EDUCATION
Bachelor
of Science. Brigham Young University-Idaho. Rexburg, Idaho. April 2016
• University Studies
• English Minor
• Communications Management Cluster
• Entrepreneurship Cluster
Associate's
Degree of Science and Humanities. Ricks College. Rexburg, Idaho. 1990
WORK
EXPERIENCE
Freelance
Author. Atlantic Publishing. Ocala, Florida. 2016-Current
• Researched, cited, and wrote
historical biography, The Story of Andrew Jackson
Freelance
Writer. Interact Media, Chardon, Ohio. 2012-2014
• Exclusive contract writer for
Traumeel, The Wheel Woolie Company, and 98togo.com
• Researched, wrote, and compiled
specialized articles for eBook
• Researched articles on assigned
topics including communications, technology, health and wellness, retail,
automotive care
Freelance
Writer. Miscellaneous clients. 1998-2014
Editor.
Desert Breeze Publishing. Castaic, CA. 2010-2013
• Content Editor for multiple projects
in a variety of genres
• Managed authors to improve story
plot, character, point of view, and voice
Editor.
Solstice Publishing. Farmington, MS. 2010-2011
• Content Editor for book manuscripts
in the romance and inspirational genres
Editor.
Romance Junkies. Superior, AZ. 2010-2011
• Managed and edited book reviews for
company website
Editor.
Hearts on Fire Books. 2009-2010
Author.
Indie. Sharpsburg, GA. 2014-2016
• Published historical romance, Proper
Attire
• Achieved an Amazon.com Bestseller
status
Author.
Desert Breeze Publishing. Castaic, CA. 2010-2016
• Published historical, contemporary,
and paranormal romances including The Privateer, By Heart and Compass, Death
Cheater, and Cheated
Author.
Whimsical Publications. Florida. 2010-2016
• Published company bestseller Regency,
Josette
Author.
Willow Moon Publishing. WillowMoonPublishing.com. 2010-2016
• Published poetry chapbook, Southern Girl,
Yankee Roots
Author.
Awe-struck Publishing. 2008
• Published contemporary romance,
Turtle Soup
Writer/Reviewer.
Bookideas.com. 1998-2000
• Wrote reviews for bestsellers
• Edited submissions for publication
Writer/Reviewer.
Family Wonder. 1998-2000
• Summarized, reviewed, and rated
videos from Children's networks as assigned
SKILLS
Social
Media · Blogging · Promotion · Word · Publisher · Excel · PowerPoint · Adobe
eBooks· Newsletters · Brochures · Research · Writing · Editing · Formatting ·
Creative
VOLUNTEER
EXPERIENCE
The
Whitney Awards. Judge. 2016
Reviews
for Education. Project Coordinator. 2015
Swansbrough
Manor. Actor/Player/Staff. 2009-2014
New
Voices Writing Contest. Co-Chair. 2009
EPIC
eBook Competition. Judge. 2009-2010
AWARDS
AND HONORS
BTS
eMag Nomination. The Red Carpet Awards. Josette. 2014
Ariana
eBook Cover Art Awards Nomination. Death Cheater. 2013
Whitney
Award Nomination. Josette. 2010
Whitney
Award Nomination. By Heart and Compass. 2010
Preditors
and Editors Best Book Poll; 2nd place. By Heart and Compass. 2010
Classic
Romance Revival Work-in-Progress Winner. By Heart and Compass. 2009
Awe-Struck
Publishing Short Novel Contest Winner. Turtle Soup. 2008
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
What is one of your strengths?
I'm
dependable and understand the concept of a deadline. Being a published author
means I know how to take constructive criticism, apply it to make something
good better, and do so in a timely manner. When I make a commitment to complete
a project, I make sure it's on time and the best possible quality work.
Name one weakness you have to confront
as a writer.
I
feel organization is important, so I get frustrated with others and myself when
files get lost, deadlines are missed, or there is no accountability. It can be tempting to give up on someone who doesn't come through. One way I handle this is by trying to have a backup plan for
delegated assignments.
What are some of your future
goals?
I
plan to continue writing historical and contemporary fiction with a goal of two
releases per year. I am also looking forward to more young adult non-fiction releases which require a great deal of research but make me a better writer. Growing my blog to help other writers and connect with readers is also important to me.
