tales of heartbreak, humor and the human condition

Joelle writes provocative stories that are sometimes heartbreaking, often humorous, and always hopeful. Her novels explore identity and the life-changing power that comes when we have the courage to be who we truly are. She’s a former award-winning journalist and currently a nurse practitioner. Her debut novel, Infidelity Rules, has won numerous awards and was listed as a top 100 indie book of 2025. She’s regularly inspired by her patients, her travels, and the perfect hunk of cheese. A former competitive ballroom dancer and college basketball player, she enjoys disco dancing and cheering on her favorite WNBA teams. She lives in Baltimore with her husband, two cats, and her very own drawer of cheese. She’s currently writing, shimmying, or hunting for her next food-moan.