Hi, I'm Annie

a seasoned, award-winning journalist,
magazine editor, and author in
Newport, Rhode Island

Contributing & Managing Editor

Need a freelance editor to cover a staff absence or curate a special section? I was the top editor for a lifestyle magazine brand, and can help fill any content gaps.

Journalism & Branded Content

With high-quality research and reporting, I love to tell engaging stories at the intersection of sustainability, nature, travel, food, and culture, and drive readership for publications and alumni magazines.

Book Writing & Editing

I have written my own book, with another in progress, and help emerging thought leaders find their authentic voice through one-on-one coaching, editing, and media consulting.

About Me

A proud Newport, Rhode Island, local with roots tracing back 11 generations, I relied on years of research and writing expertise to pen “Legendary Locals of Newport.” I bring warmth and storytelling finesse to my work as a journalist, and contribute to acclaimed publications in New England and across the country. As a trusted freelance editorial strategist, I help editorial teams manage production during a staff absence and curate content for organizations that have a story to tell but no staff to tell it.

Weaving through all of my work is the undercurrent of original ideas, thoughtful storytelling, and clean copy that I bring to brands and media outlets on deadline.

Testimonials

Working with Annie on the RI Local Agriculture and Seafood Act Grantee Showcase was an ideal experience. She was efficient and independent in getting the job done, her writing was uniformly beautiful, and she even collected the photos we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Annie!

Annie has been an excellent feature writer for 41N magazine for several years; now serving as a freelance contributing editor as well, she brings insights and experience to support our small team. She is helping to keep us on track to meet deadlines, she tightens up and refines content with her practiced editorial eye, and she has been a terrific partner in discussing and developing everything from big-picture concepts to story ideas. I truly appreciate her willingness to have the tough (but tactful) conversations that make our magazine better–which is what we all want. I am grateful to have her on board!

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