The joys of writing

Happy New Year!

2025 is going to be an exciting year for me. I had a meeting with my publicist at Familius today, and MAKING IT UP releases in exactly a year. It is going to be amazing. Stay tuned for cover reveal and other updates.

This is also a period of joy for me. I am currently reading my newest MG novel manuscript to my son at nights. Sharing stories with him has always been a joy. 

In fact, two years ago today, I took the picture above. I went to his school and read two picture book manuscripts to 100 first graders. As i paused, they drew suggested illustrations. Publishing may be a marathon, but there are joys to be found. This moment, seeing kids create drawings for my stories, remains a highlight of my journey so far.

And there are many joys to come.