Story is a lifelong passion of mine. No matter what else I’m doing (kayaking, cycling, being walked by my dog, sitting on my deck watching the birds while pretending to work – thank goodness for laptops!), I am consuming, creating, or crafting story.

 

When I’m not writing my own tales, I’m editing or coaching other writers. I have an online school for writing fiction and I teach live workshops. I have been a mentor and instructor for the Minnesota Prison Writing Workshop, a member of the Professional Editors Network, Women Fiction Writers Association, and more. I love talking story craft with my friends and co-hosts on the Story Works Round Table.

 

My newsletter, A Room Full of Books & Pencils, is a special place for reflections on writing, life, and the writing life.