As an author, one of the most challenging questions isn’t how to begin a book, but when to finish it. In my experience, the decision to publish rarely comes from a sense of completion or perfection—it comes from sheer exhaustion. Writing a […]
My journey into writing children’s stories might seem a little unexpected. Initially, I set out to become a middle school teacher, inspired during my studies at the University of Kansas. In my child development classes, I discovered how critical the middle school […]
One of the most enjoyable parts of writing children’s stories is developing characters that resonate with young readers. Whether they’re relatable, funny, or heroic, my goal is to create characters that kids can see themselves in, or aspire to be. Here’s how […]
Ever wonder how the magical worlds and whimsical creatures of Popop’s Magic Garden come to life? Let me take you behind the scenes of my creative process, where imagination meets everyday adventures. A lot of the characters and story ideas in Popop’s […]
