Writing was my first love and continues to be my constant companion.  Even though it would have been my preference, I wasn't able to dedicate myself to writing in the past the way that I do now.  Still, I managed to publish articles in a local newspaper, had a few short stories published, awarded the best title award  from the Sisters in Crime, 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 and working in the mental health field   I wrote  two non-fiction books   to ensure professional access to mental healthcare.

 

Inner Awakenings Navigating the Emotional Black Hole Inside - A Therapeutic Workbook is a step-by-step guide designed to help readers become their own emotional detective -- a   term I developed while developing many of the techniques used in the book. By practicing the skills and techniques  readers are empowered to heal through personal awareness, understanding, and acceptance.

 

Preparing for the Journey Home was written after working in home health and hospice. It's designed for those in poor health or who have 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 books are being updated with new editions to be released  sometime  next year.

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Although I find fulfillment in helping people my passion is writing fiction, mostly psychological thrillers, mystery, suspense, and fantasy.   

 

To increase the believability of my novels I   earned a Criminal Justice Counseling Specialist Certificate of Advanced Study.   With this specialized education combined with the knowledge that experienced officers and investigators have shared with me, I'm able to write the suspense filled   novels that we all love to read.

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I am excited to announce that my first novel Filling in the Blanks, with Pegasus Publishing, will be released on   September 26, 2024!

 

Beating the Clock (nearly complete - except for the dreaded re-writes) will follow shortly.

 

 

Ask for them at your local bookstores or online vendors!

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