So many things!

So many things!

After a week full of writing and podcast news I knew I needed to share an update. It’s been a whirlwind by me– a whirlwind I’m incredibly grateful for. Here’s what you’ll find in this post: Home Is a Made-Up Place new book announcement Pushcart Prize nomination the...

Listen to That Voice

A year out from publication and I’ve just gotten the news that my memoir When She Comes Back is a Finalist in the International Book Awards and the National Indie Excellence Awards! I’m very pleased that my debut has now placed as a Finalist in this competition as...
When We Began Judging Ourselves

When We Began Judging Ourselves

I’m so excited to share that the first two episodes of my new limited series podcast THE BODY MYTH are here! A few months ago, I began surveying women about their body image experience. I asked questions like: When did you begin judging your body? What messages did...
Take Up Space

Take Up Space

I hope February is treating you well so far. This month I’m thinking about all the ways it feels good to take up space in the world: To accept our size Our bodies Where we come from What makes us happy How we choose to live To honor what we have lost What we need What...

An Honest Look Inside and Out

What I’m working on-New Podcast announcement! Did you know that 50% of American girls ages 11-13 feel they are overweight? And more than half of the women I’ve interviewed for my body survey reported feeling self-conscious about how they look more than ten times a...