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Sheri Ann Richerson

📍 Marion, Indiana
📧 E-mail: [email protected]

Blogs & Websites

🌱 Experimental Homesteader – Homesteading, prepping, and sustainable living.
📖 Sheri Ann Richerson – Writing, speaking, and business consulting.
🌿 Exotic Gardening – Rare plants, gardening tips, and tropical gardening.
🎃 Halloween Collector’s Society – Halloween history, collectibles, and spooky DIYs.
💻 Biannual Blogathon Bash – Blogging tips, motivation, and growth strategies.

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Welcome to my Freelance Client List and Projects page! Below, you'll find a comprehensive overview of my education, published books, writing experience, media features, and professional memberships. Whether you're looking for details on my work history, articles, or speaking engagements, the quick links below will help you navigate easily.

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🎓 Education

  • Ball State University, Muncie, IN – 1986
  • Huntington College, Huntington, IN – 1987

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A smiling Sheri Ann Richerson holds several of her published books, including "The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Year-Round Gardening" and "101 Organic Gardening Tips," against a solid blue background.

📚 Books by Sheri Ann Richerson

Sheri Ann Richerson is a prolific author with works spanning gardening, homesteading, sustainability, cooking, folklore, and the mystical arts. Below is a comprehensive list of her published books, anthologies, and contributions.

📖 Major Books

  • The Complete Idiot's Guide to Seed Saving and Starting (Alpha/Penguin, 2012)
  • The Complete Idiot's Guide to Year-Round Gardening (Alpha/Penguin, 2010)
  • 101 Self-Sufficiency Gardening Tips (LifeTips.com, 2009)
  • 101 Organic Garden Tips (LifeTips.com, 2009)
  • 101 English Garden Tips (LifeTips.com, 2009)
  • 101 Secret Gardening Tips (LifeTips.com, 2009)
  • 101 Beginning Gardening Tips (LifeTips.com, 2009)

📚 Fiction & Special Interest Books

  • Blessings From The Darkness (Black Bed Sheet Books, 2014)
  • Satan's Holiday (Lulu.com, 2013)
  • Welcome To Your Nightmare (Lulu.com, 2013)
  • Perspective Visions: Enigmatic Masterpieces – A poetry collection started at age 10 (Publish America, 2008)

🌱 Gardening & Homesteading Kindle Editions

(Amazon Kindle, 2008-2011)

  • Flower Gardening
  • Herbal Hydroponics
  • Growing and Harvesting Edible Plants
  • Houseplants, Cacti, and Tropical Plants
  • Natural Health and Wellness: A Collection of Articles
  • The Allure Of Chocolate
  • Fairy Dance
  • Darkness
  • Dark Abyss
  • Wedding Superstitions
  • The Monkey Man Of India
  • Scented Gardens: A Collection Of Articles by Sheri Ann Richerson
  • Wishing Herbs
  • An Herbal Meal For The One You Love
  • Ghosts Of Key West
  • Fire Magic
  • Legend Of Fire
  • Urban Legends
  • Jervacia's Last Stand
  • Medicinal Astrology
  • Healing Properties Of Water
  • Herbs For Rock Gardens & Ground Covers
  • Growing Plants In What You Have
  • From Seed To Harvest
  • Magical Gardens

 

📜 Contributed Works (Anthologies & Multi-Author Books)

  • Llewellyn’s Herbal Almanac (2003-2006) – Contributed chapters on chocolate, fire in the garden, wedding superstitions, and herbal hydroponics.
  • Llewellyn’s Magical Almanac (2003-2006) – Wrote about fire magic, healing waters, ghosts of Key West, and urban legends.
  • Witches' Spell-A-Day Almanac (2003) – Contributed 25 herbal spells.
  • Moon Sign Book (2002) – Contributed a chapter on medicinal astrology.
  • All Things Chocolate (2005) – A multi-contributor cookbook.
  • Our Food Heritage, Past, Present, Future (2007) – Featured recipes.

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✍️ Writing-Related Employment History

📰 Journalism & Editorial Roles

Indiana Newspaper Group (February 1986 – April 2006)

📍 Gas City, Indiana | Editor of The Courier, Stringer, Graphic Designer

  • Wrote current event and feature articles.
  • Covered town and school board meetings.
  • Designed The Courier newspaper using Quark, then manually laid out on paper.

