articles and essays
News Articles, Contributing Writer
Susan Buttenwieser writes frequently about reproductive health care, abortion, LGBTQ civil rights, and the criminal justice system. Her writing has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize, and she has taught creative writing to middle-schoolers in the Bronx and Queens, in homeless shelters, juvenile detention facilities, at a women’s maximum-security prison and to older adults. Follow the links below to read her work for Women's Media Center, Rewire News Group, and LGBTQ Nation.
Brooklyn Rail, Book Reviews
Brooklyn Rail provides an independent forum for arts, culture, and politics throughout New York City and far beyond.
Essay, The Day You Really Became a Mom
A young mother realizes what parenting is really about during the tragedy of 9/11.
Live reading at Symphony Space for Listen to Your Mother.
Essay, Ten Simple Steps to a Playground Lobotomy
Susan Buttenwieser gives us instructions on surviving a day at the playground.
Akashic Books, Terrible Twosdays Series.