Tania Runyan

Since spinning yarns into a portable tape recorder on lazy summer days, I’ve been fascinated by the heart-stopping possibilities of words. I’ve earned two degrees in writing and another in education, devoting myself to writing, editing, and teaching others how to craft their tales.  For over twenty years, I’ve taught English, written and edited for educational publishers, conducted workshops, and consulted as a private college application coach who helps students perfect their own success stories to capture the schools of their dreams. Now I’m helping customers tell theirs through engaging web copy, landing pages, blog posts, press releases, interviews, and articles.  I’m an author of nine books, regular writer for a number of print and online publications, and winner of a Literary Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. Yep, I’m in for writing’s long and lovely haul. I’d love to have you along.

Legal Documents to Have Available in Case of Emergency

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Life–Work Balance for Columbus Business Professionals

Professionals talk frequently about achieving life–work balance as a way to reduce stress, set boundaries, and keep those two parts of their lives separate. While it’s important to strive for healthy goals, constantly seeking a strict life–work divide can in fact make daily life more complicated than it needs to be. Practicing a good life–work balance means discovering ways to help your career complement your personal life, and vice versa. An integrated life is a more focused, fulfilling life.

Home Equity Lines of Credit: What You Really Need to Know

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How Much Square Footage Do I Need?

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4 Easy Steps to Securing a Car Loan

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