About Me


Hi, I’m Lane.

Growing up, I wanted to be Miss America, a criminal lawyer, a supermodel, the President, a Bond girl, a brain surgeon, a journalist, a backup singer for Duran Duran, and a college professor of Medieval Literature. In order to fulfill those dreams, I became a writer.

I write:

  • Heart-centered Romance (as Nicole Lane)
  • Cozy Mysteries & Paranormal Adventures
  • Non-fiction on dementia caregiving
  • Early-reader picture books I illustrate

My caregiving work comes from personal experience, and I love speaking to audiences about what I’ve learned with honesty and humor. You’ll also find me sharing snapshots of daily life, books I love, and writing musings on social media.

I live in Texas with my family and a steady rotation of ideas in my head.

You can follow me on social media, especially TikTok (@theoutsidelane), to stay updated on my latest projects and musings. DMs are open, so come say hi!