Hello and thank you for visiting my website. My name is Joan Schonbeck and I am an author and freelance writer based in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Over the past thrirty years I have published articles on numerous subjects including but not limited to: history, health, home-making, Native-American issues, nursing and general interest topics. These have appeared in various newspapers, magazines and websites. I have also recently completed a historical novel entitled "First Encounter." The book deals with 17th century New England and the King Phillip's War.

In addition to writing, I have pursued a career in nursing that has spanned over four decades. I am also the mother of two children, a strong supporter of human rights and the environment, a proud American and member of moveon.com, a dog-lover, a fan of the Boston Red Sox, a indefatigable baker of pies and other sweets and a lover of the great outdoors - especially if it's in Maine!

I hope you enjoy my site.

Joan Schonbeck
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