once upon a time….

Catherine Hapka has been reading and writing stories for as long as she can remember. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in English and Communications, she moved to New York City and landed a job in children’s publishing.

Six years as an editor taught her a lot about creating books for kids. She started freelancing on the side and eventually went full-time, ghostwriting for popular series of the day including The Saddle Club, Nancy Drew, and Sweet Valley Twins as well as publishing under her own and several pen names.

Eventually she moved back to Chester County, PA where she cares for a small herd of horses and goats, a small flock of chickens, and a large clowder of cats. When not writing or reading, she enjoys horseback riding, gardening, travel, and music.