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Writer, Reader, Dreamer

Always an avid reader, I came to this writing journey later than many. A local genealogical library offered a workshop on writing family stories, so I signed up, wrote a few short stories and was hooked. Cozy mysteries were always my go-to when I needed an escape, so I decided to see if I had what it takes. At the age of 55, I signed my first contract. And a week later, I signed my second. It's never too late! 

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I grew up in a small, Pacific Northwest town that instilled a lifelong love of small towns and country living, along with a deep love for pie, family history, and the possibility of ghosts. My grandfather was a building contractor and together my grandparents owned and operated a hardware store and lumberyard in my hometown. I spent many hours as a kid tagging along with Grandma in the store. Now I've turned those memories into the Hometown Hardware cozy mystery series. 

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Today, my husband and I live in a 126-year-old cottage by the sea on the coast of Washington state, with perhaps a ghost or two.

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When I'm not writing or reading, I love to bake, knit, walk on the beach, and spend time with the grandkids, (who are growing up way to fast!)