About

Welcome to my blog!

I love words, stories and writing. I wrote my first story in 6th grade when I was assigned to write a fable. The Pleasing Pig’s Pleasing was a big hit, and I’ve been hooked ever since.

Books have always been an important part of my life, from working in publishing, to teaching preschool, to reading countless bedtime stories to my four children.

I worked as an editorial assistant at Viking for three years and loved seeing how picture books developed, from early manuscript form to a beautiful finished bound book. Those years at Viking sparked my passion for picture books.

When not reading or writing, or thinking about reading and writing, I enjoy running, coffee, spending time with family, music, baking, traveling. Not necessarily in that order, but possibly.

I’m a member of Julie Hedlund’s 12x12 Picture Book Challenge, SCBWI and an active critique group. My #PBParty 2021 entry received an Honorable Mention, and am a #SpringFlingKidLit 2023 Winner.

I really enjoy connecting with fellow picture book writers on social media. I love the strong sense of community and camaraderie of the kid lit community.