The first publised in a exciting series of books set in a world where Magic is scoffed at in some Kingdoms, but it is the driving force behind the power of the crown in others. In fact, the very choice of who wears the crown of Westfeld is made by t
Hopelessly addicted to words. I get the DTs if I go too long without putting them on paper.
Background
Information
I'm a freelance writer of fiction and non-fiction. I love, most of all, magic realism, mystery, and fantasy, though I started out writing science fiction. I write and ghostwrite and edit fiction, non-fiction, and screenplays. I'm also a performing musician and recording artist along with my husband, Jeff. Major influences on my writing and life are Ray Bradbury, W.P. Kinsella, Tim Powers, and a gentleman named Abdu'l-Baha.
Birth Place
Davis, CA USA
Accomplishments
Published 8 fantasy novels and a plethora of short fantasy, magic realism, and SF in magazines such as ANALOG, REALMS OF FANTASY, CENTURY, INTERZONE, and AMAZING STORIES. My novelette "The White Dog" was a finalist for the British Science fiction award, my novelette "O, Pioneer" was a finalist for the Sidewise Award for alternate history.
Through our indie label, Mystic Fig, my husband and I have released 5 music albums: 3 parody albums -- RETRO ROCKET SCIENCE, ALIENS ATE MY HOMEWORK and GRATED HITS-- and three original albums -- MANHATTAN SLEEPS, MOBIUS STREET and I REMEMBER THE RAIN. For our musical efforts we've won the Pegasus awards for Best Parody in 2003, and Best Performer in 2005 and Best Adapted Song in 2015.