| I was born in Mason City, Iowa, and grew up in a large family of seven children, two parents, and one bathroom. When I was young I kept a diary (see below) but I never considered becoming a writer until I had four children of my own |
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| My first book took me two years to write. I juggled writing with my work as a middle-school Spanish teacher, my kids' soccer games, and lots of family get-togethers. |
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| Other facts about me: |
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When I was little, I loved cats. |
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I can’t swim (all those years of lessons wasted). |
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I’ve been in a writer’s group for more than five years. |
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I’m still an Iowa Hawkeye fan even though I’ve lived in Minnesota for 20 years. |
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I’ve never eaten sushi. |
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Favorite book? To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee |
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Favorite old movie? "Harvey," with Jimmy Stewart. Favorite line from that movie: “In this world, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant. Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant.” |
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