I was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare neuromuscular disease, at a young age, and was given nine years to live. Now, at 25 years old, I've surpassed all expectations, and am dedicated to embodying justice, vitality, and love.

I'm a storyteller at heart, with a love of fairy tales, cosmic horror, and the stars. Currently, I am seeking representation for Waning Crescent, an adult space fantasy with #OwnVoices disability representation. Learn about my creative projects ⟶

I freelance as an editor, sensitivity reader, and Notion consultant. I have degrees in psychology and community care, and am always thinking about the intersection of disability justice and mental health advocacy. Learn about my freelance services ⟶

I live in snowy Minnesota with my parents and the cat of my heart, Rey. If I'm not writing, I'm probably

📚 reading

📺 watching TV

🎲 playing games

🤔 analyzing media

💭 indulging my imagination through ritual and art

&c. 💫

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Writer + Editor + Disability and Mental Health Advocate

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`EXPERIENCE`

✧ SMA My Way

2019 - Present

A collaboraton to support all people impacted by spinal muscular atrophy. As a patient ambassador, I work with Genentech employees to curate written and audio-visual content.

✧ BioNews Services

2017 - Present

A health, science, and research publication company serving patients with rare diseases. I have filled several roles at BioNews, including patient columnist, forums moderator, and copy editor.

✧ Monstering

2016 - 2018

In 2016, I founded Monstering, a magazine for disabled women and nonbinary people. I served as editor-in-chief until 2018, overseeing conceptual development and execution, as well as all operational departments.