I was born in New Orleans and grew up in Los Angeles, where I attended public schools. My entire career has revolved around my love for children, teaching, books and writing. I taught for many years in public and private schools. As an elementary school teacher, I taught pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. In middle school, I was a teacher of English and history. I also served as a secondary school librarian.
I became a published author in 2011 when my first book, Love Twelve Miles Long, was published. Since then I have authored over a dozen books, including, easy readers, picture books and chapter books. I write contemporary fiction, historical fiction, biographies and rhyming stories.
I love gardening and I am learning to play the piano.