Stories that matter, told with purpose.
Covering drag racing in the United States
Read My WorkA voice for the unheard, a lens on what’s real.
I’m Debi Shepard, a seasoned freelance writer with over 30 years of experience in automotive journalism. My work has been featured in numerous aftermarket publications including Modular Muscle Magazine, Super Stock & Drag Illustrated, Drag Racing Today, Drag Racing Monthly, CompetitionPlus.com, and Speedway Illustrated.
From investigative features to intimate profiles, I believe every story deserves to be told with care, honesty, and depth. I’m available for freelance assignments and collaborations.
Based in [North Carolina]. Available worldwide.
From the Blog
The Quiet Rebirth of Small-Town Libraries
How community spaces are transforming into lifelines for rural America, one shelf at a time.
Three Weeks on the Road: Notes from the Heartland
A cross-country assignment that turned into something far more personal than expected.
Maria Vásquez Has Been Feeding This Neighborhood for 30 Years
The tamale vendor who became the invisible backbone of a changing city block.
In the Field
Long-Form & Features
The Last Fishing Town
A deep dive into the vanishing livelihood of coastal fishing communities in the Pacific Northwest.
After the Factory Closed
Twelve families. One town. What happens to a community when its only employer leaves.
Let’s work together.
Available for freelance assignments, editorial pitches, collaborations, and speaking engagements. I’d love to hear from you.