I’m a writer and editor
on the edge of Boston.

About me

I’m always writing—short stories, essays, the occasional poem, and songs primarily for my son’s enjoyment, among other things.

My work has appeared in The Awl, New York Magazine’s The Cut, Vulture, and places elsewhere. I also publish Enthusiasms, a weekly newsletter featuring reviews of regular stuff.

These days, you can find me at the New England Aquarium, where I help inspire people to act for the ocean and I occasionally hang out with an octopus. I’ve also been an editor with the Boston Globe’s Studio/B, as well as a copywriter and content strategist for major travel and e-commerce brands.

Selected writing

It’s nice to meet you

Ready to get in touch? Use the form or send a hello to: jmeburke at gmail dot com.

❤️ : cats, riding bikes, Funyuns®, baseball on the radio
💔 : sneakers that are too clean, anything a robot makes, blue ink

Photo by AbdoulNasser Mika