Who Am I?

 

~A Reader

I worked as a Reading Specialist for more than 25 years teaching struggling readers and writers. I loved it when my students’ faces lit up when they  saw themselves as ‘real’ readers. We had great conversations about Eva from the Owl Diaries, and Eddie from the Bailey School Kids. I love the humorous, mysterious, fantasy and paranormal genres. As a kid, I devoured books in the Nancy Drew series, and many by Judy Blume and Stephen King. On any given Sunday, you would’ve found me in the library, snuggled in a corner seat, blissfully lost in a character’s life. 

~A Writer

I’m also a children’s writer, mostly in the chapter book and middle grade levels. I love both fiction and non-fiction. My mom was (and still is) an avid reader and helped begin my love of reading. In 2004, I started learning about the craft of writing through classes and webinars, and I’m still going!

~A Grateful Person

I’m a mom and wife who loves to travel, eat dark chocolate, watch sunsets and take nature pictures, among other things. My happiest times are spent with family, FaceTiming with my kids, walking, reading, or meeting friends. Having a new book in my hand or even an old favorite is a given. 

Thanks for taking the time to learn a little about me. Maybe we have some things in common?

Reading along with you,

Maureen