Fran Orenstein

Female

Scottsdale, AZ

United States

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Something About Me and My Book:
Growing up in the exciting culture of New York, I received a world-class education in the NY City Public School System. After graduating from Brooklyn College, I taught Kindergarten for three years and then became a full-time mom. Today, I am the proud Granny of four amazing, brilliant and beautiful grandchildren, Rachel, Aaron, Zayden and Kai.

My work life has been varied: magazine editor/writer; rehabilitation counselor; program manager for women's and children's projects for NJ State Gov.; and Special Projects/Disability Officer for NJ AmeriCorps.

Along the way I got a Masters in Counseling Psychology from The College of New Jersey and a Doctorate in Child and Youth Studies from Nova Southeastern University.

I wrote my first poem at age eight and submitted a short story to a national magazine at twelve. Along the way into adulthood, I wrote professionally and academically. Now retired, I can devote myself full-time to writing fiction and poetry. I am a published author of 'tween novels for kids ages 8-13, young adult historical novels, a 'tween/teen fantasy trilogy, and poetry, mysteries and a contemporary novels for adults. Award-winning adult short stories and poetry are published in various anthologies. My most current releases are a fantasy adventure series:
Writing is as natural as breathing and when I am in the zone, words just flow onto the computer screen.
Website:
http://www.franorenstein.com

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  • casey zeman

    I am excited to be on this ning. Just saying hi. Cheers, and have an amazing night!

    Jul 22, 2010

  • Jerilyn Ito

    Thanks, Fran! Thank you for showing me and inviting me to see different ways to share my book with others! :)

    Jul 22, 2010

  • Traci S Campbell



    Hello this is Traci. I wanted to stop by your page to welcome you to the network and ask you to please join me on my Facebook group at The C.H.A.M.P Within This group is about single parents and children who have grown up in a single parent home and for the ones who want to show their support.

    You can also follow me on twitter at:

    http://www.twitter.com/traciscampbell.

    Your friend,


    Traci S Campbell


    Aug 29, 2010