About

Hi, I'm Jolene.

I'm a nurse, writer, and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with a lifelong fascination for the stories people carry—both the ones they share and the ones they keep to themselves.

That curiosity shapes everything I write. From emotional wellness and psychology to immersive fiction, children's books, and thoughtful journals, every project begins with the same question:

What helps us better understand ourselves and each other?

Some books are created to comfort. Some to challenge. Some to spark curiosity or simply provide a quiet place to pause. Whether you're exploring criminal psychology, rediscovering yourself after burnout, escaping into a new world, or reading with your child at bedtime, my hope is that every page leaves you with something meaningful.

When I'm not writing, you'll usually find me surrounded by books, notebooks filled with ideas, and a cup of tea that's gone cold because I got distracted by a new story.

Thank you for visiting and for supporting independent authors. I'm grateful you're here.

📚 Favorite place: A quiet bookstore on a rainy afternoon

☕ Favorite writing companion: A cup of tea

📝 Currently writing: The next story

💛 Belief: Small moments can change a life