After joining SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators),

I decided if getting a book published was something

I wanted to accomplish, I needed to get serious.

From that point on I made every effort to attend all the local SCBWI conferences and events, as well as several other conferences in my

area. I was like a sponge learning all I could about writing and

the publishing business.

I'm currently active in several critique groups, including an on-line rhyming group.  I’m grateful for my critique partners who help me revise my manuscripts. They often see things I could say better and/or things

I should leave out. My writing friends are always there for me,

encouraging me on my writing journey.

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I'm pleased to be working with an awesome agent, Amy Brewer, with Metamorphosis Literary Agency. She's a strong advocate and her work

on my behalf is appreciated!

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I stay busy thinking of new ideas, revising my manuscripts  (lots of revising), and reading children's books. What could be more fun?

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