Shannon discovered her storytelling abilities—and the power of a great tale—quite by accident: The promise of a quick but riveting story was an easy way to keep her students on task!

Now, she’s passionate about writing middle-grade science fiction that entertains and covertly encourages the development of essential human skills (such as creativity, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical thinking).

Shannon lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, two sons, and several furry feline coworkers.