Community issues
Journalism allows me to examine the communities I’ve called home with a critical eye. I’m particularly interested in doing this through the lenses of history and solutions journalism.
Portfolio
Art
I look for opportunities to celebrate beauty, both personally and professionally. I write about art because it provides a lens to understand how others perceive the world.
Literary coverage
Book reviewing became a cornerstone of my freelance work when I began writing for BookPage in 2008. In addition to frequent review work, I also interview authors and produce feature packages about books and other aspects of storytelling.
Essays
As a columnist for a small-town newspaper and a digital journalist for Alabama’s largest news outlet, I’ve had many chances for public self reflection.
Travel
When I travel, I seek opportunities to better understand a community. Those frequently show up as I explore the history of each place.
Music
My music writing experience includes founding the blog Birmingham Box Set, which ran from 2008 to 2014. I continue to write about music, particularly in Birmingham, Alabama.