Melissa Brewer

Freelance writer, content strategist, buzz builder

Washington DC

Freelance writer specializing in online media and viral content. Connect with me on LinkedIn using mbrewerDC at gmail.com.

Melissa Brewer

Freelance writer, content strategist, buzz builder

Washington DC

Freelance writer specializing in online media and viral content. Connect with me on LinkedIn using mbrewerDC at gmail.com.

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The Cats of Neko Jalala Cafe in Japan
Not to be deterred from the ever-increasing pop culture worship of cats, Japan has created a way for everyone to enjoy the purrs, snuggles, and playtime our feline friends have to offer.
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25 Disturbing Facts About Domestic Violence
Hard-hitting, fact-filled article about the realities of domestic violence, special for Domestic Violence Awareness month.
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A Slacktivist Guide to #EndangeredSpecies Day!
Endangered Species Day is a day meant to spread awareness about the thousands of creatures that are in danger of extinction. This article features activities to help people get involved on social media.
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Navigating the 403(b) Retirement Plan
Planning for retirement is easy when you have options for investment. What does the 403(b) plan have to offer?
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Preparing for Emergencies with a Disaster Kit
In the event of a natural disaster, it's always best to be prepared. Here's how to make sure you and your family are comfortable and safe in the event of an emergency.
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Homebuyers and FHA Mortgage Loans
Purchasing a home is a big investment. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) offers affordable lending options for home buyers that qualify.
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10 Steps to the Chocolate Lovers Cake
Loving chocolate cake is easy. But baking it? That shouldn't be an issue, either. Learn the secrets to pulling off the perfect chocolate lover's cake.
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Home Equity Insurance: Protecting Your Home as an Investment
Think you don't need the expense of home equity insurance? Think again. Home equity insurance protects you against uncertain financial times and insures you never sell your home for less than you owe.
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How to Write a Virtual Resume for a Telecommuting Job
When applying for a specific telecommuting position, you should treat your resume as first impression. Because HR and hiring managers receive dozens - and sometimes hundreds - of resumes each day when trying to fill virtual positions, they scan through them very quickly. Resumes that are formatted incorrectly, contain spelling or grammatical errors, or are sent past the requested due date are often discarded during the first round of readings.
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#FitchtheHomeless: A Lesson in #Brand Shaming
Brand shaming is a relatively new phenomenon. What happens when somebody makes it their objective to shame a brand into better behavior. This article examines the "Fitch the Homeless" campaign.
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Homeshoring Brings Legitimate Work-at-Home Jobs Into American Homes
Imagine a commute that is just down the hallway, a few minutes from your favorite gourmet coffeepot and the Monday morning news. You plug in your headset to the phone, boot your computer, and begin taking calls for your client. After 30 minutes of call time, you move on to a scheduled break to tend to a few errands around the house.
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The #Breitbart Smear Machine is Losing Its Voice
Breitbart.com has long been viewed as a "yellow journalism" type of publication, but conservatives have long viewed it as a mainstay of popular right-leaning opinion. However, their credibility has come into question, over and over again. And no one is surprised.
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About

Melissa Brewer

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social media campaigns

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Melissa Brewer is a freelance writer, marketer, and social media strategist available for hire in Washington, DC.

She works to create viral content, build audiences, and make sure your cause or business is a success on the social web.

Melissa has been writing for the web for 12 years, and specializes in new media. She has served as Writer in Residence at the Kerouac Project and the Montana Artists' Refuge. Her poetry has been remixed over 50 times as a part of the Soft Machine Remix Project in Belgium.