Melissa Ridenour
I am a published book author. My newly published children's book, What Would You Do? A Kid's Guide to Staying Safe in a World of Strangers, has been published my Headline Kids (a division of Headline Books, Incorporated). It is available through the publisher and through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Follett, Ingrams and Baker & Taylor. Acquire more information about my book, my bio, endorsements of the book, and useful resources and links for children, parents and teachers at the book website, Melissa Harker Ridenour Books - www.AuthorMelissaHarkerRidenour.com. You can also find information about my book on my Facebook profile and Facebook Fan page - Melissa Harker Ridenour Books.
Subscribe to my Child Safety Blog at http://childsafety-melissa.blogspot.com.
I am also a published freelance writer and expert in the use of writing to inform and entertain. I have many years of education, training, and experience in the writer’s art. I have written magazine articles, newsletters, and both fiction and non-fiction manuscripts. I've both designed and written copy for business brochures and newsletters, and created Power Point presentations for businesses. I'm currently designing corporate websites, as well. I am accomplished at most types of creative writing tasks, including poetry and fiction.Additional resume information can be found though my Linked In profile or through my Facebook profile.
Latest Articles
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Mold in the Home Can Worsen Asthma
Exposure to high levels of fungus or mold can increase the risk of asthma. Therefore, mold in the home can worsen asthma attacks.
May 7, 2012
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Brain Injury: Treatment with Flu Drug
A new research study claims that an old and commonly used flu drug can help speed recovery from traumatic brain injury.
May 3, 2012
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Salary: Agreeable People Earn Less Salary
A recent study has determined that agreeable workers earn considerably lower salaries than less agreeable workers.
Apr 28, 2012
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Increase in Gout Due to Obesity and High Blood Pressure
A recent government health data report has determined that gout is being diagnosed in increasing numbers among American adults.
Apr 13, 2012
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ADHD in Children Now Linked to Secondhand Smoke
A new study suggests that secondhand smoke is linked to a greater risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and learning disabilities in children.
Apr 4, 2012
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Black Missing Children
A study shows that 42% of missing children are black. Some evidence suggests a disparity in media coverage of missing black children and white children.
Apr 2, 2012
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Menopause: The Benefits of Fish and Fish Oil
Some studies show that consumption of fish and fish oil has health benefits for menopausal women.
Mar 13, 2012
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Investments: Are Women Better Investors Than Men?
Recent studies have determined that women are better financial investors than men. They tend to make fewer investment mistakes.
Mar 6, 2012
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Reality Television: The Dumbing Down of America
Critics of reality TV programming think that watching reality TV numbs the mind of any intelligent thought and contributes to the dumbing down of America.
Mar 4, 2012
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Homeless Veterans
Studies show that U.S. veterans are more likely to be homeless than others and are more likely to die on the streets than other homeless people.
Mar 3, 2012
- Melissa Ridenour
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