I earned an MFA in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California. I've been a professor of Creative Writing and Narrative Non-Fiction for over a decade at both the University of Maryland and Belmont University in Nashville.
I have published eight critically acclaimed Young Adult and Adult fiction novels and several non-fiction essays, both online and in anthologies. My books have been translated into five languages and called “charming” by Elin Hilderbrand and “spirited”...
I earned an MFA in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California. I've been a professor of Creative Writing and Narrative Non-Fiction for over a decade at both the University of Maryland and Belmont University in Nashville.
I have published eight critically acclaimed Young Adult and Adult fiction novels and several non-fiction essays, both online and in anthologies. My books have been translated into five languages and called “charming” by Elin Hilderbrand and “spirited” by Augusten Burroughs. My latest Young Adult novel, One Stupid Thing, was made into a feature film starring Sky Katz and Jack Wright.
Most recently, I've been guiding high school students through the college essay writing process. I love to brainstorm content with my students and help them elevate their work to stand out above the rest. I believe in essays that have a strong voice, a narrative arc, seamless flow, and an underlying message. I have years of experience in publishing, editing, teaching, and creating successful writing.