Hartford-City News-Times (October 2002 – April 2004)

📍 Hartford City, Indiana | Stringer, Graphic Designer

  • Wrote current event and feature articles.
  • Covered town meetings and documented blue cards.
  • Designed the business, health, and gardening sections of the paper using Quark.

🌱 Gardening & Lifestyle Writing

Garden Solutions Magazine (January 2007 – February 2008)

📍 Midwest Regional | Midwest Regional Writer

  • Provided plant recommendations based on regional climate.
  • Wrote feature gardening articles.

Suite 101 (February 1999 – September 2013)

📍 Canada | Contributing Editor & Writer

  • Wrote feature articles on gardening, motorcycles, fashion, and health.

LifeTips, Inc. (May 1999 – September 2013)

📍 Boston, MA | Garden Guru

  • Wrote gardening tips and books for publication.
  • Authored multiple books, including:
    • 101 English Gardening Tips
    • 101 Self-Sufficiency Gardening Tips
    • 101 Secret Gardening Tips
    • 101 Organic Gardening Tips
    • 101 Beginning Gardening Tips

Demand Media Studios (December 2009 – September 2013)

📍 California | Writer, Expert, Blogger

  • Wrote gardening and home improvement articles for:
    • eHow
    • eHow UK
    • Garden Guides

Learn2Grow (September 2006 – Present)

📍 Florida | Writer

  • Writes feature gardening articles for the platform.

💻 Digital Publishing & Online Editorial Roles

Bella Online (March 1999 – October 2003)

📍 Remote | Editor

  • Managed multiple editorial roles, including:
    • Spas Editor
    • Bulbs Editor
    • Landscaping Editor
    • Water Gardens Editor

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📝 Articles by Sheri Ann Richerson

(This is not a complete list!)

Sheri Ann Richerson has published hundreds of articles on topics including homesteading, gardening, sustainability, DIY projects, lifestyle, food, crafts, and more. Below is a selection of her published works in leading magazines, newspapers, and online platforms.

🏡 Homesteading & Sustainable Living

Homesteaders of America Magazine

  • "How To Best Grow A Late Fall & Winter Garden" – Fall/Winter 2024
  • "Homesteading Anywhere" – Spring/Summer 2024
  • "Preparing The Garden For Spring In The Fall" – Fall/Winter 2023
  • "Winter Seed Sowing Saves Time Come Spring" – Spring/Summer 2023

 

🎭 Lifestyle & DIY Features

Parade Magazine

  • "Homemade Chocolates & Embroidered Wrappers" – February 2015
  • "1 Day 'Til Christmas: Holiday Table Setting Ideas" – December 2014
  • "A Luxurious Fall Buffet On A Budget" – September 2014
  • "Elegant, Easy, DIY Mardi Gras Centerpiece" – March 2014
  • "Perfect Valentine's Day Gift Basket" – February 2014
  • "Valentine's Day Bath Salts" – February 2014
  • "Valentine's Day Homemade Soap: Tips & Tricks" – February 2014
  • "DIY Valentine's Day Etched Glass Vase" – February 2014
  • "Step By Step Tutorial: DIY Pillar Candle" – January 2014

Cheap Eats & Thrifty Crafts

  • "Easy Easter Crafts For Budget-Friendly Table Setting Ideas" – March 2015

🌱 Gardening & Horticulture

SF Gate

  • "Varieties Of Vine Vegetables" – January 2014
  • "Leaf Disease In Orchids" – January 2014
  • "How To Plant Peas In A Damp Towel Overnight In The Fridge" – January 2014
  • "Deadly Tropical Plants" – March 2013
  • "Exotic Plants For Temperate Climates" – March 2013
  • "When To Plant Vegetables Outdoors" – November 2012
  • "When To Plant Bulbs In A Greenhouse" – October 2012
  • "Growing Berries In Containers" – October 2012
  • "What To Plant At The Base Of Clematis" – August 2012
  • "Ivy Geranium Hanging Plants" – August 2012

Garden Solutions Magazine

  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Tomatoes" – February 2008
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Soil Amending" – January 2008
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Winter Interest" – November/December 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Foundation Planting" – October 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Fall Color" – September 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Long Blooming Season" – August 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Drought Tolerant" – June/July 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Fragrant" – May 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Shade" – April 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Full Sun" – March 2007
  • "Plant-A-Row for the Hungry" – March 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Dramatic Statements" – February 2007
  • "Midwest Regional Recommendations: Edging Plants" – January 2007

