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Where are You From?

I live in the scenic Southern Finger Lakes Region of New York State. The area is known for its beautiful gorges, waterfalls, and vineyards that grace the hillsides along the lakes.

I'm a lifetime New Yorker - upstate! I love living in the Northeastern United States, where we experience all 4 seasons to the fullest.

What Do You Do?

I write. Adults, young adults, and children read my books, stories, essays, and articles.

What is Your Background?

I have a Ph.D. in English and Creative Writing. I've taught college English (writing and literature courses) for 25 years and still teach occasionally online. I've been fortunate to be awarded several research fellowships for my books. Before I got to this point as a writer, I had jobs as a: cashier, school librarian, bank clerk, receptionist, and a chemical engineering technician.

What Have You Written?

Lots of books and other things! You can see a listing of my publications if you click on the "Bibliography" tab.

What are Some of Your Likes & Dislikes?

I love: books, lilacs, and chocolate.

I don't love: heights, sudden loud noises, or baked beans.

What are Your Pet Peeves?

Decorations that are still up long after the holiday is over.

When you say you're from New York, and people ALWAYS assume you mean New York City!

What Are You Working On Now?

You'll see on my website that I have published quite a bit of non-fiction. Fiction, however, is my first love. I'm currently working on several novel manuscripts, a feature-length screenplay, and a few other things. It seems like I'm ALWAYS writing!

When I say I'm a writer, it's like saying I'm a human being, or I'm alive, or I'm female, or I have blue eyes. It's just a fact of who I am.

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