The following is a list of current writers for the Parenting section. Click on any of the names to view a list of recent posts by that writer.

Jen Eyer Jen Eyer is on the Community team at AnnArbor.com. She oversees the Parenting and Pets sections, and writes feature stories, blog posts and opinion pieces. She is also involved in community outreach. A 1997 graduate of Michigan State University's School of Journalism, she spent several years as a newspaper reporter covering local government beats, and six years as a news producer at MLive.com. She has written the Neurotic Mom blog on MLive.com since 2004. Jen lives in Ann Arbor with her husband, two children and golden retriever, and is active in her children's school and Girl Scouts. Have an idea for a story? Email her at jeneyer@annarbor.com or call her at 734-623-2577.

Theresa Bassett Theresa Bassett is a parent of six. Passions are kids, adoption, transracial and alternative families. Reach her at theresabassett1@hotmail.com.

Scott Beal Scott Beal is a poet, educator, freelance writer, and stay-at-home father of two. He grew up in Michigan, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Ohio, and has lived in Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti since 1990. He leads the Short Story Workshop at the Neutral Zone and teaches regular writing workshops at 826michigan. His poems have appeared in journals, anthologies, and his chapbook, Two Shakespearean Madwomen Vs. The Detroit Red Wings. He earned his BA in 1994 and his MFA in 1996 from the University of Michigan. You can reach him at swbeal@gmail.com.

Heather Chapman Heather Heath Chapman is a writer and a mother of two. She received her master's degree in journalism from Indiana University. Some of her favorite things: school-morning coffee with friends, reading Harry Potter to whichever kid will listen, and time alone with her husband. You can reach her at heatherchapman1@me.com.

Pamela Gossiaux Pamela Gossiaux is the author of "Why Is There A Lemon In My Fruit Salad - How To Stay Sweet When Life Turns Sour" and a motivational and inspirational speaker. This award-winning journalist and columnist is working on her second book, which should be out in 2011. Find out more at pamelagossiaux.com. Pamela is also a co-founder of The Jump-Start Team, a group of authors and writers who lead writing workshops. To find a writing workshop near you, go to www.RoadtoPublish.com. Reach her at pam@pamelagossiaux.com.

Char Luttrell Char is a communications specialist for Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, and mother of two grown daughters. She has worked in public relations for the Washtenaw County nonprofit community for virtually all of her career. Reach her at cluttrell@gshom.org.

Tammy Mayrend Tammy Jex Mayrend is a Search Marketing professional, public speaker, writer, local singer/actress, and the "family events" blogger for AnnArbor.com. She enjoys many creative endeavors including crafts, gardening, the outdoors and spending time with her family. E-mail her your suggestions for local events and activities to cover.

Kerry Novick Kerry Kelly Novick is a local child, adolescent and adult psychoanalyst, affiliated with the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute and the Michigan Psychoanalytic Council, and a family consultant at Allen Creek Preschool. You can reach her through AllenCreek.org, or you can email her your comments and questions for future columns.

Heidi Hess Saxton Heidi is the founder of the Extraordinary Moms Network, an online resource for mothers of adoptive, foster, and special needs children. She has published five books, most recently "My Big Book of Catholic Bible Stories" (Thomas Nelson). She is on the board of "Fostering Futures" and is president of South Arbor Booster Club, which raises funds for South Arbor Charter Academy. She and her husband Craig have two children. Reach her at hsaxton@christianword.com.

April Scarlett April Scarlett is a freelance writer who does features, some news reporting, juvenile fiction and non-fiction, and lots of business copy. She is also the former owner of Beanstalks Play Cafe in Saline, where she lives with her husband and two boys. She blogs at these sites: www.fromherdesk.com, www.successfulwomenweekly.com, www.aprilscarlettwrites.blogspot.com, and www.aprilscarlettmotherboard.blogspot.com. Reach her at ajscarlett@comcast.net.

Mona Shand Mona Shand has temporarily changed the channel from a career in television to stay home with her family. Previously, she worked as a reporter at WLNS-TV6 in Lansing and a writer at WJBK-Fox2 in Detroit. Born and raised in Michigan, Mona spent several years living overseas and out of state before returning home to settle in Livingston County with her husband and two young children. When not busy chasing after a toddler and attending to a newborn, she enjoys the occasional three minutes of sleep! Mona will be contributing articles about the ups and downs of life with two kids two and under. Reach her at monaboulos@hotmail.com.

Angela Verges A writer and mother of two, Angela enjoys reading mysteries, Christian fiction and African American Literature, and writing picture book stories. She has worked with youth for more than 20 years in various venues (recreation, teaching, church, volunteering). Reach her at awritersdream41@yahoo.com.

Annie Zirkel Annie Zirkel, LPC is a Relationship Consultant who works with, and answers Ask Annie questions for, individuals and groups on topics including: parenting, disability and bullying issues, couples connections, workplace dynamics, optimism, and conflict resolution. You can find Annie offering relationship and communication classes through U of M, Ann Arbor Rec & Ed, Child Health Associates of Ann Arbor and around town. For more info check out www.practicehow.com or e-mail her.