📰 News & Journalism

The News-Times

  • "Blackford County full of 165 Years of History" – March 30, 2004
  • "Garden Was In Bloom Every Month Throughout the Winter" – March 25, 2004
  • "Hoosier Heartland American Red Cross 2004 Fund Drive" – March 22, 2004
  • "Finding and Fitting That Tux" – April 20, 2004
  • "Recycling Center, The Transfer Station" – March 30, 2004
  • "Bulbs Especially for Shade Gardens" – March 11, 2004
  • "Moving Tropical Plants in the Winter" – March 4, 2004

Issues Magazine

  • "Crisis In America" – September 2001

European Press Network

  • "September 11 Coverage" – Multiple Publications (Print & Radio)

The Campus

  • Article on the Crack Epidemic – Spring 1987
    (Exact title unavailable, but this article covered the rise of crack cocaine use, its societal impact, and the dangers associated with the epidemic in the 1980s.)

Smoke Signal

  • "A.I.D.S. Review" – January 1986
  • "Students Tour France" – September 1985
  • "Mopeds: Are They Really Safe?" – November 1985
  • "Hidden Word Tracking on Albums" – February 1986
  • "Students Start Making New Music" – February 1986
  • "Studies Show Smokeless Tobacco Is Harmful" – February 1986
  • "Time Capsule" – April 1986

🖥 Technology & Software Reviews

Epinions

  • "Microsoft Office XP Review" – (October 2001)

Other articles:

