This children’s book feels like a modern-day telling of Aesop’s Fables dealing with contemporary issues and lessons. What was the idea, or spark, that first set off the need to write Welcome to the Zoo?

I started writing as a way to heal from PTSD due to my career as a registered nurse in the ICU.

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

I think the themes of acceptance and diversity. In my writings I try very hard to be inclusive and supportive of all types of situations that kids experience when growing up. Like racism or the need to come out of the closet for examples.

What experience in your life has had the biggest impact on your writing?

I would say my nursing career. Writing is a great escape from my PTSD.

Will this collection be the start of a series, or are you working on a different story?

This collection is the start of “the zoo” series of short story collections written by myself. You never know what you will find at the zoo.

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