I grew up in Mill Valley, California. Childhood was a dream back then. My sister and I were free to run in the hills behind our house. Our mom had to call us in with a cow bell! To this day, the fragrance of Lupine, or the soft, silky petals of a Poppy, will transport me to those happy days and the love I had for reading children’s books! That love of books followed me into motherhood and grandmotherhood. It is no surprise that my two daughters grew up to be avid readers and one founded her own book publishing company!

It was volunteer work in a third-world country, serving at a rescue shelter for children at risk of trafficking, which broke my heart, and my thoughts made it to paper. I made a promise to myself that I would do whatever I could so that those special kids knew they were loved, had hope, and were brave. 

My first solo book, Called to Serve: Standing with Survivors and Protecting Children Still at Risk, launched on December 9, 2025. This deeply personal memoir and call to action embodies a promise: that each of us has a role to play in the fight against child trafficking. By sharing what I witnessed and learned, I hope to empower readers to use their own voices, circles, and courage to bring light, justice, and protection where it is most needed.

I have contributed a chapter in each of the Brave Kids – Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World Changers, a collection of short stories written by 24 authors from around the world. The lead author, K.J. Kaschula, is also the illustrator of this wonderful collaboration. Take a look at the Books tab for more information.

 I recently contributed to David McLeod’s bestselling collaborative book, “Gifts of Wisdom: Practices for Healing and Empowerment.” In this book, my chapter is titled “Throw Some Love at It! Embracing Vulnerability on the Public Stage.” 

I am also part of the collaborative book Alchemy of Intuition: Embodied Practices to Access Your Inner Voice, releasing in January 2026. Our author group began this project with a transformative writing retreat in Ireland, where we walked sacred landscapes, forged deep connections, and worked on our manuscripts together. My contribution—Chapter 5: “Find Your Soul-Self: Healing the People Pleaser Problem”—explores the path to reclaiming authenticity, inner guidance, and the courage to set boundaries that allow our truest selves to emerge. This one is coming soon!

If you are interested in purchasing a signed copy of any of my books, please reach out to me on the CONTACTS tab.