The Author
I was lucky enough to grow up in Alaska. My family moved here when I was six, and we fell in love with the place. I’ve called Alaska home ever since. You’ll know why Alaska is so close to my heart as you see the beauty and meet Alaskans of past and present.
Throughout my life, I’ve felt the power of words. I taught English for 20 years, and am now employed in a day job that allows me to spend more free time on my writing, including the novels in my young adult historical romance series. My first series is set in the Alaska Gold Rush, a great time for drama, romance, and independent characters who made their own way in the world.
When not writing, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and participating in Cowboy Action Shooting with the Alaska 49ers. I also belong to several historical and writers’ groups.
(See the History section for links.)
Blog
My stress management and reflection time often happens in the bathtub. I find bubble baths are a perfect way to relax, reflect, and let my right brain solve problems for my left brain. If I’ve had a bad day or I’m stuck on a character or scene, I soak in the bubbles, listen to music, and let my mind drift.
Since the point is to let my mind wander, I play CDs that my mind already knows. I don’t want to spend all my energy trying to hear what that song lyric is, so I put on oldies but goodies. The oldest CD is a BeeGees live album called One Night Only. My favorite songs there are the 60s ballads, and yes I do sing along to “Words” soemtimes.
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