From heartfelt children’s stories to suspenseful fiction, her work offers readers memorable characters, thoughtful themes, and stories that stay with them beyond the final page.
The Guardian Angel Murder is a suspenseful mystery centered on family protection, obsession, and unexpected betrayal. Hannah Brennan Martin becomes deeply concerned when her teenage daughter, Kristen, is targeted by an obsessive former boyfriend. As the danger escalates, Hannah turns to people she believes can help, including a new friend with mob connections and a former high school flame who now works in law enforcement.
When Kristen’s stalker is murdered, Hannah and her daughter unexpectedly become suspects. The novel follows their search for truth as hidden motives, complicated relationships, and dangerous secrets emerge, raising difficult questions about loyalty, justice, and how far a parent will go.
Ships That Pass in the Night is a reflective compilation of poems and short stories written across different stages of life. The collection explores love, memory, relationships, separation, missed opportunities, and the people who leave lasting impressions even when their presence is brief. Some pieces capture the excitement of connection, while others reflect on heartbreak, personal growth, and experiences that continue to shape a person long after they have ended.
The book’s varied writings create an intimate journey through human emotion and changing relationships. It invites readers to consider the people who have passed through their own lives and the memories they left behind.
Caroline, Rosalie and Ruby is a heartfelt children’s story about friendship, serious illness, and supporting someone during a frightening experience. Caroline and Rosalie are cousins who learn that their best friend, Ruby, has a brain tumor. Faced with worry and uncertainty, they begin thinking of thoughtful ways to comfort her and help her feel less alone. The story introduces empathy, teamwork, kindness, and emotional support in a sensitive, age-appropriate manner.
It also gives children and trusted adults an opportunity to discuss illness, fear, and the importance of friendship. At its heart, the book shows how caring actions can bring comfort during challenging times.
Jessie’s Challenge is an encouraging story about determination, patience, and believing in personal abilities. Jessie faces a goal that cannot be achieved immediately, but instead of giving up, she learns that improvement comes through effort, practice, and perseverance. The story helps children understand that mistakes and setbacks are part of learning rather than reasons to stop trying.
As Jessie continues working toward her goal, young readers see how small steps can gradually lead to meaningful progress. The book promotes confidence and a positive attitude toward challenges, reminding children that success often requires patience, courage, and the willingness to continue even when something feels difficult.
Lily and the Geese is a gentle children’s story about loss, grief, compassion, and emotional healing. When Lily and her family experience a heartbreaking loss, a caring community of geese becomes part of their journey through sadness. Their support reminds Lily that difficult feelings do not have to be faced alone. Written with sensitivity, the story helps children understand that grief is natural and that comfort can come from family, friends, and unexpected places.
The book also encourages empathy by showing how kindness and companionship can help someone during a painful time. It offers families and caregivers a thoughtful way to begin conversations about loss.
Grandma with the Big Hair turns an unforgettable hairstyle into a funny and imaginative children’s adventure. Grandma’s unusually large hair becomes part of an unexpected challenge, encouraging the characters to consider different ideas and search for a creative solution. The humorous situation keeps young readers entertained while introducing lessons about patience, observation, and flexible thinking.
Children are invited to imagine how they might solve the problem and understand that there can be more than one answer to a difficult situation. With its colorful personality and playful family-centered storyline, the book shows that unusual challenges can become memorable adventures when approached with curiosity and imagination.
The Queen’s Tea is a lighthearted children’s story that encourages confidence, individuality, and self-acceptance. Through playful storytelling and colorful illustrations, the book helps young readers understand that their unique qualities are worthy of appreciation. Its gentle message reminds children that they do not need to change themselves to feel important, welcomed, or valued.
The story creates a natural opportunity for families and educators to discuss identity, kindness, positive self-esteem, and respect for differences. Entertaining while still meaningful, The Queen’s Tea encourages children to feel comfortable with who they are and to recognize the special qualities that make every person different.
Dahlia and Michael’s Accidental Adventure follows two feline siblings whose ordinary day becomes an unexpected rescue mission. When Dahlia disappears from the yard, Michael begins searching for her and discovers that she is trapped beneath a lilac bush near a neighbor’s unfriendly dog. Michael must stay calm, study the situation, and find a safe way to help his sister.
The story combines gentle suspense with a meaningful lesson about courage, responsibility, and creative problem-solving. Through the bond between Dahlia and Michael, young readers learn that difficult situations can become manageable when they think carefully, remain patient, and refuse to abandon someone who needs their help.
Violette is an encouraging children’s story about resilience, determination, and refusing to give up when a goal feels difficult to reach. As the second book in the Grandma’s Stories Series, it helps young readers understand that success may require patience, repeated effort, and confidence in their abilities.
Violette’s journey shows children that setbacks do not mean failure and that every attempt can bring them closer to what they hope to achieve. With its positive message and child-friendly storytelling, the book inspires children to face challenges bravely, continue trying, and believe that persistence can help turn their goals into reality.