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I studied writing at the "School of Hard Knocks" and "University of Life" getting my degrees in "Fine Arts of Common Sense" with a minor in "Epic Ass-Handing".

Being pansexual, I enjoy writing a variety of LGBTQ characters. You’ll always find diverse ethnicities and sexual orientations, with a pinch of magic thrown in for good measure: or in other words stories about everyday people in fantastic situations.

Essentially, I read a lot to keep the voices in my head quiet. I write a lot to keep the voices alive.

When I’m not writing, I’m supporting my husband and wife, (yes, you read that right - I’m polyamorous), being caretaker of minions, (losing track of how many - it’s like they multiply), you might find me crocheting, watching Deadpool or So ...more

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Strange Tales of Scotland (Jack's Strange Tales #1)

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DNF I got 30% of the way in and couldn't hang. I rarely say this but this was incredibly boring. The entire third of the book was nearly all telling and no showing, no character development, and very little plot. It was all describing setting and back ...more
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Strange and amazing Tried this book on a recommendation and loved it. It was a little hard for me to keep up with so the details but overall I loved this book. Sometime new and strange. Will likely read more by this author!
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