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I’m an award-winning writer and naturalist based in Teton Valley, Idaho and Ojai, CA.

Weaving together emotion, science, and mythology into realistic animal fiction, my unique stories are told from the point of view of animals to let readers ”see” through the eyes of wild birds and animals. The result is both entertaining and inspiring!

As a Master Naturalist, I work to protect wildlife and educate people about the natural world. I had a successful 35-year career in environmental health, where I founded Green Futures Unlimited and taught at the University of California- San Diego.

I am donating profits from the sale of my books to organizations dedicated to protecting birds and nature.

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UPLIFT chosen as “Best of 2025” by BlueInk Reviews

Honored to be selected as BlueInk Reviews Best of 2025! Uplift is a multiple award-winning book told entirely through the eyes of wild birds and other nonhumans, and has been compared to Watership Down and similar stories for its realistic animal narrators. As an author, I felt it was time we give other intelligent, sentient beings a voice!🦉🐘🐬

Happy holiday reading and Peace on earth. ☺️

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