Amanda Keeley-Thurman

Anaheim, CA USA
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Professional Experience

I am a writer. I live, I observe and then I write it all down. I have experience writing for monthly, weekly and even daily publications. Deadlines don't scare me. Since writing is something I enjoy, I like to take on a wide range of topics. I've covered everything from restaurant reviews to business news. Although I prefer to connect with my readers through conversational writing, I can be serious when the assignment requires such writing. Given that I have written for local newspapers and magazines, I do have experience with AP style. Like most women, I am a chameleon in life and in writing. Therefore, I am able to adjust to any style of writing and find the appropriate voice with ease.

Expertise

Writer
6 Years

Specialty

Food
3 Years
Lifestyle
1 Year
Other, Specify
6 Years

Industries


Newspaper - Local/Regional
6 Years
Online/new media
3 Years

Total Media Industry Experience

6 Years

Media Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)

Pride Newspaper (10+), Zonkit.com (1-2), Neighbors Newspaper (1-2), Helium.com (1-2), HijasAmerica.com (1-2), Bestdishever.com (1-2), Cigar & Spirits Magazine (1-2), Factoidz.com (3-5), Churm Media (10+), Examiner.com (10+), Myspace Local (10+)

Technical Skills

avid, powerdirector, adobe photosho[

Foreign Language Skills

some Spanish

Computer Skills

word, excel

Equipment

Dell studio, digital camera, digital camcorder, powerdirector and adobe photoshop

Associations

Orange County Writer's Critique Group

Showcase

Blogs

Luxury on a Budget
(Blogspot 11/8/2024)
I gives advice on how to travel on a budget without sacrificing luxury. Great hotels, fabulous restaurants, you name it; I know how to get it for less.
Keeley Kay Day by Day
(Blogspot 11/8/2024)
A third person narrative, updating everyone on the exciting life of Keeley Kay.
Hot Mama Travel
(Blog 7/1/2012)
I love to travel and experience new adventures. I never leave my babies behind, so I have become a bit of an expert when it comes to traveling with kids. As mom, I am no stranger to budgets (blah). Therefore, I have created a space to share my experiences, my tips and my trips with others.

Online Writing Samples

Top 5 Sports Bar in Orange County
(Examiner.com 12/3/2013)
Compiled some of my favorite sports bars to watch the game and great deal.
More than Cheesecake
(Examiner.com 2/24/2011)
Reviewed The Cheesecake Factory happy hour.
Bars 101: Best Places to Watch Football
(Examiner.com 9/9/2009)
Reviewed the best bars and restaurants to watch football.
Benefits of White Wine
(11/8/2024)
Red wine may get all the credit, but white wine has a lot to offer! Read more and find out!
Guide to the Hangover
(Zonkit.com 11/8/2024)
I give you great advice on how to cure the nasty side effects of a night of too much fun.
Tortilla Jo's Downtown Disney
(Examiner.com 2/4/2014)
Another fun happy hour when you are out with the family.

Magazine Writing Samples

The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
(OC Metro 1/1/2009)
Reviewed a spa treatment at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
Middle Years
(OC Family 1/1/2009)
Advice article on how to get your tween to do chores!
El Adobe de Capistrano
(OC Menus 12/1/2008)
Reviewed El Adobe de Capistrano restaurant
Spice up your night
(OC Menus 12/1/2008)
Aphrodisiac foods
Comisario Tequila
(Cigar & Spirits Magazine 12/1/2011)
An editorial on a new tequila company
Old Town San Diego
(Cigar & Spirits Magazine 3/18/2014)
I take readers on tour of California's most historic town through great food and libations!

Fiction

Martini Wish
(Notes and Grace Notes 11/8/2024)
A short fictional tale about a young woman in a bar.