Hello Beautiful People —
Wife, Mom, Gigi, friend, bestselling author, public speaker, and all-around badass. I write books for grown-ups, books for kids, and a blog about this messy, beautiful life we’re all figuring out together. Around here, it’s about good stories, real life, a little laughter, and finding the good along the way. I’m so glad you’re here.
Four-time bestselling author • Blogger • Storyteller
The Books
Luna & Sol Series
Luna and Sol, twins in elementary school, visit their Pop and Gigi every day after school. In “We Aren't Planets,” after some teasing at school, Pop and Gigi take them on a trip through the solar system where they learn not only about what's floating around in space, but about themselves too.
Luna & Sol Series
Luna and Sol have to go a whole day unplugged, and they're not really looking forward to it. On top of that, there are surprise visitors, some new additions to the Rescue Ranch and Farm, and Pop and Gigi have some surprises in store! Join Luna & Sol as they go Unplugged!
Luna & Sol Series
When Luna faces a difficult day at school, she struggles to shake off her hurt feelings. With the help of Pop and Gigi, and their ranch full of rescue animals, Luna begins to uncover the courage to face her feelings. Join Luna on her journey to find her smile again.
Fiction
Catastrophe has hit Sophia, and like most people, all she's been able to do is survive. She's been going through the motions, mostly for her children, despite the fact that her heart remains in ruins. It's time to decide if her story is going to be one of simply surviving, or if she's going to learn how to live again.
For Teachers & Librarians
The Luna & Sol series is beloved by educators and families for its multicultural, blended-family heart and social-emotional themes. Stories kids actually see themselves in.
For Schools & EducatorsFrom the Blog
Overcoming
“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.” Redirect… U-turn ahead… take next exit. That's what 54 felt like to me — and here's what that year of changed plans actually taught me.
Life
“Your joy does not need permission.” Someone once told me there was no way I could really be that happy. On hiding your light — and deciding to stop.
Life
“Not every goodbye is spoken. Some chapters just turn.” Some of my favorite memories are with people I may never speak to again — and I wouldn't trade a single one.
