I was influenced by my father who was a writer. I was also inspired by every author whose work transported me to wonderful places, and times, and made magic with words. I was influenced the most by every adult who took the time to read aloud to me during my formative years. (Thank you for enriching my life.)

I have read every book on writing for children that I could get my hands on.
I have had work published in Children's Playmate, Hopscotch, Wild Animal Baby, Wee Ones, Babybug, Ladybug, Highlights for Children, Pack-o-Fun, Bread for God's Children, Dragonfly Spirit, Holiday Crafts 4 Kids, Stories for Children, Story Friends, Holidays and Seasonal Celebrations, Schooldays, Lighthouse Story Collections, and The Friend. I also was one of the judges in the Wee Ones Magazine Mystery Contest and the SCBWI Magazine Merit Awards.