The Treehouse on Dog River Road is my first novel and I loved creating the character of Hannah who is based on every fabulous woman I know who made the tough decision to quit something that did not feel right to them in order to embark on a more authentic life. Before I started writing, I worked for many years in the land conservation field developing public outdoor recreation areas and preserving forests and farmland for future generations. After raising two daughters, my husband and I moved from New Jersey to Vermont where I am still active in the environmental community by serving on the local land trust and conservation commission. One of the things we enjoy doing besides cycling, skiing, kayaking, and hiking with our dog in the Green Mountains, is building structures...check them out on my website at www.catherinedrake.com And if you'd like, follow me on Instagram @catherinedrakewrites