Stories about people, places, and ideas
A freelance writer living in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom and exploring the world
"A Football Dream Come True"
Data analyst Isabel Pantle has an unforgettable year—and earns a Super Bowl ring.
"Our Health Is at Risk"
With a lifelong commitment to sustainability, Margaret Spring ’82 advocates for a comprehensive approach to curbing plastic pollution.
"The Joy of Globetrotting with Dartmouth"
Betsy and Bob Davidson share stories of exploring the world with Dartmouth Alumni Travel.
About James
I’m a freelance writer living in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, where Lake Memphremagog’s ice grows more than two feet thick and summer sunsets settle into a deep red behind the hills of Quebec. I have more than 40 years of experience writing features, hard news, and promotional material, including a turn as editor of In Touch, the alumni magazine for King’s College London.
I strive to present every story in a way that intrigues readers and stays with them. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and writing about people whose experiences I’ll never forget: the World War II veteran recounting how he survived the Nazis torpedoing his battleship; the 24-year-old quantitative analyst who melded her passion for math and football and helped her Philadelphia Eagles win a Super Bowl; the doctor quietly crossing into Myanmar dozens of times to perform sight-restoring surgery.
If you have a story idea—here in Vermont or anywhere in the world—that you’d like to discuss, let’s connect.

About James:
A genuine desire to learn more about the world in every story I pursue.
I explore people, places, and ideas that inform, connect, and make a difference.
Clear, honest writing that captures the big picture and the important details.