  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The 5 Best Ways To Lose Weight And Flatten Your Stomach," Top5.com, April 2013
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Spring Wildflower Bulbs," InfoGardenGuides, March 2013
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Care And Maintenance Of Purple Coneflower," GeeksonGardens, September 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Growing Stages Of Brussels Sprouts," GeeksonGardens, September 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Can You Put In Your Front Yard Instead of Grass?," GeeksonGardens, August 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flowering Trees That Grow In Sandy Soil," GeeksonGardens, August 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Companion Plants For Ninebark," GeeksonGardens, June 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Plants That Smell Like Chocolate," GeeksonGardens, June 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Companion Plants For Little Gem Magnolias," GeeksonGardens, June 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Plants To Attract Deer," GeeksonGardens, June 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Flowers Can Handle A Lot Of Water?," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Fast Growing Vines For Fences," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The Best Plants For Under Pine Trees," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Vines That Produce Berries," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Tips On Growing Hens & Chicks Poppies," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Shrubs With Variegated Yellow & Green Leaves," GeeksonGardens, May 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What To Plant With Lantanas In Containers," GeeksonGardens, April 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The Best Potted Perennials," GeeksonGardens, April 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Vegetables Compliment Each Other In The Garden?," GeeksonGardens, April 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The Best Perennials For Slopes," GeeksonGardens, April 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Which Vegetables Grow Best Together In A Garden?," GeeksonGardens, March 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flowers For Flower Pots," GeeksonGardens, March 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flowers For A Shady Window Box," GeeksonGardens, March 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Which Vegetables Are Best To Plant In Fall?," GeeksonGardens, February 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "List OF Ferns," GeeksonGardens, January 2011
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Cold Hardy Avocado Tree Varieties," InfoGardenGuides, November 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Vegetable Companion Planting List," GeeksonGardens, November 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Long-Lasting Perennial Flowers," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Flowers Need Deadheading?," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flowering Plants That Grow In Containers In Full Sun," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flowers To Plant In Spring That Will Bloom All Summer," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Are Some Cold Weather Flowers?," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Butterfly Bush Companion Plants," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Fall & Winter Plants For Outdoors," GeeksonGardens, October 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The Best Time To Start A Vegetable Garden," GeeksonGardens, September 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Ranunculus Planting Guide," GeeksonGardens, September 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Blueberry Planting Guide," GeeksonGardens, September 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Groundcover Plants That Flower All Season," GeeksonGardens, September 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Vegetable Guide For Planting Year Round In Kentucky," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Pennsylvania Vegetable Planting Guide," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Flower Bulbs That Squirrels Don't Eat," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Good Flowers To Plant For Fall," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "The Best Heirloom Tomato Plants To Grow In Containers," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Tips For Planting Tulip Bulbs," GeeksonGardens, August 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "What Flowers To Plant In March," Black Max Media, January 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, "Greenhouse Gardening In Succession," Ask.com, January 2010
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Growing Plants From Seeds,” Tropical Treasures Magazine, January 2009
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Housekeeping with Herbs,” The Herbarist, 2006
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Landscaping,” Pool & Spa Living, November 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Golden Edible Podded Peas,” HortResources, July/August 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Plant-A-Row for the Hungry,” HortResources, May/June 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Creating Tropical Retreats,” Pondkeeper, March/April 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Figuring Out How to Get Basic Services,” The News-Times, March 30, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “A Bloomin’ Review on New Spring Plants and Flowers,” The News-Times, March 30, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Adult Educational Opportunities Abound,” The News-Times, March 30, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “The Importance of Visible Signs,” The News-Times, March 30, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Growing Tropical Bulbs in Containers,” The News-Times, March 18, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Somewhere in Time vintage fashions,” The News-Times, March 16, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Blackford Community Hospital Progress ‘going quite well’,” The News-Times, March 15, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Learn to Grow Your Passion for Herbal Tea,” Miss Kitty’s Journal, February 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “National Garden Bureau Market Trends,” Suite 101 , February 1, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “American Garden Musuem,” Suite 101 , January 1, 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Bringing the Tropics Indoors,” HortResources, January/February 2004
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Frankincense,” Suite 101 , December 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Brighten Up the Dull Days of Winter with Blooms,” Suite 101 , November 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Celebrate Halloween with Plants,” Suite 101 , October 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Rafflesia arnoldii,” Suite 101 , September 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Noon luncheons to restart in September; Chamber to purchase Christmas banners,” The News-Times, August 11, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Growing Bananas Part 2,” Suite 101 , August 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Louann Shannon making a difference working for the YMCA,” The News-Times, July 21, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “State Health Department Raises Fees; New local service available through the web,” The News-Times, July 4, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Growing Bananas Part 1,” Suite 101 , July 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Learning to Ride Later in Life,” Biker Alley, July/August 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Fred Walker enjoys freedom, responsibilities of farming,” The News-Times, June 28, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Work done on Montpelier Street causes inconvenience,” The News-Times, June 28, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Dr. Richard Ingram receives special award,” The News-Times, June 22, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Tasha Lake crowned as new Heritage Days queen,” The News-Times, June 22, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “City extremely busy with new building, inspection permits,” The News-Times, June 17, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Floating Gardens: Water Gardening of the Future,” Lawn & Garden Retailer, April 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Gingers,” Suite 101 , April 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Persian Shield Plant,” Suite 101 , March 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Easy Hydroponic Propagation,” Growing Edge, March/April 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “In The Garden: Using Aromatherapy Medicinally,” Beyond Infinity, Spring/Summer 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Commissioners discuss ambulance proposal,” The News-Times, February 19, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “What would Valentine’s Day be without roses and chocolate?” February 7, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Heliconia,” Suite 101 , February 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Plumeria,” Suite 101 , January 1, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Exotic Dancers: Tropical Plants You Can Grow at Home,” ChicagoLand Gardening, January/February 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Make Mine Chocolate,” Home Cooking Magazine, January/February 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “The Empress of Brazil,” The Bulb Garden, Winter 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Exotic Gardening Column,” The Oak Hill Times, November 20, 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “The Divine Food (chocolate),” Florida Gardening, October/November 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “The Best Time to Plant Bulbs,” The Bulb Garden, Fall 2003
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Allamandas,” Suite 101 , December 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Poisonous Plants,” Ferrets, November/December 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Biker Wedding,” Biker Alley, November/December 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Preparing the Greenhouse for Winter,” Growing Edge, November/December 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson and Julius Boos, “Aroids: A World Food,” Suite 101 , November 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Oleanders,” Suite 101 , October 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “History of a Legend: Harley-Davidson,” Biker Alley, September/October 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Cinnamon,” Suite 101 , September 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Poisonous Plants,” Bird Talk, August 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Passiflora,” Suite 101 , August 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Dog Friendly Gardens,” DogGone Newsletter, July/August 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “One Gardener’s Introduction to Hydroponics,” Growing Edge, July/August 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Caring for your Bird of Paradise,” Suite 101 , July 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Chicago: A City of Gardens,” Suite 101 , June 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Take Your Dog To Work Day,” DogGone Newsletter, May/June 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Indiana Dog Friendly Hotels and Bark Parks,” DogGone Newsletter, May/June 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Growing Tropical Fruit in Containers,” Suite 101, May 1, 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Florida Plants of the Year,” Ft. Myers Magazine, March/April 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Chicago Bakeries are for the Dogs,” DogGone Newsletter, March/April 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “New, Unusual, Rare and Variegated Shrubs and Trees,” Plants Magazine, February 2002
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Bird of Paradise,” Imprint Magazine, Summer 2001
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “ST. Thomas: Paradise For You and Your Dog,” DogGone Newsletter, November/December 2001
  • Sheri Ann Richerson, “Holiday Pet Comfort,” DogGone Newsletter, November/December 2001

