March 2010 Award Winners

We'd like to congratulate the winners of Associated Content's March 2010 awards!

Best of AC: Automotive, Business & Finance, Gardening

Our monthly Best of AC awards recognize the achievements of Contributors publishing extraordinary content in a wide range of topics. March's winners are:

Best of AC: Automotive -- Michael MrTechnical Hewitt
Featured Contributor and auto enthusiast Michael MrTechnical Hewitt boasts extensive experience in auto repair, including more than 5 years as a Chrysler Master Mechanic. Check out his library for helpful DIY auto tutorials (like Replacing a Worn Out Brake Light) and niche car buying guides (Top Five Cars that Will Please Even the Most Active Seniors).

Best of AC: Business and Finance -- Angie Mohr
Angie Mohr has been an Associated Content Contributor since 2007, and has published more than 80 Business & Finance articles to date -- each piece informed by years of experience as a certified professional accountant. Check out her library of content for expert advice on everything from doing your taxes (don't forget these commonly-missed tax breaks!) to insurance coverage and policies (Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: Is it Worth It?).

Best of AC: Gardening -- Dena E. Bolton
Dena E. Bolton, a master gardener for over 40 years, has contributed more than 200 gardening articles since she joined Associated Content in 2008. Whether she's guiding you through your first blueberry bush grow, offering tips on how to prevent pesky pest invasions or giving you a sneak peek into her herb garden in progress, Dena's passion for gardening is palpable in the work she publishes.

Rising Stars

Our Rising Star awards shine a spotlight on some of our most promising new Contributors. March's winners are...


Carly Morgan joined Associated Content in December, 2009 and is already a Featured Contributor in our Travel and Weddings categories. She's published nearly 90 pieces of content since becoming a Contributor. Don't miss her intensely personal and important piece, I'm Bulimic: The True Story of a Fifteen Year Struggle with Bulimia.

Our next Rising Star is Featured Mental Health Contributor, former law enforcement officer and crime novelist, Asher Kade. His content often incorporates extensive personal experience and in-depth interviews that are both touching and informative. Make sure to read his article, What Every American Needs to Know About Pakistan.

Donald Allen traveled the world during his 12 years in the military, as is readily apparent to any reader skimming his library of over 50 pieces of compelling content. He writes about a variety of topics, but really shines when addressing issues important to travelers. Don't miss his expert advice in Travel Safety: Defending Yourself While Traveling Abroad.

As a Featured Shopping & Fashion and Video Games Contributor, Lori May brings her unique perspective to each piece of content. Lori offers a refreshing take on compelling topics from Top 5 Punk Prom Dress Vendors to GameCrush: Gaming Social Network or Disguised Video Dating?

Shane Smith writes great SEO-friendly web content on Arts and Entertainment topics that genuinely interest her. Her achievements--including a spot in our Hot 500--are all the more impressive in light of the fact that she became a Contributor less than two months ago For her take on the recent Lindsay Lohan situation, check out Dina and Michael Lohan Faceoff Over Lindsay's Self Destruction.

Congratulations to all of our wonderful award winners! Stop by their profile pages to leave your own congratulations.