My love affair with stories began in seventh grade, during a tough year of starting at a new school where I didn’t know anyone. The library became my sanctuary, and I immersed myself in book after book, discovering the transformative power of a well-told story. That same year, in literacy class, I wrote my first story—soapy, emotional, and full of heart—and proudly shared it with my classmates.

At the end of eighth grade, I wrote an exit essay reflecting on leaving middle school behind and looking ahead to high school. My teacher was moved to tears, and in that moment, I knew my calling: to craft stories that touch hearts. Stories that make people cry, then laugh through their tears. Stories that break hearts and lovingly piece them back together. Stories that linger, offering a temporary escape while leaving a lasting impression.

This vision drives my authoring journey, and I’m so excited to share it with you. I hope you’ll stick around—I’d love to get to know you.