Julia Scheeres

Julia Scheeres is a renowned freelance writer, editor, and New York Times-bestselling author based in Northern California. She gained foundational experience at La Prensa San Diego before progressing to esteemed publications like the Los Angeles Times and New York Times.

Proficient in a wide array of writing styles, Julia has covered diverse topics such as male sex surrogates for Elle and bomb-proof buildings for Wired. Her expertise spans essays, profiles, investigative features, and book reviews.

Julia's instructional capabilities shine through her roles as a writing teacher in MFA programs, writing workshops, and Stanford's creative writing extension program. She also excels as a developmental editor, specializing in books, essays, and long-form magazine pieces, and a narrative strategist for businesses. Her focus areas include children's issues, women's sexuality, health, travel, and cults.

A lifelong member of the San Francisco Writers' Grotto, Julia Scheeres holds an impressive educational background, including a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Print Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish from Calvin College.

With a vast experience ranging from writing and editing to teaching and mentoring, Julia Scheeres is a versatile professional dedicated to crafting compelling stories and guiding individuals through the publication process.