In my novel, MY ONE SQUARE INCH OF ALASKA, a pair of siblings (Donna and Will) escape the strictures of their 1950s industrial Ohio town, go on the adventure of a lifetime, and find the courage to embrace, and follow, their dreams. I'm so delighted that MY ONE SQUARE INCH OF ALASKA is published by Penguin Plume on January 29, 2013. Please see the book's page for reviews and media interviews (including a fun TV interview!) (First chapter available on publisher's site.)

I am also the Literary Life columnist for the Dayton Daily News, director of the Antioch Writers' Workshop in Yellow Springs, Ohio and adjunct instructor of creative writing and composition for Antioch University Midwest. For the full story of my writing journey, check the About Sharon page, and for occasional updates, see my now-and-again blog (below.)

I love to meet readers and would be delighted to meet with your book club or group, in person if possible or via video call on Skype or ooVoo. Please see Book Clubs and Groups/Contact for details. My Events provides my upcoming reading/signing schedule, and I'd love to meet you in person at a future event!

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I hope you enjoy your visit to my website... and following Donna and Will on their life-changing adventure.

With warm regards,

Sharon