I have always been a writer.  Even when years went by and I didn’t write a single word for myself, I was a writer.  Eventually, that writer got restless and demanded her days in the sun.

That is why, in December 2010, I left a long-standing, well-paying, flexible job in which I had built up substantial knowledge and goodwill in order to pursue a career in writing.  I write primarily children’s picture books, and you can find information about my completed works here.  I also write personal essays and travel pieces, many of which become blog posts.

I do blog about the craft of writing, publication, and my own writing process, but I consider myself more of a “life” blogger. Like many others, I work every day on living the most fulfilling, creative and loving life I can, and I love that the blog helps me meet like-minded people walking the same path.

I live in beautiful Boulder, CO with my husband and two amazing children.  Our daughter (age 8, alias: Em) and our son (age 5, alias: Jay) are a constant source of inspiration and joy.

If you want to know even more, you can check out this list of 100 Random Things about me or read my Bucket List.  Want to keep up with the blog and/or join the discussion?  You can subscribe to the feed here or sign up for email delivery from the home page.  You can also find me on Twitter, JacketFlap, LibraryThing and Bookmooch.

When I am not mothering, writing or reading, I enjoy running, hiking, skiing, cooking, yoga, and savoring a great glass of red wine at sunset.  I especially like to do everything on this list while traveling.

Thanks for stopping by!