From the opening line that grabs ahold and never lets go to the witty turn of phrase worthy of a good chuckle, I appreciate the power of words and the art of storytelling. Needless to say, writing for a living is nothing short of a dream gig.

As a freelancer specializing in science, nature, and health, I have covered a variety of subjects for dozens of magazines, newspapers, and trade journals. My work has appeared, in print or online, in NPR, Men’s Health, Psychology Today, Backpacker, Outdoor Life, The Saturday Evening Post, and elsewhere.

​I have also received fellowship and grant awards from the National Association of Science Writers, the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing, and the American Society of Journalists and Authors.

EDITORS SAY . . . ​

"Paul's work is accurate, detailed and delivered on time. . . . He knows how to craft a story—making it interesting, entertaining and informative."
Before embarking on a freelance writing career, I pursued my passion for a well-told story by studying literature and creative writing. From there, I had the pleasure of advising graduate students, running a writing center, and teaching communications courses. 

Along the way, I've guided future engineers, aspiring artists, and soon-to-be doctors as they learned to brainstorm better, find their focus, and dig into details. Nowadays, I put many of those same tips and strategies to good use on a daily basis.

​When I'm not hard at work, you might find me enjoying a cup of coffee with my wife, doubling as a human jungle gym for my kids, or greeting Mother Nature by foot, bike, canoe, ski, or snowshoe in Wisconsin’s beautiful Northwoods.
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World Conference of Science Journalists in Switzerland
Degrees
  • ​B.A. in English - St. Norbert College
  • M.A. in English - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh​
Recent Awards
  • Council for the Advancement of Science Writing New Horizons Travel Fellowship (2019)
  • National Association of Science Writers Laura Van Dam Travel Fellowship (2019)​