Hello!
Thanks for stopping by :)
I have loved writing stories ever since I was a child. I participated in the Young Authors conferences in my hometown and state, and I would write and illustrate my own short stories. I found so much joy in sharing my writings with others. While the dream was put on the back burner for years (and YEARS), it always stayed in my mind - I wanted to write a novel. But I had no clue where to start.
Many years later, I joined an online writing community and learned a LOT about the writing process and how to outline a story. I also joined another online group with critique partners and beta readers to read my writings, give me advice, and honestly, they greatly perfected my writing skills. I am so happy I joined these groups and highly recommend joining online writing groups to all authors!
One of these online groups held a novella contest and I decided to participate - that is where "Enchanted Misadventures" was born. I soon realized the story was a lot bigger than what I had thought, and the novella quickly turned into a novel. Ten months later, I signed a contract with a publisher and the rest is history (as they say).
In October 2021, my novel Enchanted Misadventures with Great-Aunt Poppy was published through Sweetwater Books.
I am currently working on new novels and am now represented by Bethany Fulk at Holloway Literary.
If you'd like to see a sneak peak of my current writings, head over to my Current WIP Page! (Work In Progress)
Some other facts about me...
I have a BA and MA in English.
While attending The University of Alabama for my BA, I marched in The Million Dollar Band.
I'm a member of the Southern Breeze region of SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators).
I love cats and have two big, fluffy, cats - Binx and Pippin, and two striped kitties - Lady and Ophelia.
I'm married to my wonderful and goofy husband, Miles, and we live in Alabama.
I teach online English courses and do freelance work to help other writers.
I am a Beta Reader and Critique Partner.
I love sweets and bread, yoga pilates, walking/hiking, and traveling.
Thank you again for stopping by! If you have any questions or want to reach out, feel free to contact me! :D
You can also find me on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Goodreads.
Enjoying a lunch with fellow authors during an SCBWI event! I'm on the front left in the shades, ha. Summer 2023
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SCBWI Middle Grade Retreat at Gulf Shores - Fall 2023
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