Get to Know the Author

My name is Roxanne and I am a writer, author advocate, and community builder who has always been drawn to creativity and storytelling. I began my professional writing career as a feature writer for two weekly newspapers in my hometown of Phoenix, New York, where I learned the power of telling real stories that connect people.

At age 44, I returned to college as a non-traditional student at Syracuse University. While raising a family and working as a school bus driver, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing and Communications, graduating Magna Cum Laude. I was also honored through Syracuse University’s Writer’s Distinction Program, recognizing both my talent and dedication to the craft.

My debut novel, Catherine’s Dream: A Story of Spirit and Courage, was inspired by my grandmother’s immigration journey from Poland to America in 1921. The novel has been praised for its historical richness and uplifting message about resilience, hope, and pursuing one’s dreams, and was named a finalist for the CNY Book Awards.

Today, I am passionate about supporting writers and authors at every stage of their journey. Through mentoring, event planning, and virtual community-building, I help writers overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and navigate the often-overwhelming world of publishing and book promotion. As a partner in the Eagle Writers Alliance, my work centers on connection—linking writers to resources, to each other, and to their own sense of purpose.

I also serve on the board of the Syracuse Polish Scholarship Fund, Inc., which hosts the annual Syracuse Polish Festival and raises scholarship funds for college students of Polish descent.