Born and raised in the vibrant city of Tulsa, Oklahoma, a young aspiring model set her sights on the bright lights and bustling streets of New York City, making the bold decision to relocate at the tender age of seventeen to pursue a career in modeling with the esteemed Wilhelmina Agency.
As she navigated the ups and downs of the competitive modeling world, she simultaneously pursued her academic interests, ultimately graduating with honors from the prestigious Cornell University, where she earned a degree in English, a testament to her dedication and intellectual curiosity.
Following her academic pursuits, she went on to hone her craft at the renowned Iowa Writers Workshop, where she had the privilege of studying creative writing under the guidance of the esteemed Frank Conroy, further refining her writing skills and laying the foundation for a successful literary career.
