For years I've been fascinated by the puzzle of why some people collapse under life's traumas and others emerge triumphantly stronger.

In a job surrounded by social workers and in my personal life, I saw the effects of child abuse, incest, and violence. Yet amid the stark realities of addictions, anger, abandonment, denial and betrayal shone the bright light of strength, hope and forgiveness.

These triumphs of the human spirit over the ugliest of adversities became the basis for my stories. My passion for writing romance stories became an outlet for the powerful messages that people can overcome great difficulties, and that true love can turn life’s heartaches into happily ever after.

Author photo by Cahill Photojournalism

Philosophical

My Border Collie mix, Ace (now romping with the angels) was the inspiration for Shannon's dog in SONGS OF THE HEART. I also provide Reiki treatments for pets. Visit PetsLoveReiki for more information. Ten percent of my book profits will benefit animal welfare.>>>


Like Shannon in SONGS OF THE HEART, I've remodeled most of my house. After weeks of working/ stalling/tweaking the decor, my kitchen is now beautifully remodeled (unlike this photo)...>>>


When the rains turn warm in Oregon, I start digging and planting. There were only a couple half-hearted shrubs when I moved into this house. Now nearly half the grass has been converted to flower beds.>>>


I discovered Locks of Love about ten years ago, and have donated my hair four times since. It takes me about two years to grow the ten inches they need to make wigs for kids without hair.>>>

Leanings

• Writing romances
since 1992
• Member of Romance Writers of America

The stories of
three couples
linked in the past
by a rock 'n' roll band
on the road.

Today, their
love stories
blossom in a
Victorian house
that has
sheltered hearts
for over
a hundred years.