Diane spent a decade as Senior Editor and Content Manager at CollegiateParent, where she developed an extensive library of print and digital resources for college students and families on topics such as the college search and application process, campus life, academic success, career prep, and health and wellness. Diane oversaw CollegiateParent’s twice-weekly newsletter, edited and contributed to the CollegiateParent Magazine, created e-books for students and parents, and collaborated with dozens of colleges and universities on their parent and family orientation materials.

Diane has degrees from Amherst College and the University of Chicago and worked in the alumni/development office of her alma mater as well as for her local K–12 school district. During an earlier phase of her literary career, she wrote 40+ young adult novels, including dozens for the Sweet Valley High series.