About Me
About Me
Author and Freelance Writer
In addition to the publication of my literary fiction novel, The First and the Last, I am a freelance writer across many genres, including journalism, travel writing, blogging, and poetry. I wrote for The Intermountain Commercial Record and Salt Lake Times where I specialized in legal-related articles, and I am an award-winning journalist for The City Journals as well.
My work also appeared in Utah Life magazine and Utah Stories. I wrote as a travel writer at first anonymously, then for International Vacation Home Exchange as well as for my own projects. I am a published poet and short story writer. Please see my portfolio for samples of my work.
As an editor, I’ve worked on everything from business proposals to scholarly conference papers. I bring both precision and an ear for language to every project.
In addition to being a writer, I also believe I am a scribe – one who not only records documents but also elicits and records the literary thoughts of others. If you’re looking for a thoughtful and experienced writer or editor, I’d be happy to connect.
I look forward to participating in several upcoming international book fairs presenting The First and the Last. My current projects include a memoir and novel, Strata set in Lisbon.
Legal Background
In addition to being a writer, Sona Schmidt-Harris has more than 15 years of experience as a paralegal. Her legal background is diverse, including work in:
- Intellectual property litigation
- Insurance defense
- Criminal defense
- Family law
- Government law
- Native American law
As a paralegal in New York City and Salt Lake City, she managed a wide range of judicial matters, including pharmaceutical cases with voluminous documents.
Education
Sona has achieved the following educational qualifications:
B.A. in English Literature, with an emphasis in Creative Writing
B.A. in Psychology
She has also completed an American Bar Association-approved paralegal program through Westminster College.
Sona Schmidt-Harris’ educational qualifications have had a significant impact on her writing, especially regarding character development where she explores emotional and psychological aspects in depth.
Awards and Distinctions
Inspiration in Every Word
Current and Upcoming Work
Sona is presently working on new literary works through Muse Enterprises LLC, which include:
Memoir, focusing on personal identity.
Novel, which is set in Lisbon and is titled, Strata
She also attends literary events and is showcased at international book fairs including her novel, The First and the Last.
Sona Schmidt-Harris’ Philosophy of Writing:
For Sona, writing is an excavation—an excavation of the soul, the world, and sometimes even truth itself.
Sona Schmidt-Harris’ writing explores:
- Faith and spiritual identity
- Human relationships
- Family bonds
- Psychological metamorphosis
- Artistic expressions
- Culture
- Personal identity
Through writing, Sona aims to explore the metamorphosis of humanity, relationships, and revelations, whatever they may be.
