A long-time believer in the power of story to change lives, Amy's diverse writing career includes nearly three decades of a variety of publications. Her award-winning works are praised by reviewers for the way they both poetically and accurately portray real life hardship and hope.

When she's not writing, Amy is an RN and loves doting on her husband, three young adult sons, and her black lab Cash (who inspires Jayko in her cozy mysteries!) at their home in central Indiana. If there's leftover time after that, she enjoys DIY projects and long hikes in the woods.