Eleanor Roosevelt: A Voice of Change Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
A Middle Grade Historical Fiction novel set in Nebraska is in the works
A powerful story of fear, friendship, and standing up for what’s right.
When a Nazi POW camp opens near her family’s Nebraska farm during World War II, twelve-year-old Margo Lindgren suddenly finds herself surrounded by fear, suspicion, and change. Her father returns from the front lines a different man, and at school she’s forced to work with the class bully on a Red Cross fundraiser. After a farm accident brings German prisoners onto their land, her family is accused of being Nazi sympathizers. Inspired by Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms and an unlikely connection, Margo begins to question what loyalty and bravery really mean. Based on real events at Camp Atlanta, this is a story of courage, conscience, and coming of age in uncertain times.
The curious case of Ann
Ann’s curious love of writing and reading began early when she was involved with summer reading programs at her local library. There was always a new library, a knowledgeable children’s librarian, and library activities waiting each time she moved. She began writing and creating early.
Now Published in A Pot of Basil: Ekphrases on Love and Loss
I’m honored to have three of my pieces featured in the newly released anthology, A Pot of Basil: Ekphrases on Love and Loss. This unique collection gathers poetry and prose, exploring themes of love, grief, memory, and connection. Each piece is an ekphrastic response—creative writing inspired by artwork—and I’m thrilled
The Rappahannock Review: “What Losing the 1979 World Series Taught Me About Life and Death”
I’m honored to have my essay, “What Losing the 1979 World Series Taught Me About Life and Death,” featured in the latest issue of the Rappahannock Review. This deeply personal piece reflects on how the ups and downs of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ championship season mirrored some of life’s most profound
New Publication in HEAL: “Riding The Wave of a Cruel Storm”
I am excited to announce that my poem, “Riding The Wave of a Cruel Storm,” has been published in the latest issue of HEAL (Humanism Evolving through Arts and Literature). This journal, dedicated to exploring the connections between art, healing, and humanity, has provided the perfect platform for this piece,
“Inside the Bubble” featured in Intima: A Journal of Narrative Medicine
I’m pleased to share that my poem, “Inside the Bubble,” has been published in Intima: A Journal of Narrative Medicine. This piece reflects on the intimate moments shared during challenging times, capturing the delicate balance between reality and the desire for escape. I invite you to read the full poem
Featured in Brevity Blog: “Weathering A Storm of Ideas: On Shaping a Nonfiction Story.”
I’m excited to share that my latest essay, “Weathering A Storm of Ideas: On Shaping a Nonfiction Story,” has been featured on The Brevity Blog. In this piece, I delve into the art of transforming personal experiences into compelling nonfiction narratives, using a memorable family sailing adventure as inspiration. I
