About Lynn
I’m a writer and editor with a love for storytelling that spans decades.
My journey began ages ago as a photojournalist for Cycle News, and since then, I’ve contributed to a wide range of publications, fromSunset Magazine and Highlights for Children to Chicken Soup for the Soul.
My freelance writing has allowed me to connect with diverse audiences, and I’ve been fortunate to see my work featured in various anthologies and magazines.
I also have a background in book project management and editing. I’ve worked on three cookbooks—Savor Portland, Savor Denver, and Savor Oregon—where I collaborated with talented chefs and restaurants to bring their delicious recipes and history to the public. Since I love to cook, these were fun projects to do.
Additionally, I’ve been the Contributing Author/Editor for the Gold West Country Auto Tour Guide, the Missouri River/Russell Country Auto Tour Guide, and five Montana area travel guides, helping readers discover the beauty of these regions.
As an author, I’ve penned several books, including Southwest Montana Auto Adventures, and Divorce is Not Destiny. My writing has been recognized with awards from the Montana Institute of the Arts, and I was even nominated for the Pushcart Prize for a short mystery story.
I was a writing instructor at Montana State University for eight years, working with students from the United States as well as foreign students to develop academic writing skills.
When I’m not writing or editing, I love spending time with my dogs, hanging out with my friends and family, trying new recipes, and exploring the world around me.
If you want to know more, check out My Faith Journey (below) and 10 Fun Facts About Lynn.
My Faith Journey
My faith journey began early. I attended a Christian school from first through sixth grade, navigating life as an only child. My mother, who had mental health challenges and extreme narcissism, held a tight grip on my world. Losing my father when I was just three years old left me feeling adrift, but it was during those formative years that I discovered a higher authority—one who loved me unconditionally.
Understanding the depth of that love took me decades, but the idea of it became a beacon of hope in my life. It was at that school where I accepted Jesus as my Savior, and that moment sewed the thread of consistency into the fabric of my journey. Though my faith has wavered and wandered over the years, I always found my way back to my rock—God.
Life has thrown many challenges my way: growing up with a narcissistic mother, navigating the complexities of early marriage, facing bankruptcy, enduring divorce, and grappling with the heartbreaking loss of my former husband to suicide. Yet, through these trials, I recommitted to my faith.
It often takes moments of profound hopelessness and tragedy to bring us back to God, and I reached a point where I realized that no one else could truly care for me, comfort me, or guide me like He could.
After my divorce, I spent a transformative year in Arizona, where I chose to be
baptized again as an adult to commemorate my new life. This experience ignited a passion within me to help others, leading me to become a Divorce Care facilitator and later a Stephen Ministry Leader.
My heart's desire was to extend the same comfort and hope that God had so generously given me during my darkest times.
In my journey of healing, I wrote a book titled Divorce is Not Destiny, weaving together my experiences, insights from my time as a facilitator, and research into a guide I hope will bring healing to others. It includes Comfort Verses for the Divorced Christian, which is also available as a stand-alone devotional for encouragement and support.
Through it all, I have learned that even in the midst of struggle, there is always joy to be found if you look. My faith has been my anchor, and I am grateful for the journey that has brought me closer to God and to a deeper understanding of love and resilience.