The Bookshelf

My books

Two collections of short stories for young readers.

Newest release

Stitched Stories

Inspiring tales of friendship and courage

Short story collection
4 stories
Ages 7–12
Published 2026

Every character in this book existed as a crochet toy before it existed as a story. A bunny with a bow tie. A pink dragon. A blue fish. I made them with my hands first, then I wondered who they were — and these four tales are the answer.

They're stories about the ties we make with other people, about being brave when you can't see what's ahead, and about what happens when you go somewhere no map has been.

Inside the book

1 The Ties We Make
2 Trusting the Dark
3 Uncharted Magic
4 A Net of Silence

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My first book

Joyful Journeys

A collection of kids' tales — finish the adventure your way

Short story collection
4 stories
Ages 6–11
Written at age 9

I wrote this one when I was nine, because I wanted other kids to find out how fun reading and writing can be. Each story has blanks left open in the middle — missing words, missing moments — and you fill them in as you read. The adventure ends up a little different depending on who's holding the book.

An ice cream land. A pair of friends on a very strange trip. A job at a pet store that does not go to plan. And a whole day seen through the eyes of a cat.

Inside the book

1 Ice Cream Land
2 Tulip and Topaz's Adventure
3 The Pet Store Job
4 A Day in the Life of a Cat

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Buying a book supports Seattle Angels

All the profit from both books goes to Seattle Angels, who support kids and families in foster care around Seattle. So the book is the smaller half of what you get for your money.

What readers say

Reviews from readers, teachers, and librarians.

“Beautiful stories that inspire kindness, creativity, and imagination.”

— Aryan

“A heartwarming story with beautiful illustrations. My child asked to read it again!”

— Mansi