About

I’m originally from southern California, growing up just a couple miles from the beach. Shortly after graduating from university, I traveled to Loei, Thailand for two years to volunteer as an English teacher with the U.S. Peace Corps. Not long after returning to California, I packed up my belongings and have lived in Switzerland ever since. I work as a freelancer in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry and write fiction, non-fiction, flash fiction, short stories, poetry…and everything in-between…every chance I get.

I’m extremely honored that my first book “Swisstory: The Untold, Bloody, and Absolutely Real History of Switzerland” won the 2020 SCBWI Crystal Kite Award.

“50 Amazing Swiss Women: True Stories You Should Know About” was a collaboration with four talented authors and one incredible illustrator. It was released on 7 February 2021 to coincide with the 50-year anniversary of Swiss women’s right to vote.

“50 Amazing Swiss Immigrants: True Stories You Should Know About” was also a collaboration and came next. It was released in September 2023.

The final book in the series, “50 Amazing Young Swiss: Fearless Dreamers” will be published on 27 August 2026 and we could not be more excited!

In between all of the above (and during a historic pandemic), I had the pleasure of co-authoring four picture books titled A Monster’s Guide to Life…In a Pandemic with Katie Hayoz. The books feature adorable little monsters learning the importance of hygiene, physical distancing, and especially patience during unprecedented times.

Finally, I’m very proud to say that I’m represented by Gaby Cabezut of The Seymour Agency and that more books are on the way!