I’m excited to share that 'How to Get Started Writing Your First Book' was officially published on February 9th!   This book was written for anyone who has dreamed of writing a book but didn’t know where to begin. Using the simple metaphor of an apple from seed to harvest, I walk you through sixteen practical steps to help you move from idea to finished manuscript. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start writing, this is it. Your story matters. Your voice matters. And you

12/30/2025 -  Writing your first book can feel overwhelming. Where do you begin? How do you know if your idea is good enough? And what if you don’t feel ready yet?   These are the same questions many people ask before picking an apple from a tree. I use apples and the apple-growing process as a simple, relatable way to help new writers understand the journey of writing their first book. Writing your first book can also feel like standing at the base of a mountain, looking up

07/28/2025 -Who Would Have Thought? The end of summer could be this suspenseful... As the season winds down, there’s still time to dive...