Judy Sklar Rasminsky is a professional journalist and author who has tackled subjects as diverse as rusting cars and public opinion polls, but her major interests are children, parenting, child care and education, and health and science.

For many years she worked as a staff editor and researcher for book and magazine publishers such as Harper & Row, the Reader’s Digest, and the Hearst Corporation. As a freelancer, she has authored trade books, textbooks, and booklets, and her articles have appeared in the Reader’s Digest, Working Woman, the Los Angeles Times, and numerous Canadian publications. Challenging Behavior in Young Children is her latest book.

Judy specializes in making difficult information lively and interesting to read. She is comfortable collaborating with experts and has worked with government departments and a variety of non-profit organizations, including schools, sports clubs, child care federations, and community development groups. She is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors, the Periodical Writers Association of Canada, the Text and Academic Authors Association, and the National Writers Union.

Children and parenting demystified

Judy makes the confusing world of children and parenting less mysterious through solid research and clear, lively prose. In a field swamped with jargon and concepts that are often unproven or anecdotal, Judy’s work as a researcher, analyst, and writer stands out. In her hands, soft or complex subject matter becomes clear and comprehensible, easy to read, and easy to use.

Judy’s books, booklets, and articles help people who care about children to understand the issues of childhood and adolescence, strengthen their relationships with children, and make more informed choices for their development, care, and education.

Health and science handled with sensitivity and skill

Judy has a strong interest in science and health issues and has written about anorexia, stroke, HIV, DES, Alzheimer’s disease, hospices, and the PET scanner, among other topics. Her byline has appeared in many North American publications as well as college and high school textbooks. “When a Baby Dies,” her Reader’s Digest feature about miscarriage and stillbirth, drew over 1,500 letters.

To contact Judy about writing services, email judy@challengingbehavior.com.