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I am a literary creative and independent educator, driven to express with elegance and excellence in all available media and teach secrets that everyone should know. I work in fluffy surfaces and profound depths, plus the realms between where meaning can be cultivated. I have been called a literary firecracker, a creative force, and the most inspiring person in the room. As an action-oriented innovator and guide, I seek to galvanize energy by activating both intellectual insight and emotional wisdom. My top strengths, according to the VIA Strengths Finder (what are yours?) are Creativity, Curiosity, and Critical Thinking. I owe my creative and collaborative outpouring to my “Generous Muse.” Here are my books. Here’s more about me.

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