Meet the Vows Staff
VOWS Magazine writers are talented and respected in the fields of journalism and creative writing, and have contributed for a number of years, and include:
Shannon, Editor in Chief
Shannon oversees the editorial content and direction of VOWS and its platforms. Shannon@vowsmagazine.com
Peter Grimes, Publisher
peter@vowsmagazine.com twitter.com/vowsinsider
Amanda Baltazar, Contributing Writer
Based on an island in the Pacific Northwest, Amanda Baltazar writes about bridal retail, restaurants and bars.
amanda@vowsmagazine.com Web: www.chaterink.com
Libby Basile, Contributing Writer
Libby Basile began writing for VOWS in early 2012, but her first editorial gig was for Modern Bride back in 2005.
Allison Deerr, Contributing Writer
Allison Deerr has contributed to VOWS since its first issue, October 1989, and continues to cover the day to day operations of bridal salons.
Denise Keller, Contributing Writer
Denise Keller has been writing for VOWS since the spring of 2005.
Maura Keller, Contributing Writer
Minneapolis-based writer and editor Maura Keller has written for VOWS for nearly 10 years.
Katie Roberts, Contributing Writer
Katie Roberts is past Managing Editor for VOWS, and has been writing, editing and contributing for 15-plus years.
katie@vowsmagazine.com Twitter: @HoodRiverWriter
Daniel P. Smith, Contributing Writer
An award-winning business journalist, Daniel P. Smith has been writing for VOWS since 2009.
Karon Warren, Contributing Writer
A well-published freelance writer, Karon Warren has covered everything from interviewing American Idol finalists and NASCAR drivers to profiling hot travel destinations and the latest wedding and retail trends, plus everything in between.
karon@vowsmagazine.com Twitter: @KaronWarren
