I was born in the Bronx and grew up on Long Island where I spent most of my free time reading Teen Beat magazine and Archie comics and going to the movies. Thinking I'd one day become a professor/diplomat/world traveler, I attended Tufts University and received a degree in International Relations and Asian Studies. Instead, I followed my heart and moved to L.A., where I received an M.F.A. from USC's School of Cinematic Arts and discovered what made me happy: telling stories.
After graduating, I was selected to participate in the Sundance Institute's Screenwriters Lab with my first feature script, The Lost Tribe of Long Island. All the experiences I have had - personal, professional, creative - lead me to write You Are (Not) Small, my debut picture book. Being able to create it with my incredibly talented illustrator-husband, Christopher Weyant, has made the journey all the more rewarding.
Above all, I have my parents to thank for supporting me and for teaching me to work hard and dream big.
Me on my first birthday, or Dol, wearing my birthday hanbok (traditional Korean dress). This pic was taken moments before my 3-yr old brother took my Dapper Dan away from me.
The only thing I love more than books are animals, especially dogs. Especially rescue dogs who dream of a forever family.
We had the privilege of loving the sweetest bichpoo in the world, Hudson Kimchi Pickle Weyant. He loved music and cuddling and taught us so much about patience and unconditional love. He was also the inspiration behind Hudson and Tallulah Take Sides.
Hudson changed our lives forever and we miss him everyday.
We adopted Auggie in February of 2025. Auggie loves to fly around the living room, climb on tables, play the piano, and sing. Sometimes all in one day.