About

Whenever people ask what I write about, I laugh because the only answer I can offer is, "What don't I write about!"

I am most passionate about kids' health and welfare, and specialize in feature stories about teenage and family issues. But I'm blessed with a permanent identity crisis because I also write articles about the silver-hair set – and everyone in between. From demystifying investing for women older than 45 to profiling a jet-setting celebrity jewelry designer to reviewing the nightlife in a nearby town, I'm always broadening my repertoire.

I spent several years writing features at the Boston Herald. I conceived, reported and wrote articles for the paper's weekly teen page Your S.T.U.F.F. (Style, Triumphs, Upsets, Friends, Future). I also wrote general lifestyle features targeted at all ages, including pieces on dating, home improvement and pop culture trends. After hours, I freelanced for education, wedding and travel publications. These projects let me hone my voice and develop a versatility that now allows me to write for publications of diverse styles on tight deadlines.

I moved to South Florida to pursue a freelance career and am now writing features and essays for print and online publications, including Salon, Seventeen, Teen Vogue, The Palm Beach Post, Palm Beach Illustrated and South Florida Parenting.

Although I devote most of my time to researching and writing articles, I also enjoy cooking ethnic cuisine, gardening and snorkeling. I also enjoy dancing, creating beaded
jewelry, and taking travel and nature photos.

Thanks for reading!
Cara Nissman