Stephanie Anderson Witmer

Harrisburg, PA USA
http://www.stephanieandersonwitmer.com/
28 Years Experience
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Professional Experience

I write about health, wellness and lifestyle topics for magazines and websites. My work has been published in Redbook, USA Today, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Prevention, Parade, Yoga Journal, Civil Eats, Daily Parent, Better Homes & Gardens, Forbes Travel Guide, and more. I've created brand content for WebMD, CVS Health, Hone Health, Giddy, Bed Bath & Beyond, UPMC, GoodRx, Electrolux, Volvo CE, CORT, Fig Industries, Capital Blue and more. In 2007, Chronicle Books published my cookbooks, KILLER PIES and KILLER CHILI. I'm a former magazine managing editor, and I teach college-level writing and journalism courses. I've done freelance editing for Parragon Books and independent authors. I tell stories that are compelling and well-crafted but also cleanly written and strongly reported. I freelance full time, and I'm always looking for new projects, large or small, national or regional. I'd love to work with you. You can reach me at StephanieAndersonWitmer@gmail.com.

Expertise

Writer 25 YearsEditor 20 YearsCopy Editor 20 Years

Specialty

Food 20 YearsHealth 20 YearsLifestyle 25 Years

Industries

Academia Teaching 20 YearsMagazine - Large Consumer/National magazines 20 YearsMagazine - Local/Regional magazines 20 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

  • DailyParent.com (10+)
  • USA Today/Studio Gannett magazines (10+)
  • The Penn Stater alumni magazine (3-5)
  • Women\'s Health magazine (3-5)
  • ExplorePAHistory.com (copyediting) (3-5)
  • Central Penn Parent (3-5)
  • CivilEats.com (3-5)
  • Better Homes & Gardens (1-2)
  • Redbook (1-2)
  • Central PA magazine (10+)
  • Food & Wine (1-2)
  • Country Sampler magazine (6-10)
  • Masthead Media (10+)
  • Prevention (10+)
  • Yoga Journal (10+)
  • Parade (3-5)
  • Good Housekeeping (6-10)

Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

  • Electrolux (10+)
  • Parragon Books (6-10)
  • ExplorePAHistory.com/WITF, Inc. (3-5)
  • Fig Industries (copywriting & proofreading) (10+)
  • Downtown Carlisle Association (PA) (1-2)
  • Keybridge Communications (copyediting) (1-2)
  • Creative Vision (1-2)
  • Volvo (1-2)
  • Yoga at Simply Well.com (copyediting) (1-2)
  • Capital Blue (10+)
  • Bed Bath & Beyond (3-5)
  • CORT (3-5)
  • Hertz (3-5)
  • UPMC (3-5)
  • GoodRx (3-5)
  • WedMD (10+)
  • Hone Health (10+)
  • Giddy (10+)

Awards

Gold Award for feature-writing, International Association of Business Communicators (2001); nominated for CRMA Feature-Writing Award (2001); nominated for PSU English Dept. Teaching Award (2005)

Associations

Society of Professional Journalists, American Society of Journalists and Authors, Association of Health Care Journalists

Other Work History

blogger, freelance writer, freelance editor, copywriter, copyeditor, proofreader, fact-checker, managing editor, online magazine founder/editor, cookbook author, writing instructor/professor

Technical Skills

blogging, AP style, magazine design, digital storytelling, copywriting, fact-checking, proofreading, editing, reporting, content marketing, research, teaching

Equipment

MacBook Pro laptop, printer, DSLR camera, fax machine, scanner, copier, podcasting equipment, digital voice recorder, iPad, iPhone, Adobe CC

