You’ve landed on my website, a place to think about books and writing; a special focus is women’s contemporary novels–exploring a woman’s story of new beginnings, resilience and faith.
My Own Story
I’ve always loved words—the way they shape meaning, guide understanding, and bring stories to life. My reading list ranges from English mysteries to theology and stories of resilience, and now, as I work on a novel, I find myself even more fascinated by how words build worlds, shape events, and reveal truth.
A little about me: I’ve lived long enough to see plenty of life changes, new locations, and unexpected turns. I grew up in the Midwest, surrounded by cornfields, before heading to Chicago for college. Along the way, I’ve called places like South America, Florida, Colorado, and now the upper Midwest home.
My writing journey started early, with a homemade neighborhood newspaper in my pre-teen years. But my professional path led to decades of work in audio. Through it all, I’ve been a devoted reader—newspapers, flyers, libraries, and walk-in bookstores have always been my haunts. During the pandemic, I may have gone overboard with book-buying, so I’m especially grateful for my local public library (and its impact on my budget!).
Family is at the heart of my life. I have a thoughtful husband, a wonderful next generation, and now, the joy of grandkids—a handful of delightful little people who make life even richer.
That’s enough for our first meeting. Just saying hello—and thank you for reading to the last line!