Cholla Bear Communications

Janni Lee Simner, Writer
Specializing in Science, Web, and Promotional Writing

Need to get your message across clearly, cleanly, and concisely? I have fifteen years experience communicating clearly and effectively, in print and on the web. If you're looking for a freelancer, contact me.

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Science and Health Writing

With a dual degree in biology and English, I have the skills to understand scientific subjects--and to translate them into language that non-scientists can understand. Some of the articles I've written include:

• "Eye Care for Children," Something More (publication of the Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation), Vol. 8, Issue 1
• "Caffeine Basics," Something More, Vol. 8, Issue 1
• "Biologist Sally Elgin Lends a Hand to Improve Science Education," Washington University Magazine, Spring 2006
• "Clinic Responds to Environmental Calls," Washington University Magazine, Winter 2005 (Article on an environmental law clinic)
• "Facts About Organ Donation," Something More, Vol. 7, Issue 1
• "The Consequences of Eating Disorders," Something More, Vol. 7, Issue 1
• "Hard Working Model," Washington University Magazine, Spring 2005 (Profile of Quantum Physicist Carl Bender)
• "Asking Molecular Biology's Big Questions," Washington University Magazine, Winter 2004 (Profile of molecular biologist James Darnell)
• "Fibromyalgia's Invisible Pain," Something More, Vol. 6, Issue 3
• "Autism: Treatments and Support," Something More, Vol. 6, Issue 2
• "Treating Juvenile Arthritis," Something More, Vol. 6, Issue 1
• "Exposing Evolutionary Answers," Washington University Magazine, Winter 2003; reprinted in the Washington University Record
• "Sticks and Stones May Break Their Bones: First Aid for Childhood Fractures," Something More, Vol. 5, Issue 2
• "Prenatal care: Finding Support, Understanding Risks," Something More, Vol. 5, Issue 1
• "Engineering Cues for Nerve Regeneration," Washington University Magazine, Spring 2003
• "Misdiagnosed or Misunderstood? Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder," Something More, Volume 4, Issue 2
• "Growing a Vision to Improve the World's Crops," Washington University Magazine, Summer 2002
• "Heart Disease: A Woman's Issue," Something More, Vol. 4, Issue 1
• "Treating Alzheimer's: A Researcher's Dream," Washington University Magazine, Summer 2001
  

Other Feature Writing

I've been written nonfiction features, profiles, and news articles on a range of non-technical subjects as well; some of these articles include:

Promotional Writing

I've written hundreds of brochures, newsletters, fliers, catalogs, letters, ads, press releases, and other promotional pieces. Companies and organizations I've worked with include:

• The Association for Media-Based Continuing Education for Engineers
• The University of Arizona Optical Sciences Center
• The University of Arizona College of Education
• The University of Arizona Summer Session
• NVision Networking, Inc.
• Planned Parenthood of Southern Arizona
• Washington University in St. Louis

Web Writing

I've combined my writing skills with my web design knowledge to write concise, audience-focused web site copy. I was recently one of two writers who wrote copy for Pima Community College's redesigned web site.

Web Design

I also take on a limited number of web design clients. Like my writing, my web sites are audience focused, concerned with getting your message to your audience in as straightforward and effective a manner as possible. I create pages that are clean, professional, and easy to navigate--all while meeting federal web accessibility standards.

Sites I've designed include:

• The Dog Training Company
• Patricia McCord
• Agave Communications
• Cetana Educational Foundation
• Sunrise Pet Clinic
  (Recipient of a 2004 PRimus Award Merit Recognition and a Cactus Quill Merit
  Award. )
• Prairie Outfitters, LLC
• Wendie C. Old
• Catalina Gastroenterology
• Burma-America Trading Company

I've also handled site maintenance and management for the University of Arizona College of Education.

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