FOOD + ENTERTAINING

Destination Pies
(Spirit magazine 5/1/2008)
Great pie spots from around the country
Cookie Time: Chocolate Crinkle Cookie Recipe ...
(CakeSpy.com 12/17/2011)
A family favorite: Christmas chocolate-crinkle cookies
How to Cook With Vegetable Stems & Roots
(LiveLoveLux.com 4/10/2014)
How to use the whole plant --- scraps, peels and all
Host a Valentine Making Party
(LiveLoveLux.com 2/12/2014)
Theme Party Ideas for New Year's
(LiveLoveLux.com 12/18/2013)
Demystifying Wine
(Central PA magazine 1/1/2007)
Simple, Satisfying Polenta Recipes
(LiveLoveLux.com 4/11/2014)
Not Your Mom's Deviled Eggs
(LiveLoveLux.com 9/3/2013)
New takes on the classic
Fall Vegetables: What's In Season
(LiveLoveLux.com 8/30/2013)
Healthy Kid-Friendly Recipes
(Susquehanna Style.com 6/27/2012)
Recipes and ideas for food that kids will actually want to eat
Harvest at Home
(Central PA magazine 10/1/2006)
The Best Cold-Weather Cocktails
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/11/2013)
Stress-Free Prep for Last-Minute Get-Togethers
(LiveLoveLux.com 7/13/2013)
Throw a great gathering in no time flat
Put Together the Perfect Cheese Plate
(LiveLoveLux.com 9/5/2013)
A cheesemonger's advice for picking the perfect cheese and wine to create an amazing cheese course
Kale or Swiss Chard: How to Tell Gourmet Veggies Apart
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/5/2013)
Easier Than Pie: Tips & Recipes for Mastering the Galette
(LiveLoveLux.com 10/11/2013)
How to Make Vinegar Cocktails
(LiveLoveLux.com 10/18/2013)
Vinegar, or shrub, cocktails are arguably one of the oldest of the vintage-cocktail trends, dating back to the Colonial era. They fell out of fashion for many, many years, but they're back---and tastier than ever.
A New Leaf: Pennsylvania Program Teaches Rural Teens to Farm
(Civil Eats.com 8/7/2014)
All-American Cheese
(Fig West Chester 6/1/2013)
Short profile of artisan cheesemaker Kristian Holbrook of Doe Run Farm (Pa.)
The Big Cheese: New Takes on Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/6/2013)
Build a Better BLT Sandwich
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/8/2013)
Comfort Food Done Elegantly
(LiveLoveLux.com 9/17/2013)
Versions of homey favorites that are elevated enough for a dinner party or special occasion but still deliciously familiar
Chocolate, Vanilla or ... Bacon? Alternative Ice Creams Are Hot
(Punchfork.com 8/26/2011)
A round-up of unusual ice cream flavors, including candied bacon and duck fat caramel soy sauce
These Awesome Farming Tools Are Made for Women, by Women
(Food & Wine 4/6/2016)
One company is making ergonomic tools for women farmers.
Farm Tools for Women, by Women
(Civil Eats.com 4/5/2016)
Green Heron Tools makes farming tools for women
The Government Is Spending More to Train Farmers Than Ever Before
(Civil Eats.com 3/2/2015)
Cupboards Bare? Make Shakshuka
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/8/2013)
Table for Four
(Susquehanna Style magazine 1/1/2006)
Ideas and recipes for planning a more "the-more-the-merrier" kind of Valentine's Day
Book Excerpt: Killer Pies
(Killer Pies (becker&mayer!/Chronicle Books) 3/1/2007)
Raspberry-rhubarb pie from Cascadia Bakery in Victoria, BC, Canada
Kid Tested, Mother Approved
(Susquehanna Style magazine 6/27/2012)
Getting kids to eat their veggies, starting with the summer's bounty of squash and zucchini
Long-Awaited New Series 'Food Forward' Makes Its Debut on PBS
(Civil Eats.com 9/9/2014)
At the Table
(Susquehanna Style magazine 3/1/2012)
A look at Easter food traditions, including a family recipe of my own.
Turn Champagne Into a 3-Course Meal
(LiveLoveLux.com/Electrolux 7/24/2014)
Exploring the Regional Styles of Lobster Rolls
(LiveLoveLux.com/Electrolux 6/26/2014)
Cook Lobster at Home
(LiveLoveLux.com 8/6/2013)
Lobster has a reputation for being decadent and fancy, which may spook some home cooks into attempting to make it themselves. You don't need to leave it to the pros - just keep it simple.
Reap the Harvest
(Pursuits magazine 9/1/2010)
Food article about Harvest, a environmentally focused, local-foods restaurant in Hershey, Pa.
Host the Perfect Brunch
(LiveLoveLux.com 7/23/2013)
Good Reception: Throwing a Wedding-Free Wedding
(LiveLoveLux.com 8/13/2013)
Sometimes couples want to keep the wedding part of a wedding to themselves and throw a reception later. Here are some tips to avoiding hurt feelings and social faux pas in the process.
Book Excerpt: Killer Pies
(Killer Pies (becker&mayer!/ChronicleChronicle Books) 3/1/2007)
Old-fashioned apple pie from The Little Pie Company, New York City

