After many years of other types of writing (press releases, articles, etc.), I finally am penning the mystery novels that have lurked in my subconscious since I first read Nancy Drew. So many authors inspire me: Nelson DeMille, Sue Grafton, Diane Mott Davidson … P.G. Wodehouse, Shakespeare, C.S. Lewis … George Plimpton, Frank Deford … I’d better stop because I’m distracting myself by reading about them. There are many more current authors, too, I assure you, but the list reflects who has inspired me over time.

In addition to writing, I’m a college educator and over-50 model. I help students (mostly those who are returning to school) learn why critical thinking and writing are important for their careers. I also can indulge in my love of fashion and photography. I work with incredible people and share images that are fun, creative—and reflect that women over 50 with gray hair belong in the fashion and advertising conversation.

In the second photo, I’m with a favorite horse—that’s Bella, isn’t she beautiful? She’s a quarter horse, superb in all aspects, and she’s my favorite color—palomino! Nothing better on a crisp fall day than to take Bella for a trail ride.

If I’m not writing, I’m thinking about it while trotting along on Bella, enjoying the peaceful sights and sounds of the Kettle Moraine Forest.

Thanks for reading about me, T.K. Sheffield. I’ll share more as time goes by on the Bubbles & Fiber, Backyard Model Blog—including how the blog got its name!

Take care,
Tracey