Welcome to my author website!
I’m an Irish writer living in New England, USA. In these website pages, I chat about what gets me up in the morning (and keeps me awake at night): (a) Writing and (b) Helping others to write their stories.
A Few Tidbits …
For a close-up look at who I am and why I write, enjoy my recent essay, “Retreating from Our Known World,” published by The Wisdom Daily. Or listen to my latest podcast interview at Stories and Stanza. Lots more interviews here.
Enjoy some writers’ tips and guidelines in my free writers’ resources. Or check out my virtual and in-person creative and wellness-writing workshops.
This Summer and Fall, 2026 …
Find my latest book, Trespassers & Other Stories (set in Ireland and coastal Massachusetts)
Select Trespassers for your summer or fall book club. If you choose “Trespassers,” for your next group read, let’s set up an author visit—either in person (depending on location) or on Zoom! As a lifelong reader, I love chatting about stories and writing.
“I could actually smell the ocean while reading these stories.”
“An intriguing array of short stories, highlighting a range of Irish women, whether living in Ireland or Boston.”
Creative Writing Workshops and Free Tips for Writers
Creative Writing Classes in Personal Essay, Fiction, Short Memoir
Carefully prepared workshops from a trained teacher and widely published author. Available in North Shore of Boston, Boston and throughout New England. Virtual Classes in U.S., Ireland and Canada.
Writing for Your Wellbeing (Expressive Writing)
Virtual or in-person workshops and retreats for employee development, wellness, recovery, lunch `n learn sessions and healthcare provider groups.
Tips and Resources for Writers
Enjoy free tips on many 21st-century writing topics. These include writing with a day job; setting up and keeping a writing schedule; how to write in a coffee shop; how to write about tough topics and much more.
Ready to make your New Year’s writing resolutions? If so, I have some tips and 2026 writing resolutions for you. Read my five tips and watch the podcast video on how to launch or re-launch your writing habit.