Hi! I’m Adam Swierk aka the Paper Clown. I’m a Tufts University educated sociologist, who’s driven to write engaging stories that will both enlighten and edify minds.

I’m a passionate essayist and former 90s latchkey kid, with a proven ability to develop intriguing and illuminating content from a unique perspective. I have an innate talent for conversational expertise, possessing the keen ability to write about highly technical, complicated topics in an accessible, easy-to-understand manner.

I live to write — to craft compelling narratives, three-dimensional characters, and structurally sound stories that take readers on an emotional journey. I’ve written one novel that I’m currently pitching (a work of literary fiction about Bridgewater State Hospital; manuscript available if interested), and a second novel nearing completion (a coming-of-age novel about a grieving millenial college student).

I have a strong portfolio of work, both personally and professionally, having been published in several places as both a credited author, and as a ghostwriter (all links to my published work can be found below). If you are interested in hiring me as a writer, or discussing my work, please feel free to reach out!

PUBLISHED WORK – CREDITED AUTHOR

All Mashed articles found here
Brain Tomorrow:

• Major study adds to evidence that microdosing psychedelics significantly reduces symptoms of depression, anxiety – 5/18/22
• ‘Microglial atlas’ may help uncover genetic links to common brain disorders – 5/9/22
• Scientists develop technology to observe biochemical reactions in the eye – 4/29/22
• Scientists discover ‘switch’ for motor protein traffic in neurons – 4/25/22
• Haunted house study reveals physiological responses to fear in real-time – 4/14/22
• New tissue expansion technology improves protein labeling in synapses – 4/1/22
• Researchers discover neural networks may follow free-energy principle – 3/28/22
• New sensor grid records electric signals on brain’s surface at highest resolution ever – 3/21/22
• Money and the mind: Child brain development linked to family finances – 3/21/22
• Post-COVID cognitive symptoms may be due to cerebrospinal fluid abnormalities – 3/16/22
• Ohio researcher heads three teams seeking new treatments for pediatric brain tumors – 3/9/22
• Scientists observe living synapses, leading to stunning discovery of memory formation – 3/2/22
• For traumatic brain injury patients, aerobic exercise can improve cognitive impairments – 2/28/22
• Risk factors for heart disease identical to those for dementia-causing disorders – 2/25/22
• Inside the brains of elderly ‘super-agers’: Connectivity ‘indistinguishable’ from that of young adult – 2/24/22
• Size matters in memory: We’re more likely to remember larger images, study shows – 2/23/22
• Morning glory medicine: How popular flower could emerge as next psychedelic treatment – 2/18/22
• Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) reduces the risk of death from all causes in seniors – 2/10/22
• Accidental discovery could be game changer for stem cell research – 2/8/22
• New tech allows real-time diagnosis of brain volume loss often seen in dementia – 1/22/22

PUBLISHED WORK – GHOSTWRITER

SaaS Universities:

• What Makes a Successful SaaS University Program? – 2/22/22
• SaaS University or Corporate University: Which is Right for Your Company? – 2/17/22
• When Should You Charge for Your SaaS University? – 2/11/22

Farahan Therapy:

• Why Routines are Fundamental for a Fulfilled Life – 2/7/21
• Six Reasons Why Sleep is Important for Finding Fulfillment – 2/20/21
• Meditation and Debunking the Preconceived Notions – 4/22/21
• How to Increase and Incorporate Mindfulness in Your Life – 4/29/21
• How to Hack Your Brain for Happiness – 5/15/21
• Three Tips for Conquering Anxious Feelings and Thoughts – 6/4/21
• Six Strategies to Savor the Happiest Moments of Your Life – 8/16/21
• Gratefulness and Gratitude – The #1 Secret to Happiness – 9/1/21