While enjoying a long career in higher education, I heard a fascinating tale of a mentally challenged, young Civil War soldier from Maine.  I was so moved by this unique story that I knew at once I would write my first novel, Billy Boy, The Sunday Soldier of the 17th Maine.  And so began a late in life journey to write. Ironically, I rediscovered a passion that I had not followed since childhood. Growing intrigued with the idea of shedding light on the hidden histories of a person or event, I found another story in the life of FDR--his childhood friendship with a Passamaquoddy Elder, which became a children's picture book, Remember Me, Tomah Joseph's Gift to Franklin Roosevelt. A visit to my website, noted below, showcases my other books.   

Moonbeam Gold Award for "Remember Me, Tomah Joseph's Gift to Franklin Roosevelt". Best Multi-Cultural Children's Picture Book for 2009.

Finalist, 2012 Maine Literary Awards for "The Galloping Horses of Willowbrook."

Editor's Choice, Historical Novels Review, for "Billy Boy, The Sunday Soldier of the 17th Maine"