Winona holds a bachelor's degree in English Literature and French Language with a focus on Folklore, a master's degree in Library Science, and studied classical ballet most of her life. She was raised by a '90s Enya mom who always made sure to bring her to the library, and a grandmother who taught her about divination and saints. Presently, Winona spends most of her time writing, curating a vast collection of vintage Fabio paperbacks, and whispering names to the river in her backyard when she's annoyed. She lives in a small cabin in the woods with her artist husband and two children.