Adiba Nelson on Muck Rack

Adiba Nelson

(She/Her)
Tucson
As seen in: MSN, HuffPost, The Washington Post, YourTango, The Kitchn, Familia By Parents, Kindred by Parents, Parents, MYSA, The Good Men Project and
Covers:  parenting, social justice, disability rights, womanhood
Doesn't Cover: politics, sports (though I'd really love to), travel, business, money
Debut memoir AIN'T THAT A MOTHER out NOW! | muckrack.com/adibanelson | Bylines w/@parents, @huffpost, @washingtonpost, etc | Repped by @helmliterary
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Interview

Why did you become a journalist?

I've always been curious about people's stories, and how the world-at-large influences them/has an effect on their stories.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

My recent piece for Parents magazine about the effects of the Supreme Courts decision to overturn Roe v Wade on the disabled community.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Be respectful but don't be afraid to ask the tough questions.

What's the best pitch you ever got?

I was asked to interview my childhood hero, Sonia Manzano, about her newest show on PBS Kids.

What's your favorite drink?

mint tea

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

cooking in my kitchen

Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?

Essence and Washington Post
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