 

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A professional headshot of Sheri Ann Richerson, an author, freelance writer, and speaker, with a gradient black-to-white background and gold and white text highlighting her name and credentials.

📰 Articles About Sheri Ann Richerson and Exotic Gardening

(This is a partial list)

Major Publications

  • The New York Times – "From Dining Out To Cold Turkey," Marian Burros, December 10, 2008.
  • Journal & Courier (Lafayette-West Lafayette, Indiana) – "Making Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate," Jennifer Christos, February 13, 2008.
  • Rockford Register Star (Rock River Valley) – "Writers Unearth Garden Treasures," Geri Nikolai, June 22, 2006.
  • The Indianapolis Star (Indianapolis, Indiana) – "New Impatiens Survived Year’s Test," Jo Ellen Myers Sharp, September 11, 2004.

Regional & Industry Publications

  • Chronicle-Tribune (Marion, Indiana) – "Web Trades Save Time and Money," AJ Colley, December 1, 2008.
  • Chronicle-Tribune (Marion, Indiana) – "Local Gardener Nurtures Effort To Give Bounty To Less Fortunate,"Kristin Harty, May 27, 2004.
  • Chronicle-Tribune (Marion, Indiana) – "Greenhouse Found in Unlikely Place Producing Big Results,"November 28, 2003.
  • Carolee’s Herb Farm Newsletter (Hartford City, Indiana) – "Lavender Daze…July 19 and 20," Summer 2003.

Local Newspapers & Features

  • The Twin Cities Journal-Reporter (Gas City, Indiana) – "Columnist Helps RJB Sixth Graders with Chocolate Studies," January 12, 2003.
  • The News-Times (Hartford City, Indiana) – "A ‘New’ Style for the News-Times," January 27, 2003.
  • The Twin Cities Journal-Reporter (Gas City, Indiana) – "Richerson to Sign Books This Weekend," October 2, 2002.
  • The Twin Cities Journal-Reporter (Gas City, Indiana) – "Richerson Heads South for Stories," June 19, 2002.

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🎙 Radio Experience

Moonlight Madness – WPDJ 1300 AM (Huntington, Indiana)

📅 1990 – 1998
🎧 Role: DJ & Sales Representative
📻 Show: Moonlight Madness – A call-in, all-request radio show featuring a wide variety of music.
💼 Sales Role: Managed advertising sales and client accounts for the station.

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🌐 Internet Presence

(This is a partial list)

(This is a partial list)

Sheri Ann Richerson has a strong digital presence across various platforms. A Google search for Sheri Ann Richersonyields hundreds of URLs connected to her work in homesteading, gardening, self-sufficiency, and DIY projects. Below are some of her key platforms and contributions:

📌 Personal & Business Websites

🛍 Online Shops

🖋 Writing & Gardening Platforms

  • Suite101.com Tropicals and Exotics
  • Suite101 Contributing Editor
  • Bella Online Bulb Gardening
  • Bella Online Landscaping
  • Bella Online Spas
  • Bella Online Water Gardens
  • American Garden Museum
  • Tasty Chocolate Recipes
  • Backyard Gardener
  • Terra Viva Organics
  • Desert Tropicals
  • The Long Trip Home

