Author of Southwest Contemporary Fantasy books set in New Mexico. First book in "Rio Grande Paralax" series (The Tower of Il Serrohe) was a finalist in the New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards, science fiction/fantasy category. Retired from 39 years of teaching high school English, speech, and drama. Won a number of teaching awards such as NEA-New Mexico Excellence in Education and NEA-New Mexico Hall of Fame. Currently enjoys music playing the hammered dulcimer, volunteering for a motorcycle club, and 4Wheeling on wilderness trails.