For as long as I can remember, I've loved to read and wanted to create books. My interest in writing began in the backseat of my Grandma's car when I was around eight. We were en route to her weekly hair appointment and I wrote my first story in a tiny Hello Kitty notebook. I read it to Grandma and she told me it was wonderful. That is my first memory of feeling proud of something I created. I didn't quite understand the publishing process at the time, but I trace my interest in books back to that moment.

When it came time to decide on a career path, I chose to study English. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Leadership Studies in three years. While in school, I worked for the university's Writing Center. I got to spend my days reading papers and helping students improve their writing. This really solidified the editing dream for me.

After college, I gained experience in many different writing mediums through freelance work: blogs, emails, social media copy, podcast show notes, and press releases to name a few. While I enjoyed my time as a freelance writer, I knew that my big dream was still to edit books. So I attended the Denver Publishing Institute at the University of Denver. I was fortunate to learn about all sides of the industry, meet inspiring publishing professionals, and further develop my editing skills! It was an amazing time of both personal and professional growth for me, and I truly believe I wouldn’t be where I am today without that experience.

Fun Facts:

• In my free time, I can be found reading, writing stories of my own, crocheting, baking, or discovering new coffee shops and bookstores.

• I'm married to my other half, and we have a five-year-old tortoiseshell cat named Toki (who is our primary form of entertainment).

• I love reading the dedication and acknowledgements in every book. Almost all of them make me cry.

• My favorite book growing up was Little Women by Louisa May Alcott.

• A few of my recent favorite books are Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman and The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt.