For Ellen the urge to write had started long before her first book, with poems and miscellaneous writings. Her first effort was a short story named Kathleen/Catherine. To prove her dedication to the written word the story was typed out on a small portable Smith Corona typewriter, no computer screen, no spell check, no correction key or save or print key. She had gotten a response from Red Book indicating they liked her story but would prefer something more towards women’s rights.
As the years rolled by Ellen authored Kathleen/Catherine, One for the Money, and Murder by Proxy, and in a different genre CeeCee Shades of Black. A prominent New York Agent was excited about her work and was eager to guide her through the publishing process when 9/11 happened and the publishing industry and her writing went on hold.
Today once again she is looking forward to marketing her manuscripts to the public.