Annika Hipple
Freelance writer, editor, travel photographer

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Websites:

• My website: www.annikahipple.com
• My international travel column at Examiner.com

At its heart, good writing is storytelling. No matter what the project, it's all about telling a story and communicating a message. That's where I come in.

I am a freelance writer and editor with more than 13 years' experience. My experience runs the gamut from journalism to business writing and editing. As a journalist, I write compelling, accurate, and well-researched articles for print and online publications. As a copywriter and editor, I help businesses and nonprofit organizations stand out from the competition through effective communications. For businesses, I help you attract customers by telling your corporate story and communicating...[more]

At its heart, good writing is storytelling. No matter what the project, it's all about telling a story and communicating a message. That's where I come in.

I am a freelance writer and editor with more than 13 years' experience. My experience runs the gamut from journalism to business writing and editing. As a journalist, I write compelling, accurate, and well-researched articles for print and online publications. As a copywriter and editor, I help businesses and nonprofit organizations stand out from the competition through effective communications. For businesses, I help you attract customers by telling your corporate story and communicating your business values in a way that truly illustrates who you are and how you are different. For nonprofits, I help you attract attention and funding for your work by communicating your mission and telling your organization's story in a way that makes people want to support you.

I have particular expertise in travel, environmental issues, international development, and philanthropy. I also have a special interest and background in topics related to Scandinavia and Latin America.

I write a column on international travel for the Seattle edition of Examiner.com. I'm also a regular contributor to various other publications and websites on travel, green issues, and international topics.

I also write two travel-related blogs. Crossing Time Zones covers such topics as sustainable and responsible travel, voluntourism and other issues-related travel, noteworthy sustainable development projects, and people and organizations around the world that are doing interesting work on global issues. Real Scandinavia focuses on travel, news, and culture in the five Nordic countries: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland.

In addition, I am a travel photographer with a portfolio of images available for editorial and/or commercial use. Like writing, good photography is about storytelling. A photograph captures a particular moment in time that may represent a larger story. I have been capturing such moments in locations around the world for many years.

My academic background is in environmental studies, international development, and Latin American studies. On a personal level, I'm half Swedish, half American and equally at home in both countries. Beyond that, I'm a voracious reader, an avid salsa dancer, a folk and world music addict, and a passionate explorer of the great outdoors. [less]

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  From Gil Pauley

  Given on Sat Mar 28, 2009.

  Annika,

  Your photo log is really excellent. I really enjoyed the Easter Island photos - my favorite was the colored fishing boats.
  

  Gil Pauley
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  From Lynn Baldwin-Rhoades

  Given on Mon Feb 16, 2009.

  Annika's Brainstorming and Support Session for Writers is amazing. Her leadership skills, writing experience and natural enthusiasm contribute so much...[more]

  Annika's Brainstorming and Support Session for Writers is amazing. Her leadership skills, writing experience and natural enthusiasm contribute so much to the group as we brainstorm together on our various projects. I can't wait until the next one!    [less]
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  From Mara Applebaum, PhD

  Given on Wed Nov 5, 2008.

  Annika was a fantastic host for the writers' brainstorming and support session. I so appreciated her enthusiasm, thoughtful comments and...[more]

  Annika was a fantastic host for the writers' brainstorming and support session. I so appreciated her enthusiasm, thoughtful comments and attention to time to make sure everyone got the floor. Well done, Annika.   [less]
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  From Ann Wendell

  Given on Fri Oct 31, 2008.

  Annika's Brainstorming Events for writers are great. Diverse crowd, brainstorming galore, high level of energy and support...all pulled together into...[more]

  Annika's Brainstorming Events for writers are great. Diverse crowd, brainstorming galore, high level of energy and support...all pulled together into a coherent whole by our Hostess with the Mostess. Basically the perfect Biznik event!   [less]

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