photograph by Lacey Sexson
My Experience
I may have taken a convoluted path to writing and publishing, but now that I have, I can’t believe I didn’t do this sooner because I’m having so much fun!
After earning a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Illinois, I went to work for a large chemical company and spent twenty-five years engaged in research and intellectual capital management, achieving the level of Sr. Director. In 2009, I left the industrial job to pursue other interests, particularly writing and teaching.
In 2012, I earned a master’s degree in English from the University of West Florida (UWF), and I’ve been writing fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry ever since. I teach online classes in chemistry as an Adjunct Instructor at UWF.
When I’m not writing or teaching, I like to do artwork. For five years, I was a member of Quayside Art Gallery in Pensacola. In 2019, my husband and I moved to New Mexico. I am now a member of The Gallery ABQ, 8210 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Gallery ABQ is a member-owned gallery of local artists, who sell fine art in many forms, including paintings in many media, ceramics, photography, glass, jewelry, and more. You can find me there during First Friday ARTScrawl events (see my Events page) or a couple of time during the month working 11–4.
N. J. Schrock 
I am so excited to have found Incense Rising. I knew how much you loved writing because whether you have noticed it yourself or not, I swear to God you are giddy when you teach English. I cannot wait to read your book.
I hope you find a place like Pot Roast & Pinot in New Mexico! ❤
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Thanks, Kassidy! I haven’t found a place quite like PR&P yet, but I’ll keep looking. I’d love to hear what you’re doing. I’m on Facebook and Twitter: @NJSchrock1.
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