Novelist. Poet. Essayist.
I am a professional and creative writer living in Chicago, IL. I received a MA in English from Rhodes University in South Africa and a MFA in Poetry from Columbia College Chicago.
As a writer, my work centers around the importance of narrative—whether my own personal story, the re-envisioned voices of my ancestors, or the adventures of a fictional character. As a novelist, I am currently writing in the romance genre, combining my passions for a good love story and for international travel. As an essayist, I am writing a personal memoir and continue to work on travel essays.
In 2021, I was chosen as a Mentee for the Romance Writers of America RAMP program. I am a member of Chicago-North Romance Writers.
In 2013, I received a two-week residency at the Vermont Studio Center and an Illinois Arts Council Grant.
In Chicago, I participate in Poems While You Wait, a group of local poets who do typewritten poems on demand.
For a list of creative writing publications, visit the "bio" page.
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Writing Samples
Here are some examples of my published professional writing.
Brochure Appeal Letter
Written for Victories Written for Victories
2019 2019
Article Interview
"Fall Colors & Local Wines" "Andrew Harvey"
Written for Mindful Written for Mindful Metropolis
Metropolis 2009
2009
Restaurant Review Article
"El Nuevo Mexicano" "Poetry Month"
Written for Mindful Written for Mindful Metropolis
Metropolis 2010
2011
Essay Press Release
"Investing in Each Other" "Green Metropolis Fair"
Written for Mindful Written for Green Metropolis
Metropolis Fair
2009 2012
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