About Me

I grew up in a house of performers, voracious readers, teachers, and life-long learners. At four I co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in a play with my father for our dog (above).  I decided I was difficult to work with, so I stuck to writing -- composing epic stories starring the stuffed animals that filled my room, and I just kept going. 

I still write first drafts by hand...with a fountain pen.  It makes me take my time and think about word choices.  It also provides me the excuse of purchasing a new pen when I complete a new project. (Flash fiction excluded.)  I have a novel about which I am passionate, but it's "in turnaround" and I'm focusing on several short stories.  I also sometimes toy with several screenplays I just can't give up on, and write non-fiction for a living.