📚 Published Work & Reviews

  • Amazon.com
  • Press-World.com
  • Epinions
  • Norell Software
  • Writers Manual
  • 4HomeSchool.Info
  • Beyond Infinity
  • AllergyFree-Gardening.com

🌱 Gardening & Writing Networks

  • GardenWriters.org
  • Garden Club of Marion
  • LifeTips
  • BootsnAll
  • Keen.com
  • Growing Edge
  • HendricksGardeners.com

📡 Media & Marketing Platforms

  • Wirenot.net
  • Sales Success Magazine
  • Media Kitty
  • EnchantedSpirit.org
  • Florida Gardening
  • IowaHistory.org
  • GardenOfGood.com
  • PRWeb.com

🎥 Video & Social Media

  • YouTube
  • MySpace
  • MonkeySee
  • Squidoo
  • Learn2Grow
  • Facebook
  • Lulu.com
  • RedBubble
  • Parade.com

🌐 Pioneering Online Presence (1996-1997)

  • One of the first 30 bloggers – Before the term "blogging" was widely used, I shared content online through early websites.
  • Early website creator – Built and maintained personal and business sites on AngelFire and Free Yellow, coding in self-taught HTML.
  • Early e-commerce seller – Sold products online, including on eBay when it first launched in 1995, pioneering online sales before mainstream e-commerce.
  • Survived the Dot-Com Crash (2000-2002) – Maintained an online presence, adapted to internet shifts, and continued growing my brand while many businesses collapsed.

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Sheri Ann Richerson smiles while holding multiple copies of her book "101 Organic Gardening Tips." She is wearing a light blue sweater, with a white background and a soft pink gradient at the bottom.

🌿 Professional Memberships & Affiliations

🌱 Gardening & Horticulture Organizations

  • Plant-A-Row for the Hungry – Region III Representative
  • Garden Writers of America Association
  • American Horticultural Society
  • Pacific Bulb Society
  • International Bulb Society
  • North American Rock Garden Society
  • Tropical Flowering Tree Society
  • Azalea Society of America
  • Sino-Himalayan Plant Society

🌼 Local & Leadership Roles

  • Grant County Evening Garden Club – Vice-President (2005-2007)
  • Garden Club of Marion – President (2006-2007)
  • Creative Hands Garden Club
  • Advanced Master Gardener

📰 Journalism & Media

  • Investigative Reporters and Editors

🎭 Other Affiliations

  • International Thespian Society

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🎤 Lectures Given

(This is a partial list)

Sheri Ann Richerson has presented numerous lectures, workshops, and presentations on topics including gardening, homesteading, food preservation, sustainability, and plant science. Below is a chronological list of speaking engagements given at libraries, conferences, garden clubs, and online summits.

📅 2024

  • Marion Public Library, Morning Garden Club, Marion, Indiana – "Composting for Year-Round Gardening Success: Turning Waste Into Abundance," March 2024.
  • Igleheart Gardens Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary, Evansville, Indiana – "Growing Tropical Plants in Pots,"July 2024.

📅 2023

  • Marion Public Library, Morning Garden Club, Marion, Indiana – "Starting Seeds," March 2023.
  • HobbySchool Harvest To Table Summit (Online) – "Quick Tips for Year-Round Gardening Mini Course,"February 2023.
  • Facebook (Online) – "Gardening Basics: Before The Harvest eCourse," January 2023.

📅 2022

  • Facebook (Online) – "Free 3-Day Winter Gardening Facebook Event," October 2022.

📅 2019 - 2018

  • Camp Independence, Winamac, Indiana – "How To Garden Year-Round in a Cold Climate," June 2019.
  • Homesteading Summit (Online) – "Edible and Useful Plants You Can Grow," October 2018.
  • Gardening Summit & Bootcamp (Online) – "Getting Started With Organic Gardening," April 2018.
  • Gardening Summit & Bootcamp (Online) – "Growing Tropical Plants Indoors," April 2018.

📅 2017

  • Back To Basics Christmas Bootcamp (Online) – "How To Make Holiday Cookies," December 2017.
  • Back To Basics Christmas Bootcamp (Online) – "How To Make An Herb Garden Gift," December 2017.
  • Back To Basics Living Summit (Online) – "Introduction to Preserving Herbs for Winter Use," September 2017.

