Judith Zimmer’s fiction explores the moments that subtly reshape how we see ourselves and one another. Through her writing, she aims to bring readers as close as possible to the inner lives of her characters.
Judith Zimmer’s fiction explores the moments that subtly reshape how we see ourselves and one another. Through her writing, she aims to bring readers as close as possible to the inner lives of her characters.
About Judith
Judith Zimmer is a journalist now focused on fiction. She has written articles for The New York Times, Psychology Today, Essence, and other magazines. She is the author or co-author of several nonfiction books, mainly about health and medicine. Her short stories have been published in literary journals and an anthology. She’s currently working on a novel. Her latest short story will appear in The Saturday Evening Post in September.
Bylines
A sampling of the national publications where Judith’s work as a journalist has been featured.
Latest Blog Posts
Always Be Writing
“Always be writing,” my agent told me when we had our first phone call. I already knew this. Of course, I knew this. I’ve been a writer my whole life. Writing is the only way I know how to be. But the way he said it reminded me of that line from the 1992 film…
Do You See a Story When You Read?
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Why I Love Riot Women
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