My Mission
My mission as an author is to make stories accessible to readers who are often overlooked. Growing up without easy access to books shaped the way I see the world, and it taught me how deeply a single story can matter. Through my work, I aim to bring hope, belonging, and emotional honestly to anyone who needs it, especially those with limited access to literature. I write to remind people that rebuilding is possible, that identity can be reclaimed, and that every person deserves a story that makes them feel seen.
My books are very character driven and contain prose that are centered around resilience, self-worth issues, and the quiet courage to start over. Storytelling for me is a strong form of connection, not just within the pages of my books, but the communities I serve.
Women’s Prison Book Project Partnership
Who Are They
The Women’s Prison Book Project (WPBP) is a Minnesota‑based, all‑volunteer collective dedicated to providing free books to incarcerated women and trans readers across the United States. Since 1994, WPBP has worked to expand access to literature, education, and connection for people who often have the fewest opportunities to read. Their work centers dignity, autonomy, and the belief that stories can be a lifeline.
What They Do
WPBP collects donated books and sends them directly to individuals in women’s prisons, jails, and detention centers. They focus on genres and topics that are frequently requested but rarely available inside facilities — including fiction, memoir, health, parenting, LGBTQ+ titles, and resources for personal growth. Every book is mailed by volunteers who believe in the power of reading to support healing, learning, and hope.
My Partnership With WPBP
In September 2026, I was honored to be accepted by the Women’s Prison Book Project to donate copies of my debut novel, Falling for Clear Creek. As a Minnesota author who grew up with limited access to books, partnering with WPBP aligns deeply with my mission to make stories available to readers who are often overlooked.
WPBP has welcomed 25 softcover copies of Falling for Clear Creek for their library and distribution efforts. These books will be sent directly to incarcerated women and trans readers who request fiction that offers connection, resilience, and a sense of belonging.
Why This Matters
This partnership is one of the most meaningful milestones of my publishing journey. Clear Creek is a story about rebuilding identity, healing from manipulation, and finding your voice again — themes that resonate strongly with readers navigating confinement, transition, or hardship. Knowing my work will reach people seeking comfort, escape, and hope is an honor I don’t take lightly.
Cloquet Public Library Partnership
Who They Are
The Cloquet Public Library is a cornerstone of our northern Minnesota community — a welcoming, accessible space committed to connecting readers of all ages with stories, resources, and opportunities. Their staff works tirelessly to support literacy, learning, and local voices, making the library a vital part of the region’s cultural heartbeat.
What They Do
Cloquet Public Library provides free access to books, digital media, community programming, and educational support. They champion local authors, host events that bring neighbors together, and ensure that anyone who walks through their doors can find something that sparks curiosity, comfort, or inspiration.
My Partnership With Cloquet Public Library
In 2026, I was thrilled to learn that the Cloquet Public Library will be adding Falling for Clear Creek to their shelves. As a Minnesota author, having my debut novel available in a local public library is deeply meaningful. It reflects everything I value — community, accessibility, and the belief that stories should be easy to reach for anyone who needs them.
Why This Matters
Libraries were my lifeline growing up. They were the place where I found escape, imagination, and the beginnings of my voice as a writer. Knowing that Clear Creek will sit on a shelf in a Minnesota library, ready to be discovered by readers in my own region, feels like coming full circle.
This partnership is part of my ongoing commitment to making books available to readers from all backgrounds, whether in small towns, public libraries, or facilities with limited access.