Frequently Asked Questions
What Did you study in College?
I earned a double degree in English Literature and German from Oklahoma State University in Decemeber 2019. I also graduated with an honors college degree.
What is National Novel Writing Month?
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is an international competition where individuals challenge themseleves to write a 50,000 word novel in the 30 days that comprise November. There are local write-in’s, pep talks by famous authors, and an entire community to turn to. It’s a phenomenal organization and one that I support fully!
What is your actual job?
I was recently promoted to a communication specialist for Oklahoma State’s College of Arts and Sciences. My job focuses on social media and communication with current students and alumni. I also help with recruitment efforts and serve as a liason between departments and the Outreach team.
Why MRC?
When I first started writing and publishing them online I was in middle school and needed a penname to publish under. I decided to take the names of three of my favorite heroines at the time to form my penname that ultimate led to the creation of Max-Rose-Clary, Max from Maximum Ride, Rose from Vampire Academy, and Clary from the Mortal Instruments. The name served me well, but I eventually decided to shorten it to just MRC.
How long have you been writing?
I have been writing all my life… literally. I recently found stories that I had writen before I could actually spell, so everything is just phenetically spelled. Apparently I loved telling the stories of Action Chicken and Action Duck back in preschool. I started writing consistently in 8th grade but it wasn’t until high school that it became my true passion.