I am a science writer and editor, specializing in the earth, ocean and environmental sciences, astronomy and chemistry (with a little regular biology thrown in). Currently I am busy writing a set of reference books for a middle school and high school audience on environmental issues for Facts on File.

My writing credits include a book, Cosmic Collisions, and many pieces for web sites, radio, magazines, CD-ROMs, textbooks, ancillary educational materials, and encyclopedia. I edit text materials, proposals, and manuscripts for the educational and professional markets.

I have a Ph.D. in oceanography and an M.S. and B.A. in geology. During portions of the past several years, I taught geology, oceanography and technical writing at various colleges, primarily Arizona State University.

My husband, Miles Orchinik, an ASU biology professor, and I live with our two young children in Phoenix.