Journalist Roxanne Hawn
Journalism is fun.
I get to chat with interesting people, learn new things, and combine it all into something interesting for others to read and experience.
When I’m in the zone, there’s nothing like it.
So much has changed, but I keep doing journalism work when I can because I love it so much.
Roxanne Hawn | Writer | Based in Golden, Colorado
Freelance Journalist
From newspapers, including The New York Times, The Denver Post, The Los Angeles Times, and magazines like Eating Well and Reader’s Digest to regional and trade magazines and various online media outlets, editors bought and published my writing on topics like these in actual print publications.
Now, of course, the vast majority of my work publishes online.
Topics I Have Covered
Profiles of people and businesses
Consumer & business trends
Pets, especially dogs
Veterinary medicine
Other pet-related professions
Weddings / relationships
Green living
Health and fitness
Personal finance
Grab Time in My Schedule
My roster is open for new clients.
I’m prioritizing people and companies that are good match for me too.
So, if you think I seem like a neat person, let’s talk!
I’m typically available for meetings Monday – Thursday.
Check out a few of my all-time favorite articles!
Way too many clips or example to share, but here are some of my favs.
How Does Hair of the Dog Grow?
Taking on the hair vs fur debate. The definitive answer on shaving / not shaving double coats. The 3 genes that control pretty much all dog coat variations. How dalmatians get their spots + other mysteries of the canine coat. Published Family Dog (American Kennel Club).
The ABCs of CBD
The most important thing to know about cannabis in veterinary medicine is that things continue to change… Saying nothing may no longer be viable. Published in Trends (American Animal Hospital Association)
Paging Doctor Big Laughs
Animal Planet’s “Emergency Vets” TV star works at the veterinary practice by day and the comedy club at night. Published in Healthy Pet magazine.
And Now I See
Novelist raises guide dog puppy as research for her first book. The experience provides plenty of humor and distraction for her protagonist, who faces family and other challenges. Published in The Bark.
Making Dogs Think
Five great ways to engage the canine mind, build your family bond, and make your dog’s life way more fun. Published in Healthy Pet Magazine.
Play Things, Then and Now, The History of Dog Toys
A rope, a bone, a stick. Time was, that was it for dog toys. Things have changed. Learn the history of dog toys from the industrial revolution forward, including a timeline for the invention of famous dog toys. Published in AKC Family Dog magazine.
Mr. and Mrs. BothOfUs
Forget taking his name or hyphenating, these couples combine their names or take entirely new married names rather than bow to convention. Published in The New York Times.
Vows, Amanda Gillam and Michael Lovato
A couple of professional Ironman triathletes get married. Seriously, the most fit group of wedding guests … ever! Published in The New York Times.
Fight for Your Right to Dry
The battle over laundry and common-sense energy conservation. Published in Natural Home.
Yoga for What Ails You
From headaches to tummy troubles, these yoga poses ease the pain … naturally. Published by Energy for Women.
a surprising number of people don’t know this
Quick Note About Journalism Ethics
I cannot pitch articles about, write about, or quote my other content/writing clients in my traditional journalism work for various media outlets. Maybe I’m old fashioned about that, but I was taught in school and in my early newspaper days that’s a big no-no.
I’d be thrilled to help you with your own content, but I cannot front for you with my other media editors.
Thanks for understanding.