Megan’s Bio

Megan has been a writer ever since she can remember. As a child, writing provided an avenue of self expression.     

From 1994 to 1998, Megan attended Randolph-Macon Woman’s College in Lynchburg, Virginia, where she majored in English with an emphasis Creative Writing and minored in Sociology. Randolph-Macon Woman’s College offered academic excellence in their Creative Writing program, honing Megan’s skills of poetry, non-fiction and fiction. As a junior, she studied abroad in Australia completing independent study thesis in Aboriginal oral history, specifically to Alice Springs.

After graduating, Megan worked at Phifer Wire Products, Inc. in Tuscaloosa, Alabama organizing trade shows in advertising. Outside of her full time job, she became involved with an informal creative writing group and began training in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu. In 2001, when her mother died suddenly to complications from Multiple Sclerosis, writing and training in martial arts provided an avenue for healing and regaining focus.

Megan moved to Raleigh, North Carolina in 2005, which provided the opportunity to shift into professional communications, freelance writing and editing. Together, Megan and her husband, Barton have collaborated on professional communication projects and teaching workshops in and around North Carolina. In addition, Megan holds a first degree black belt in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, training in Durham, NC under Shihan Karl Koch’s instruction. Together, Megan and Barton have given demos and self defense seminars across the state.

Education

Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, Lynchburg, VA Bachelor of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Creative Writing, Minor in Sociology, May 1998

Semester Abroad, University of Melbourne, Australia via School for International Training, Brattleboro, VT, 1997

Professional Associations

Triangle Area Freelancers- November 2005 to present

North Carolina Writers’ Network- October 2005 to present

Garden Writers Association- August 2007 to present

Carolinas ’ Nature Photographers Association- August 2007 to present

Chix in Business- October 2006 to present

Workshops

Haiku as a Spiritual Writing Practice- A Place for Women to Gather, Raleigh, August 2008.

Journaling as Survivorship- Save Our Sisters Breast Cancer Survivor Conference, Raleigh, June 2008.

Writing Through Transitions- Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing, Wake Forest, March-May 2008.

Book Alteration and Creative Journaling, Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing, Wake Forest, May-June 2008.

Writing Through Loss and Grief- Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing, Wake Forest, October 2008.

Publications & Exhibits

"Indoor Construction Toxins Could be Affecting Your Children," Natural Awakenings,  August 2008.

"No More Counting Sheep: Sleep Apnea," by Megan Cutter and Dr. Keith A. Yount, Natural Awakenings, June 2008.

"A Treasure Trove of Fashion for Less," Natural Awakenings, May 2008. 

"Teens Make a Run at Aid for Uganda," The News and Observer (The North Raleigh News), April 25, 2008.

"Go on a Treasure Hunt at Zoey's Attic," Natural Awakenings, April 2008. 

"The Rosie's Plate Story: From the Frustration of Food Allergies to Delicious Meals," Natural Awakenings, April, 2008. 

Non-fiction and Photography Contributions, A Taste of Taffy: Samplings from the Triangle Area Freelancers, March 2008, Lulu.com.

"The Ark: A Sustainable Home-A Work of Art," Natural Awakenings, March 2008. 

"The Lost Art of Letter Writing: WIT (Wordsmith in Training)" by Megan Cutter and Barton Cutter, Natural Awakenings, March 2008.

"The Correlation between Stress and Pain," Megan Cutter and Dr. Keith Yount, Natural Awakenings, March 2008.

"Neutralizing Back Pain: Finding the Balance Point," Natural Awakenings, February 2008.

"Christmas Trees Light Holiday for Soldiers," The News and Observer (North Raleigh News), December 2007.

“Website Links Triangle Dads,” The News and Observer (The North Raleigh News), June 2007.

“The Dog Days of Winter,” The News and Observer (The North Raleigh News), November 2006.

Co-author of “Illuminating Foster Auditorium,” The Bracelet, Fall 2004.

“Discovering the Roots of my Homeland," The Alabama Celt, May 2003.

“Capercaillie Live,” The Alabama Celt, November 2003.

“Anna’s Art,” Jubilation Art Magazine, February 2001.

“Joining the Men (and Women) in Black,” The Tuscaloosa News, August 2000.

Hail Muse Etc. Literary Magazine, Poetry editor, Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, 1996, 1998.

Photography Exhibitions

The Storyteller's Book Store, Wake Forest, NC, July 2008-present.

Leaving Traces, Joint Exhibit with Anna von deBardeleben, The Bama Theatre, Tuscaloosa, AL, May-June, 2001.