Q: How long have you been writing and what other careers or jobs have you had?

A: I’ve been writing my whole life, but I officially became an author in 2011 when my nonfiction book was published, and again in 2015 when my first novel released. Prior to that I was a sixth grade teacher. I’ve also cleaned bathrooms, worked as a 7-11 clerk, a Walmart associate, and a bank teller. I like being Mom best of all.

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