ABOUT
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After a lengthy hiatus, Jen returned to writing when her youngest was born with a rare genetic condition and profound needs. Jen is a firm believer that small moves create immeasurable impact, that thriving is a choice, breathing can be victory enough, and giving oneself grace is essential. She is committed to kicking butt, not in spite of tough circumstances, but because of them.
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Jen's work is published in various print and online publications. She believes in the tremendous power of telling our stories; you can read hers in her personal blog, The Best We Have to Give.
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Bio Highlights
Education
Awards and Honors
Bachelor of Arts
University of Delaware
Major: English with a concentration in Journalism
Minor: Women's Studies
Accelerated Teacher Certification Program
Saint Elizabeth University
Master of Arts in Writing (in progress)
Rowan University
2023 Denise Gess Literary Awards - First Place - Nonfiction
2022 Writer's Digest Award Winner
Alpha Epsilon Lambda, National Honor Society of Graduate and Professional School Students
Kappa Delta Pi, International Education Honor Society
Women's Studies Award of Special Merit
Sigma Tau Delta, International English Honor Society
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Writing
Jennifer's work has appeared in print and online publications, including Vita Poetica Journal, HerStry, Scary Mommy, Her View From Home, Parenting Special Needs Magazine, Today Show Parenting Team, Delaware Today Magazine, The Independent Press and more. Additionally, she worked as a reviewer of content submissions for Chicken Soup for Volunteer's Soul.