📅 2013 - 2012

  • Marion Public Library, Morning Garden Club, Marion, Indiana – "Biblical Herbs," April 2013.
  • Marion Public Library, Master Gardeners, Marion, Indiana – "New York Botanical Garden Visit," September 2012.

📅 2009 - 2008

  • Gas City Public Library, Gas City, Indiana – "Four Seasons of Bloom in Indiana," June 2009.
  • Greentown Garden Party, Greentown, Indiana – "Four Seasons of Bloom in Indiana," May 2009.
  • North Park Mall, Waldenbooks, Marion, Indiana – "Global Warming and Earth Day," April 2008.
  • Marion Public Library, Morning Garden Club, Marion, Indiana – "Hardy Tropicals," September 2008.

📅 2007 - 2006

  • Garden Club, Richmond, Indiana – "Global Warming," April 30, 2007.
  • North Park Mall, Marion, Indiana – "Earth Day," April 21, 2007.
  • Garden Club of Marion, Marion, Indiana – "Hardy Tropicals," September 8, 2006.

📅 2005 - 2004

  • North Park Mall Women’s Expo, Marion, Indiana – "Chocolate," Fall 2005.
  • Kokomo Master Gardeners, Kokomo, Indiana – "Garden Photography," March 14, 2005.
  • North Park Mall, Marion, Indiana – "Horticulture Gardening Institute," Spring 2005.
  • Marion Indiana Public Library, Marion, Indiana – "Growing Sunflowers," July 21, 2004.
  • Marion Indiana Public Library, Marion, Indiana – "Night Blooming Plants," July 19, 2004.
  • Marion Indiana Public Library, Marion, Indiana – "Planting Herbs in the Ground," July 7, 2004.
  • Grant County 4H Fair, Marion, Indiana – "Plant-A-Row for the Hungry," June 21 – June 26, 2004.
  • Ladies Club, St. Paul Church, Marion, Indiana – "Introduction to Flower Gardening and Plant-A-Row for the Hungry," May 28, 2004.
  • Down To Earth Garden Club, Greencastle, Indiana – "Chocolate," May 19, 2004.
  • Summer Solstice Fair at Hobbit Gardens, Fillmore, Indiana – "Chocolate and Plant-A-Row for the Hungry,"May 10, 2004.
  • Morning Garden Club, Marion Indiana Public Library – "Night Blooming Plants," May 7, 2004.
  • Central East District Meeting of the Garden Clubs of Indiana, Marion, Indiana – "Night Blooming Plants,"May 1, 2004.
  • Morning Garden Club Plant Sale, Marion, Indiana – "Showcasing New Plant Introductions," May 1, 2004.
  • Senior Center, Marion, Indiana – "How to Start a Container Vegetable Garden and Plant-A-Row for the Hungry,"April 14, 2004.
  • Senior Center, Marion, Indiana – "Starting Seeds for the Container Garden," March 12, 2004.
  • YWCA, Marion, Indiana – "Introduction to Vegetable Gardening and Plant-A-Row for the Hungry," March 6, 13, and 20, 2004.
  • Grant County Evening Garden Club, Marion Indiana Public Library – "Night Blooming Plants," March 3, 2004.

📅 2003 - 2002

    • Morning Garden Club, Marion Indiana Public Library – "Chocolate," August 8, 2003.
    • Carolee’s Herb Farm, Hartford City, Indiana – "Cooking With Lavender," July 19 – 20, 2003.
    • Kiwanis, Gas City, Indiana – "Herbs," May 2003.
    • Grant County Evening Garden Club, Marion, Indiana – "Biblical Herbs," March 5, 2003.
    • R.J. Baskett Middle School, Gas City, Indiana – "Chocolate," February 1, 2003.
    • Tropical Fruit Fiesta, Key West, Florida – "Chocolate," July 2002.
    • Master Gardeners, Marion Indiana Public Library – "Rare Tropical Plants," May 2002.

🔜 Upcoming & Additional Talks

Sheri Ann Richerson continues to schedule presentations and lectures for upcoming advanced master gardener conferences, the New York Botanical Garden, and the Tropical Flowering Tree Society. Several future lectures will focus on chocolate and its uses in gardening, food, and culture.

📌 This list does not include dozens of additional talks given to smaller groups, particularly county or city garden clubs.

 

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