I'm a writer near Raleigh in the small town of Pittsboro, North Carolina
Short bio
My writing business currently focuses on books and resume writing. Over the years the core of my work has ranged from search engine optimization (SEO), blog development, content marketing, to journalism. I've written for some of the world's largest brands, and help people advance their careers at companies large and small. I started freelance writing in 2009 while working in marketing management, and I love the variety of industries and people I help support through my writing.
Author and poet
I wrote the first guidebook to the Bonnaroo Music Festival in 2010 and I've published 3 poetry books. My guidebook for journalists Magazine Queries That Worked released in June 2017. As a creative writer, I'm looking for an agent for my short story collection Rose Window, and a small press for my bee and nature-inspired poetry manuscript Architecture of Bees. I was a Top 10 Finalist in the WOW! Women on Writing 2018 Winter Flash Fiction Contest, placed second in the 2016 Women on Writing Summer Flash Fiction Contest, received Honorable Mention in Fiction in the 2015 Carolina Woman Writing Contest, and was a semifinalist for the 2015 and 2016 James Applewhite Poetry Prize. I led writing workshops through two groups I founded and led from 2008-2022: Triangle Writers and Asheville Writers. I also support Raleigh's largest group of poets, Living Poetry.
Curious how to pronounce? Tara Lynne Groth rhymes with Marilyn Moth.
My writing business currently focuses on books and resume writing. Over the years the core of my work has ranged from search engine optimization (SEO), blog development, content marketing, to journalism. I've written for some of the world's largest brands, and help people advance their careers at companies large and small. I started freelance writing in 2009 while working in marketing management, and I love the variety of industries and people I help support through my writing.
Author and poet
I wrote the first guidebook to the Bonnaroo Music Festival in 2010 and I've published 3 poetry books. My guidebook for journalists Magazine Queries That Worked released in June 2017. As a creative writer, I'm looking for an agent for my short story collection Rose Window, and a small press for my bee and nature-inspired poetry manuscript Architecture of Bees. I was a Top 10 Finalist in the WOW! Women on Writing 2018 Winter Flash Fiction Contest, placed second in the 2016 Women on Writing Summer Flash Fiction Contest, received Honorable Mention in Fiction in the 2015 Carolina Woman Writing Contest, and was a semifinalist for the 2015 and 2016 James Applewhite Poetry Prize. I led writing workshops through two groups I founded and led from 2008-2022: Triangle Writers and Asheville Writers. I also support Raleigh's largest group of poets, Living Poetry.
Curious how to pronounce? Tara Lynne Groth rhymes with Marilyn Moth.
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Long bio
Before starting my writing business I was a public relations director and marketing manager. I now use my marketing experience and journalism background to produce engaging content relevant to target audiences in transactional digital experiences. My bachelor's degree is in cinema and cultural studies (Stony Brook University), so I'm always looking at how imagery and design tell a story. My degree's focus on culture also makes me hyperaware of audience perceptions. This all comes together when I collaborate with user experience design (UXD) teams in my content strategy work. I love working in UX on Agile teams and I'm also a Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC).
Freelance journalist
With a personal passion for farms, food, and finance, my bylines have appeared in GRIT, Produce Business, Vegetable Growers News, Market Watch and more. My magazine writing centers on profiles and agriculture, reporting how to incorporate technology for agro-marketing purposes, and increasing crop yields through vertical gardening. I also love learning about extraordinary people and writing about them. Among the many subjects I've interviewed, some have included an artist who creates art for the blind, an Oscar nominee, and comedian Bill Burr.
Educator and mentor
As a conference speaker and workshop host I've presented on search algorithm changes and digital trends. In 2013, I presented top blogging practices at the now-former Times Square headquarters of the American Society of Journalists & Authors. My author marketing workshops ranged from half-day events, to 11-week classes. I've been an education provider multiple times for Duke University's Osher Institute and Wake County Schools Lifelong Learning.
Volunteer projects
Ongoing charitable contributions are important to me. In the summer of 2012 I spent a week-long volunteer vacation in Maine, working with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to repair frost-heaved boardwalks. I've donated time and resources to arts festivals including Raleigh's SPARKcon and Artsplosure, Holly Springs' arts festival, Durham's Full Frame Film Festival, and many more.
Five fun facts about me
Before starting my writing business I was a public relations director and marketing manager. I now use my marketing experience and journalism background to produce engaging content relevant to target audiences in transactional digital experiences. My bachelor's degree is in cinema and cultural studies (Stony Brook University), so I'm always looking at how imagery and design tell a story. My degree's focus on culture also makes me hyperaware of audience perceptions. This all comes together when I collaborate with user experience design (UXD) teams in my content strategy work. I love working in UX on Agile teams and I'm also a Certified Professional in Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC).
Freelance journalist
With a personal passion for farms, food, and finance, my bylines have appeared in GRIT, Produce Business, Vegetable Growers News, Market Watch and more. My magazine writing centers on profiles and agriculture, reporting how to incorporate technology for agro-marketing purposes, and increasing crop yields through vertical gardening. I also love learning about extraordinary people and writing about them. Among the many subjects I've interviewed, some have included an artist who creates art for the blind, an Oscar nominee, and comedian Bill Burr.
Educator and mentor
As a conference speaker and workshop host I've presented on search algorithm changes and digital trends. In 2013, I presented top blogging practices at the now-former Times Square headquarters of the American Society of Journalists & Authors. My author marketing workshops ranged from half-day events, to 11-week classes. I've been an education provider multiple times for Duke University's Osher Institute and Wake County Schools Lifelong Learning.
Volunteer projects
Ongoing charitable contributions are important to me. In the summer of 2012 I spent a week-long volunteer vacation in Maine, working with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to repair frost-heaved boardwalks. I've donated time and resources to arts festivals including Raleigh's SPARKcon and Artsplosure, Holly Springs' arts festival, Durham's Full Frame Film Festival, and many more.
Five fun facts about me
- I received my bachelor’s degree from Stony Brook University when I was 19
- I'm a licensed motorcycle rider
- I'm a Certified Permaculture Designer
- I'm a North Carolina Journeyman Beekeeper
- I've never missed a deadline
Writing memberships
The American Society of Journalists & Authors is an invitation-only network of nearly 1,200 independent working writers. It's a professional achievement to become a member of ASJA and I'm proud to have been one of less than two dozen other North Carolina writers in the organization. I was a member from 2012-2022.
I'm currently or have been a member of the American Society of Business Publication Editors, Atlanta Writers Club, The Authors Guild, Freelancers Union, North Carolina Poetry Society, North Carolina Writers' Network, Triangle User Experience Professionals, Winston-Salem Writers, Writers Group of the Triad.
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Interviews with me
July 2018 - WOW! Women on Writing - Top 10 Finalist Winter Flash Fiction Contest
August 2017 - The Writing Desk Blog - Author interview all about freelancing.
December 2016 - WOW! Women on Writing - 2nd Place Winner Summer Flash Fiction Contest
October 2016 - Writers Words Radio - Radio guest on wART 95.5 FM.
September 2016 - AND CO - Freelancers Share Their Words of Wisdom
August 2017 - The Writing Desk Blog - Author interview all about freelancing.
December 2016 - WOW! Women on Writing - 2nd Place Winner Summer Flash Fiction Contest
October 2016 - Writers Words Radio - Radio guest on wART 95.5 FM.
September 2016 - AND CO - Freelancers Share Their Words of Wisdom
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