Who Am I?

 

~A Reader

Professionally, I was a Reading Specialist where I worked with struggling readers and writers for more than 25 years (until 2022). I loved to watch students’ faces light up when they really recognized themselves as readers. We had great conversations about characters like Judy Moody, Eva from Owl Diaries, and the Bailey School kids, especially Eddie. As you’ve probably guessed, I’m passionate about stories! Humorous, mysterious, fantasy and paranormal are the ones I like most. As a kid, I devoured books in the Nancy Drew series, and many by Judy Blume and Stephen King. On any given Sunday, you could’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. I’m on a journey of freelancing in the adult markets as well. Being curious keeps my imagination churning, which leads to more story ideas! As a kid, I wrote letters, had a diary, and at 10, I made up characters and acted out stories in my living room. My mom was (and still is) an avid reader and helped begin my love of reading. In my twenties, I co-wrote movie reviews in college and in 2004 (my 30’s), I started learning about the craft of writing through classes and webinars. (And I’m not done yet!) 

~A Grateful Person

I’m a mom and wife who loves to travel, eat dark chocolate, watch sunsets and play with my dog. My happiest times are spent with family, FaceTiming with my kids, sitting outside, reading, or watching a Netflix series. Having a new book in my hand or even an old favorite, is a given. I’m inspired by lots of things which lend to my writing and finding new books: people, places, old houses, history, movies, nature. Inspiration is all around–even in the smallest of things.

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

Keep reading,

Maureen