FEATURES + PROFILES

Be a Warrior/It's a Woman's World
(USA Today Modern Woman magazine 10/20/2013)
Profiles of 4 fearless women: Mindy Budgor, Anna Chatten, Niki Nakayama and Rebecca Chopp
Healing Ink
(USA Today Modern Woman magazine 10/11/2014)
Tattoos provide healing power for breast cancer survivors
Resistance at Christiana
(Central PA magazine 2/1/2002)
Fig Voices: Vulcans
(Fig Magazine-Lancaster, Fall 2013 Issue 9/1/2013)
A short profile of the indie-folk trio Vulcans, the WXPN Voices pick for Fall 2013.
Winning Smiles
(Susquehanna Style magazine 11/1/2012)
Short profiles of the winners of the magazine's kids' photography contest
Keeping It Real
(The Penn Stater 6/15/2014)
The Call of Duty
(Central PA magazine 11/1/2001)
David Rees, Super Genius
(Evil Genius magazine.com 7/1/2003)
Profile of David Rees, creator of the cult-fave, critically acclaimed comic strip "Get Your War On"
On Sacred Ground
(Central PA magazine 5/1/2000)
Feature about the Carlisle Indian School, a boarding school for Native American children. Won IABC Gold Award for Feature Writing. Nominated for CRMA feature-writing award.
The Courage to Heal
(Central PA magazine 5/1/2001)
A summer camp for kids grieving the loss of a parent, sibling or other family member
Creativity in Print
(Central PA magazine 8/1/2004)
The Corps Does That?
(USA Today, Special Edition, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 3/20/2014)
A look at some of the Corps' most unusual jobs and the six compelling people who do them
Back in Business
(USA Today Modern Woman magazine 10/18/2014)
Treatment for breast cancer often means surgery, and women find their bodies irrevocably changed as a result. No one understands this better than a survivor herself. Here are 4 women, all breast cancer survivors, who created companies to meet the specific needs of a woman's body after breast cancer.
United States of Style
(USA Today Modern Woman magazine 10/8/2014)
Profiles of 4 fashion/jewelry designers who live and work outside of NYC, the world's fashion capital
Schools nurture students' agricultural interests
(USA Today Back to School magazine 7/30/2016)
Many elementary, middle and secondary schools are integrating some form of farming or gardening into their classrooms and cafeterias. The chance to connect kids more closely with science, technology, engineering and mathematics — disciplines known as STEM — and other educational concepts as well as to the food they eat is among the reasons why.
On Death and Juggling: An Interview With Greg Bennick
(Evil Genius magazine.com 1/1/2003)
Q&A with Seattle filmmaker/musician/juggler Greg Bennick

HOME + GARDEN

New Year's Resolutions for Your Home
(LiveLoveLux.com 12/9/2013)
Corral clutter, make a meal plan, and more
A Tale of Two Kitchens
(Central PA magazine 9/1/2004)
A tour of the kitchens of two restaurateur couples
Wow Factor
(Susquehanna Style magazine 9/1/2010)
An inside look at a funky city warehouse-turned-loft & the super-stylish couple that inhabits it.
The Colors Experts Have Deemed Green As the Color of the Year
(LiveLoveLux.com 5/20/2013)
Integrating emerald, Pantone's Color of the Year pick for 2013, into your home and wardrobe
Trick Out Your Home Office
(LiveLoveLux.com 9/3/2013)
No more cubicles and no more overhead fluorescent lighting. Design your home office right.
Great Pumpkins: Chic Ways to Decorate Fall's Favorite Gourd
(LiveLoveLux.com 11/25/2013)
Rooms to Grow
(Susquehanna Style magazine 3/1/2011)
Kid-friendly room and closet design
The Power of Paint
(Susquehanna Style magazine 9/1/2009)
What's one of the quickest, cheapest and easiest ways to freshen up your space? A new coat of paint!
Get Organized and Efficient in 2015
(DailyParent.com 1/2/2015)
Professional organizers offer their tips for getting your home and your time streamlined in the new year.
A-Tisket, A-Tasket, A Stylish Easter Basket
(SusquehannaStyle.com 3/1/2012)
A roundup of Easter craft ideas from around the web
This Old New House
(Central PA magazine 9/1/2005)
A Pennsylvania family and their English-style cottage prove that less is sometimes more.
White Kitchens: Love It or Leave It?
(LiveLoveLux.com/Electrolux 7/16/2014)

