From Dreamer to Storyteller: My Journey

I've been crafting poetry and short stories since I was seven, and my passion for storytelling has only grown. Originally from New Jersey, I now call North Carolina home, where I live with my husband, two incredible kids, and our two crazy dogs. Creativity and determination have always been in my DNA as the youngest sibling with two sisters!
 

 

Beyond the Pages: My Favorite Pastimes

When I'm not writing, you'll find me running, reading, baking, or diving into research mode (because learning new things excites me!). I also create content for my YouTube channel, Bookshelf Diaries, take long walks in the sunshine, and sip coffee while enjoying the fresh air.
 

 

The Writer Behind the Words

With 18 published books under my belt—including women's fiction, family sagas, self-transformation, and cookbooks—I've built a career around my love for storytelling. I also write for Writer's Digest and Pastry Arts magazines, where I have my own column. Beyond that, I coach social media strategy for a publishing company and serve as a content coordinator for a Charlotte-based magazine. Writing isn't just my career—it's my passion!
 

 

What Fuels My Fire

My heart is in writing, health and nutrition, and, most importantly, my family. I believe in self-care and strive to maintain balance in my busy life.
 

 

Fun Facts You Didn't Know About Me

I'm an avid runner, a coffee and tea enthusiast, nature photographer, and a mountain girl. Despite living in North Carolina, my Jersey accent still lingers! Organization is my superpower, and if you need me, text—because I'm definitely not a phone talker!