In the opera Tales of Hoffmann , the hero is subjected to the insult “scribbler for hire.” Hoffmann creates works of great (paid for) beauty from his chaotic life.
My life is less dramatic than Hoffmann’s. But I too am proud to be a scribbler for hire. Before my road took this turn, I was a staff writer for local government producing such riveting titles as “Internal Communications Plan” and “An Ordinance Relating to Solid Waste Management.” Now I am a freelance writer scribbling commissioned work with as much passion as Hoffmann.
As I follow my own crooked road I discover some wonderful views. When I do, I like to write about them on my blog. I still find a creative challenge in writing the practical documents that organizations need. My clients include local governments, nonprofits, and small businesses that need: