I’m a writer and teacher of writing living in Durham, NC. My novella, Bell and Bargain was released by Rose Metal Press in November 2014. My short fiction has been featured in a number of journals - you can find links to most of it under “Writing”.

I have an MFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and have taught in Chicago, South Bend, IN and in Durham. I recently led workshops at the Iowa Summer Writers' Festival.

My academic and literary interests are deeply rooted in ideas of retelling, iteration, liminality and authenticity. I also really love fairy tales and very short forms.

As well as teaching, I work as an writing coach and freelance writer. If you are interested in finding out more, email me .