Writing was my first love and continues to be my constant companion.  I wasn't always able to dedicate myself to writing the way that I do now,  but  I managed to publish articles in a local newspaper, had short stories published, won  an awarded for best title, and wrote, rewrote, and published a family cookbook.  

 

After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Science degree in Counseling   I worked    in the mental health field.  I like helping people and to that end  I wrote  two non-fiction books   to ensure professional access to mental healthcare.

 

Inner Awakenings Navigating the Emotional Black Hole Inside - A Therapeutic Workbook. This    step-by-step guide was   designed to teach readers how to become their own emotional detective -- a   phrase I developed while developing many of the skills and techniques. Readers heal through personal awareness, understanding, and acceptance.

 

Preparing for the Journey Home was designed for those in poor health, been given  a terminal diagnosis, for caregivers in need of support, or for those who just want to be prepared for the inevitable end that awaits us all.

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~  Please note: these non-fiction books are currently being updated  ~

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Although I enjoy helping people, my passion is writing fiction --   mostly psychological thrillers, mystery, suspense, and fantasy. 

 

In order to make my novels more believable I've spent years   learning from   experienced officers and investigators who generously shared  their knowledge with me. In addition, I earned a Criminal Justice Counseling Specialist Certificate of Advanced Study.   With this specialized education and knowledge  I'm able to write the suspense filled   novels that we all love to read.

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My first fictional novel Filling in the Blanks was released by    Pegasus Publishing on   September 26, 2024!

 

The sequel: Beating the Clock is nearly complete, that is except for the dreaded re-writes.  However, I hope it will be released    shortly.

 

 

Ask for my novels at your local bookstores or online vendors!

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