🐶🚨 The Dog Who Went to Church is live now--plus a chance to name the dog 🐶⛪


I just hit “launch”… and this is the moment that matters most.

The Dog Who Went to Church is officially LIVE on Kickstarter—and the first 24 hours can make or break everything.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of something special, this is your chance—not just to support the book, but to be in it.

A few backers will get the chance to:

  • Name the service dog
  • Name the boy in the story

(These are limited—and once they’re gone, they’re gone.)

Every early pledge helps push this project closer to becoming a real, printed book in kids’ hands—a story about belonging, inclusion, and being seen.

Don’t wait on this one. Jump in early, grab the reward you want, and help bring this story to life.

Let’s make this happen together

  • Grab a copy (or a classroom bundle)
  • Claim limited rewards before they’re gone
  • Be part of something meaningful from the very beginning

Kickstarter campaigns gain momentum FAST at the start—so if you’ve ever wanted to support my work, this is the moment.

You can help simply by sharing the link to help me get the word out.

Friends who choose to donate can do so for as little as $1.

**I chose Kickstarter to fund the illustrations, because it is an all or nothing platform. If we don't reach the funding goal, no one is charged. If we reach the goal, I can move forward with production.

My goal represents the baseline needed to move forward with the project. The full cost of creating and delivering the book is higher than my goal. Any funds raised beyond the goal will cover illustration, printing, and delivery costs.


If you're interested in learning more about the organization that trained Shawn and the work they do, you can read more here-- 4 Paws for Ability.

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Murder Goes Flying Launch Team

If you emailed me to express interest, I will send out information soon. If you didn't email, but would like me to consider adding you to the team, there's still time. Hit reply and let me know.

I am still finishing the rewrite. It is a slow process!


Super Top Secret

I’m compiling a new anthology with eight authors, where every short story features a book club that just can’t resist a little matchmaking. We’re targeting publication in October 2026, and I hope to share the cover with you soon.

I’m especially excited to include my story, loosely inspired by a piece of my grandmother’s history. More to come—stay tuned!

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**I created a Pinterest board for each of my books. Do they capture the mood? How about this one for Murder Goes Flying? I'd love to know what you think after peeking at the board.


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