About Ruth
On Writing
I write to better understand the world around me. I expand on ideas through research and informed opinions, as well as through my intuition and discussions with colleagues.
I believe it's our job as writers to produce the most accurate account of what we know while remaining open to learning things we never knew, we never knew.
There is a great responsibility in storytelling, and I aim to tell my story well.
On Community
As a writer, mother, daughter, wife, and deep thinker, I understand the importance of sharing our stories. Reading other people's stories grows empathy by walking in the footsteps of a stranger.
We don't have to compare our story to someone else's; every experience is uniquely ours, and no matter where we've been, we deserve someone by our side who loves us unconditionally.
Chasing Rainbows
I began writing as a little girl, when I first knew what a story was and learned the framework of writing. Then life taught me that in order to live, I must write.
My life experience feeds into the themes I write about. I don't believe writers should have to fit into boxes or follow the norm of past authors and publishers. Everybody has a story to tell.
I encourage myself and other writers to imagine where our stories can take readers if only we are brave enough to set them free into the world. Let's explore our stories together.
Always chase your rainbows--mine have led me across the world and back, never knowing what might be around the next river bend.