Emily Walters
I am a graduate student at Temple University pursuing a MFA in Creative Writing. I was a writing tutor and literature tutor for four years at my alma mater: Lycoming College. For two years I was a copy editor for our online literary journal, "Schemata."
My interests in reading vary immensely. I enjoy fiction, poetry, astronomy, philosophy, history, anthropology, and sociology. Within fiction, I enjoy reading historical fiction, magical realism, and realistic fiction. I enjoy fantasy, but I am very particular about the writing. Tolkien is the most a dept at fantasy.I have never been a fan of romance of any kind of chick-lit. Some of my favorite authors are Michael Cunningham, Barbara Kingsolver, Michael Ondaatje, Nabokov, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Tolkien.
I'm told that my wit has a tendency to be caustic and is always entertaining. I enjoy writing articles with a flair and a twist, giving it my own voice. My interests are wide; I love to discuss film, art, food, books, history, health issues, nature, animals, and relationships.
Animals are a hobby of mine. I love all of them and enjoy studying them. Otters happen to be my favorite animal, and I put my knowledge in both nature and writing to use in an internship with the Philadelphia Zoo. I was a Public Programming Intern in 2010, and I designed and developed educational materials for children, discussed animals with the public, and wrote summaries for various exhibits.
I am an avid Syfy watcher. I enjoy History Channel and Discovery.
The Civil War and both World Wars fascinate me, and I read and watch as much as I can on the subjects.
As a person with many food allergies, I like to find new things to eat and innovative ways to spice up the same old dishes I can eat without going into anaphylactic shock.
Latest Articles
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Talk Like A Pirate Day
Host yer sails and swig some rum! The origin and tradition of the annual celebration.
Sep 19, 2011
- Emily Walters
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I Survived the Great Virginia Quake
Whether you live in Albany or Atlanta, chances are you felt some tremors or aftershock from the Virginia earthquake and have lived to tell the tale.
Aug 23, 2011
- Emily Walters
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How to Pick the Right Graduate School
Choosing a graduate school can be daunting. These are a few tips on how to read between all the lists and know what's best for you.
Aug 22, 2011
- Emily Walters
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The Truth About Hypoallergenic Cats
What causes cat allergies? What are Hypoallergenic Cats? What types of breeds are best for allergy sufferers?
Aug 20, 2011
- Emily Walters
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Affordably Enchancing the Perfect, Little Bust
It's difficult to not only have a small bust with the media hounding on women to be curvier, but it's also a bust for a woman's wallet to pay for bras.
Aug 17, 2011
- Emily Walters
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