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I'm currently revising a YA speculative thriller with the help of my agent, Alex Land at Mad Woman Literary Agency.

Blood Falls Like Night has…

  • Lots of blood
  • Criminals! Spies! Secrets!
  • Sisterly love <3
  • A spooky city + abandoned lab
  • Enemies-to-lovers romance
  • Did I mention blood??

YA Birds of a Feather
Second Saturday of every month at Valdez-Perry Library

Do you write young adult fiction? Join me and my fellow YA writers for a friendly discussion about writing craft, publishing, tropes, book recs, and more! We're affiliated with Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, but you don't have to be an RMFW member to join our monthly meet-up--everyone is welcome. Contact me if you'd like to be added to our mailing list!

Colorado Gold Writers Conference
October 1-4, 2026 in Aurora, CO

At this year's conference, I'll be teaching two classes: Pitch Your Way to a Better Book and The Craft and Business of Short Stories. I'll also be participating in a panel called Worlds That Matter: Using Speculative Fiction to Explore Real Issues. Hope to see you there!

Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers podcast

I had a lovely conversation with RMFW's inimitable podcast editor, Mark Stevens, about my recent career change and how my travel writing job has helped with my fiction. Have a listen here.

Society of Young Inklings

I had a blast talking to these amazing young writers about the writing process, worldbuilding, and short stories. Check out the interview here.