Weekly, USA TODAY High School Sports, Washington Post.com, Northern Virginia Magazine, Family Circle, Balanced Living, POLICE Mag., Cleveland/Akron Family, Mahoning Valley Parent, NJ Family, Washington FAMILY and more. Essays published in: the newest Chicken Soup for the Soul: Tough Times Don't Last, Chicken Soup for a Dog's Life (Simon & Schuster), Chocolate for a Teen's Soul (Simon & Schuster), Sasee, Scary Mommy, Cleveland Plain Dealer, Finger Lakes Magazine, a humor column for ShareWIK.com, and more...
Editing Services
Looking for an editor for your next project? I'd be honored if you'd consider me. I've worked with words professionally for decades. I've also served full-time as an editor for a federal agency's publication. I am a certified copyeditor and member of Editorial Freelancers Association and Women's Fiction Writers Association as well. I can help you with copyediting, proofreading, editorial guidance, and alpha/beta reading your manuscript. Reasonable hourly and project rates. Reach out today!
Blog
Stay tuned for new books and old music recs! My Yesterday's Song blog will be posts about '70s and '80s music as well as all things books, writing, and interviews with other authors!