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Patricia Shannon
Patricia Shannon
Experience
Patricia Shannon is a freelance writer for Family Handyman. Prior to becoming an independent writer, she spent over a decade as an editor for women’s lifestyle magazines where she focused on home, garden, beauty, and culture content. Patricia lives in Alabama with her husband, two children, and dog affectionately referred to as “Ham."
Family Handyman Editorial Policies
For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.