Bryant Editorial Nashville Freelance Writer Linda Bryant

Contact me at lindab@bryanteditorial.com
615-269-5082 or 615-507-9735

Do you need help with critical editorial and copy writing projects? I can help.

Welcome to my website. I'm Linda Bryant. I'm a freelance writer, award-winning reporter and non-fiction writer, copywriter, blogger, content and social media strategist, ghostblogger, researcher and enthusiastic brainstormer......

A little more about me...

I am a veteran professional communicator with over 25 years experience in journalism and public relations. I am well-versed in new media writing -- blogging, email marketing, e-newsletters and web page writing.

Here are a few of my recent accomplishments:

* ghost blogging for several national companies and franchises

* nationally distributed news releases for corporate clients

* Articles published in 2011-12 in the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Charlotte Business Journal, Nashville City Paper, Tampa Bay Business Journal, Nashville Post, Nashville Business Journal, Jacksonville Business Journal, Nashville Ledger, Nashville Lifestyles, Nashville Post Magazine.

Here's what people I've worked with say......

   "After her first few freelance assignments for NashvillePost, Linda quickly became a trusted, go-to contributor for the publication's various platforms. An insightful reporter and writer, Linda consistently delivered assigned stories on deadline that met or exceeded editorial expectations with their thoroughness, thoughtfully crafted narratives and strict attention to detail and the direction she had been provided. In addition, Linda was always easily accessible and pleasant to work with via phone or email. I highly recommend her for any writing projects and assignments."
                            -- Erin Lawley, Managing Edtior, Nashville Post

“Linda Bryant is an excellent reporter/writer who regularly goes the extra mile to dig up important details, check facts and find the unusual angle or personal detail that makes a story come alive. She is also a lovely and innately curious person who can write confidently about a wide range of diverse topics, from business and art to health care and religion.”
                                     -- Rebecca Denton Reporter, The Tennessean

“Linda is a great leader and wonderful writer. She quickly digests complex issues and presents them in a way that is clear, concise and engaging. She not only performs at a high level, she improves the skills of those around her.” -- Brandon Puttbrese, Reporter, The News Examiner

“Linda is one of the most creative storytellers I have worked with. She has a passion for discovering knowledge and sharing that knowledge in a way that is compelling to others. Linda is a hard worker, known for meeting deadlines and giving her all. Her status as a veteran reporter shows in everything she does. From investigative reporting to feature writing and everything in between, Linda shines.”
                    -- Cynthia Yeldell, Reporter/Writer, Nashville Business Journal

“Linda was a pleasure to work with. Her passion for writing is palpable. She constantly strives to hone her craft and approaches each story with tenacity and intelligence. She is a lifelong learner and her enthusiasm for her work and life in general is both refreshing and contagious.”

       Scott Takac, Assistant Managing Editor, Nashville Business Journal

“I first Linda through a Ladies Who Launch networking class. I immediately liked her. She has a way with words but more importantly listens. She wrote my bio for my photo website. After she interviewed me for about 20 minutes she was able to totally get what I was about!! She is a delight to be around and brings a truly new and unique voice to this world.”
rtist, Sweet Visions

“I worked with Linda at The Tennesseean while freelancing for Davidson AM. She squired me through the process and advised me on many occasions. I found her mentorship invaluable and was able to see her writing process and her work ethic close up. She is diligent, creative and has a fabulous and infectious team spirit. She is also a wonderful poet.”
                -- Colleen Creamer, Freelance Writer, Creative Writing Services

Writing about business, non-profits and entrepreneurship

My specialty is writing about the wheels of commerce and entrepreneurship.

I am passionate about writing about business and industry. As a longtime business reporter I've learned that every business has a story to tell.

Some businesses have extraordinary stories to tell, but their owners, managers and employees are often too busy or too close to their companies to get messages out effectively

As a trained storyteller, I can help you find the right words.

Need an all-star team for your next project?

I can tackle writing projects of all sizes -- from the 300-word blog post to the 5,000-word white paper.

But I can bring even more than that to the table.

I"ve built great relationships a wide range of professionals -- designers, printers, SEO experts and other specialists. While I focus on writing the best copy for you, I can pull together and integrate a team of professionals to meet your complex communications needs.

I can also work with your in-house team or simply deliver the writing you need. Flexibility is my operative word.

Awards

Baumeister Fellowship in Creative Writing at Fairleigh Dickinson University

I was awarded grant to support my graduate studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University. It is awarded based on the quality and promise of a graduate student’s writing.

$10,000 fellowship from The Celebration Foundation in Portland, Oregon.
This 2003 grant from a private foundation was given based on the creative, informative and inspirational quality of my writing at The Tennessean.

Gannett in-house corporate editorial awards 2006
This 2006 team award was given for in-depth coverage of a deadly tornado in Gallatin,Tenn at The Tennessean.

Multiple awards from the Washington State Newspaper Association
1991-first place in tourism writing; 1992-first place in tourism writing; 1992-second place in feature writing; 1992-second place in tourism writing

What can an old Jerry Lewis performance teach about great client relationships and top-notch writing?

One of my favorite comedy routines of all time is a hilarious Jerry Lewis bit (featured below) with a typewriter. It's a lot of fun, but notice that Lewis never misses a beat. The whole routine is filled with creative change-ups and turns. You don't get bored because he keeps it fresh, and he stays in command. When all is said and done, I believe a relationship with a client should involve many of the elements in this classic Jerry Lewis routine -- fun, professionalism, unexpected creativity and wild applause at the end!