Mary Pols is a versatile and accomplished writer and editor with a vast range of interests and skill sets. She has worked for several reputable publications, including Time Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, and the Portland Press Herald, focused on topics such as sustainability, women's stories, the Maine food economy, and film and book critiques, among others. Mary has also worked as Media Relations Specialist at Bates College and as Editor at Maine Women Magazine, where she managed a team of freelance writers, oversaw the design and layout, and generated content. Moreover, Mary is a private editor for both fiction and non-fiction writers and a college essay mentor. Her memoir, Accidentally on Purpose, was published by HarperCollins/Ecco in 2008. Mary holds a Master's degree in Journalism from the University of California, Berkeley, and has studied at Duke University and Stanford University. She is also a former copy editor for Facebook. Mary's extensive knowledge, experience, and versatility are bound to make her a valuable asset to anyone who collaborates with her.