• Why I write:

I write for the joy it brings me. I write to purge. I constantly have stories bumping around in my head and the only way to get peace is to release the beasts onto paper (or into my laptop). Most stories will never break out of the folder I shove them into. I hope the ones that make it to you become the ones you reread and share.

• What I write:

My heart is in picture books but I dabble in other genres. I have written Steampunk short stories and a romantic comedy novella. I enjoy the challenge of poetry. I am not limited to one genre.

• My career:

I’d love to be a full-time author, but I am a full-time Tech Writer to help with bills.

• What I’ve published:

Please visit my Published Works page.

• What I read:

It’s important to read! I collect picture books. I love fantasy like Lord of The Rings, and I adore Harry Potter. I also devour everything Sir Terry Pratchett. Some of my favorite authors include Kate DiCamillo, Drew Hayes, Jim Butcher, Delia Sherman, Tad Hills, Dr. Seuss, Charles Dickens, Nathanial Hawthorn, and Arthur Miller. Reading broadens my understanding and experience of the world.

• Where I have traveled:
  

  

So far Amsterdam, Australia, Bahamas, Canada, Cambodia, China, Germany, Japan, Laos, Paris, Puerto Rico, Thailand, and Vietnam. I love traveling and experiencing different cultures.

• My education:
  

  

Master of Fine Arts in Children’s Literature from Hollins University

Bachelor of Arts in English from Cedarville University

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