That second distinction has led her career and her personal relationships to focus on the writers and illustrators of that literature. As a teacher, she tries to inspire each student to be the best of self as a teacher and a mentor. Nancy founded Utah Valley University’s Forum on Engaged Reading, for which she envisioned and co-chairs the annual conference, retreat, and festival called “For the Love of Reading.” Nancy resides in Utah, 15 minutes down the mountain from the Sundance Ski resort.