Over the Back Fence Magazine Contributors

Many freelance writers and photographers bring their talents to the magazine. Here are just a few that have contributed to our pages. We will continue to add contributor bios and information as it becomes available, so check back to learn more about our Back Fence family.

	Brenda Bradds Brenda writes from her country farmhouse on the banks of the Whiteoak Creek in Highland County, Ohio. She is retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation and recently returned to work part time with the Ohio Valley RC&D.
	Randall Branham Randall became interested in photography during a hunting trip out west in the 70's, and it became a full-fledged passion. Kay (Randall's wife) enjoys oil painting and photography. Visit www.branhamphoto.com or email branhamphoto@horizonview.net for more information.
	Chris Eirschele Writing garden stories remain Chris' passion and payment for life. Zone 5, of south central Ohio, is where Chris and her husband share a home with their dog, cat and plants. Find more garden musings at: www.suite101.com/profile.cfm/staygardens
	Jerry and Barbara Jividen Jerry and Barbara Jividen own and operate Jividen's "Naturally Wild" Photo Adventures and Images Unique, LLC, teach Adult Education photography courses and manage a busy photography studio in Circleville. They also write for a number of publications and Barbara edits for some. Jerry and Barbara are members of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) and the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA). They can be contacted at (740) 774-6243.
	Becky Linhardt Becky is a member of Midwest Travel Writers Association and has been writing regional travel stories for more than nine years. A native Cincinnatian, she is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati.
	Mary Reed Mary hatches plans for her outdoor adventures from her home in Athens. She is the editor of www.getoutzine.com. To learn more visit her website at: www.getoutzine.com
	Joyce Rudowski Joyce, an avid traveler and travel writer, enjoys historic and cultural destinations. She lives in Cincinnati with her husband when they are not on the road.
	Ashley Stamper Ashley Stamper is a freelance writer who has a background in journalism and aspires to become an English professor. She can be contacted at aastamper@cinci.rr.com or 937-383-2182.
	Amber Stephens Amber is a freelance writer and editor from Amanda, Ohio. She works from home to spend time with her two children, Samuel and Amelia. Along with her husband, Bill, the Amber enjoys raising chickens, working in the garden, and enjoying the great Ohio outdoors.