WORDS + DESIGN + DRUMS
is telling stories
is telling stories
about me
WORDS + DESIGN + DRUMS
Words
Winner in Kids’ Choice Contest ’22. WriteMentor Flash Fiction Shortlist ’22. Michelle Begley Program Mentee ’24 and ’23. Member of the Story Grid Guild since 2020 and SCBWI PAL since 2010.
I am a queer, neurodivergent author inspired by Tom Lichtenheld and Kaz Windness. I write picture books, early readers, graphic novels, and middle grade novels that explore nonbinary identity, math anxiety, and climate crises.
I also blog about how to write books for kids, and about UX design.
Design
Brand and UX/UI designer, marketing consultant, user researcher at OddBird. A Certified Object-Oriented UX (OOUX) strategist and mentor.
When I’m not writing kidlit, I work at OddBird web design and development agency. Since 2014, I’ve been the lead brand and user experience/interface designer – as well as a marketing expert, usability tester, and object-oriented UX strategist.
Drums
Drummer and vocalist performing soundscapes and poetry in Teacup Gorilla, a dark indie-rock band.
Since 2012, I’ve been touring, performing, and generally rocking out with Teacup Gorilla. Check out our award-winning music video of Just Like That, for a sneak peek and a very life-like robot.
design
DIGITAL • PRINT
words
Kid Lit • UX Design
let’s chat
If you’d like to chat about writing projects or illustrations, I’d love to hear from you. Please fill out the form below. If you’re looking for UX/UI or web design, please get in touch with me at OddBird.