I was born and raised in Yuma, a relatively small desert city in Southern Arizona. From a young age, I loved telling stories, and I knew I had plenty to share. Around age 13, I started writing in my spare time. This passion, in retrospect, is probably one of the reasons I couldn’t relate to my peer’s issues of sunburns in Yuma.

In 2012, at age 16, I had the opportunity to publish my first novel: The Z Virus: Outbreak. This novel was geared toward teen readers, and parents of middle school students would inform me that it was the first book their children would sit and read through. This praise humbled me, but it also inspired me beyond words. I was able to interact with readers through book signings, meeting people of all ages who were excited to read my book. This process truly opened my eyes to the beauty of story-telling, and the connection that it can bring to all of us.

After high school, I moved to Tucson to attend University. My publications slowed down, but my writing hasn’t faltered. As I’ve matured, so has my writing style and the depth of my characters. I am hopeful that some of those same readers will follow me in my journey as a storyteller, but I am also excited to form new connections and bring my stories to new audiences. My passion is to use the knowledge and experience I have gained over the years to infuse my characters with an even deeper sense of life and meaning, bringing them to life in a way that makes my readers feel as if they’ve met someone new.