About

I am a middle grade teacher and mother of three pursuing my dream of writing fiction, at long last. Currently, I’m writing a middle grade animal fantasy novel, and working up the courage to write for adults. I enjoy reading, gardening, camping, kayaking, yoga, food (cooking and eating) and running (mostly so I can eat!). I promise to make an honest attempt at honing my craft by putting words here on a regular basis as long as you promise to read them. Honestly, I plan to write them whether you read them or not (but I’d really rather you’d read them).

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