PARENTING + FAMILY

Talkin' Turkey
(Susquehanna Style.com 11/1/2012)
A web round-up of kid-friendly Thanksgiving recipes and other fun holiday diversions
The Biggest Self-Esteem Killers Parents Dish Out
(DailyParent.com 1/28/2014)
Four tips for raising more confident kids
Sweet Ideas for a Kid-Friendly Valentine's Day
(Susquehanna Style.com 1/5/2012)
A roundup of the best Valentine's Day crafts and treats for kids
5 Foolproof, Guaranteed Ways to Get Kids to Do Their Chores
(DailyParent.com 1/20/2015)
Sleep-Away Camp? Kum-Bah-YEAH!
(DailyParent.com 2/15/2015)
A Matter of Life and Death
(USA Today | Pet Guide 2014 5/6/2014)
Your pet's well-being depends on how carefully you keep toxic substances out of reach. Here's how.
Going It Alone
(Central Penn Parent 9/1/2011)
The challenges and triumphs of single parenting
Great Pumpkins (and Other Ideas for Halloween)
(SusquehannaStyle.com 9/1/2011)
Roundup of spook-tacular (yep, I said it) Halloween ideas from the web
The Most Common Dental Health Issues in Kids
(DailyParent.com 2/15/2015)
Baby 101: The Most FAQs of First-Time Parents
(DailyParent.com 2/15/2015)
Dealing With Defiant Kids: An Age-by-Age Playbook
(DailyParent.com 11/12/2014)
In a perfect world, our children would enthusiastically comply with requests to clean their rooms and eat their broccoli every time we asked. Alas, we parent in the real world, where our appeals may more frequently be met with a "No way!" instead of the cheery "OK!" we crave.
Kids' Holiday Gift Guide
(Susquehanna Style.com 11/1/2011)
Roundup of great gift ideas from around the web
Say "Cheese" With Ease
(Susquehanna Style magazine 9/1/2011)
Tips from photographers for getting perfect family photos
Happy Hauntings
(Susquehanna Style.com 10/1/2012)
A web round-up of fun (and spooky) Halloween activities to do with the kiddos
Time for a Digital Detox?
(DailyParent.com 1/7/2015)
7 Easy Ways Kids Can Give Back
(DailyParent.com 12/1/2014)
It's this time of year, when all of the attention is on gifts and holiday feasts, that parents can introduce children to the concepts of gratitude and giving.
Mothers of Invention
(USA Today Guide to Kids' Health (Summer/Fall 2013) 8/1/2013)
Profiles of 5 mompreneurs who are making life easier for other moms
First Things First
(Susquehanna Style magazine 1/1/2011)
Choosing the right doctors for your child
Ordinary Children, Extraordinary Talents
(USA Today | Back to School 2014 7/15/2014)
Party Time! Excellent!
(Susquehanna Style magazine 5/1/2011)
Planning guide for kids' birthday parties

HEALTH + WELLNESS

Can a Wristband Really Get Rid of Nausea and Motion Sickness?
(Prevention 8/31/2018)
A Closer Look at Anti-Snoring Devices--Do They Work?
(Prevention 10/23/2017)
ABOUT 40% of men and 24% of women in the US frequently snore. Several categories of over-the-counter products claim to be able to silence the racket, as long as the snorer shows no signs of sleep apnea (high blood pressure, daytime fatigue, or gasping or choking during sleep). Apnea should be treated by a physician, says Nitun Verma of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine; OTC aids won't help. "Things that fix apnea also fix snoring," Verma says, "but things that fix snoring may not fix apnea." A regular snorer tested four types of devices; here's what he found.
Smart Eating Made Simple
(Better Homes & Gardens 3/1/2011)
Food experts -- Mark Bittman, Melina Jampolis, David Kessler, Brian Wansink and the Real Food Moms --- weigh in on the easiest ways to improve you & your family's eating habits
What Doctors Tell Their Friends About Allergies
(Redbook 3/1/2015)
It's not just you: More people are suffering from allergies than ever before. The advice these doctors give their closest pals can help you get relief and enjoy spring again.
The Benefits of Exercise
(Central Penn Parent 2012 Maternity & Baby Guide 12/1/2011)
The benefits of exercise -- in particular, prenatal yoga -- during pregnancy
Scary Side Effects of OTC Pain Pills
(Women's Health 9/5/2013)
It's a Dirty Job ...
(Women's Health 3/1/2015)
More Than a Headache
(Central PA magazine 10/1/2005)
As the title says, migraines are more than just headaches.
Is Aspirin the New Wonder Drug?
(Women's Health 9/1/2013)
A look at the possible promising benefits of aspirin

TRAVEL

Planes, Trains and Automobiles
(Susquehanna Style magazine 5/1/2012)
Tips for traveling with kids by car, by train and by plane
Laurel Highlands, PA
(Forbes Travel Guide/Startle.com 11/15/2012)
A destination guide for the Laurel Highlands region in Pennsylvania

BOOK REVIEWS

Book Review: "The Long Haul"
(Rain Taxi 7/1/2004)
A review of Amanda Stern's novel "The Long Haul" (Soft Skull Press, 2004).

ESSAYS

Time Like the Present
(The Bird Sisters Blog 12/30/2010)
I was invited to be a guest blogger on novelist Rebecca Rasmussen's blog, for which I wrote about motherhood, writing and finding some time for myself.

General

Can a Wristband Really Get Rid of Nausea and Motion Sickness?
(Prevention 8/31/2018)