Valerie Allen, Writer

09/17/2026

WORD WISE. Use with caution: eminent, imminent.

08/14/2026

Your weekend short story read, "Leisureville." Amazon.com/dp/B00MW8IM08 READ. ENJOY. SHARE!
"A couple seeking the joys of retirement begin to wonder if some of the sparkle has vanished from their golden years. A humorous story about a young woman who alters her relationship with her husband, after dealing with her parents' adjustment to their retirement years.

A couple seeking the joys of retirement begin to wonder if some of the sparkle has vanished from their golden years. A humorous story about a young woman who alters her relationship with her husband, after dealing with her parents' adjustment to their retirement years.

08/13/2026

With Amazon.com – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

08/11/2026

Just published my newest short story, "Doctor's Orders."
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"Three best friends gather at the request of Vickie, the fourth member of their group. They are shocked when she announces she will be dead soon. Astonished, they are concerned and offer their help. While being sensitive, they try to find out what Vickie is dying from. She lists her medical issues and explains the recommendations of her physician. Their discussion turns from discretion to frustration when she drops a bombshell about her imminent demise. "

07/31/2026

Time for some R & R after my annual Big Birthday Book Bash! All of my ebooks, fiction, nonfiction, and short stories were FREE. My birthday gift each year to my family, friends, fans, and all those who support and enjoy my work. See you again next t July! Now it's all over but the readin' and relaxin'. Amazon.com/author/valerieallen

06/26/2026

Your weekend short story read, "Father-Son Bonding." Amazon.com/dp/B09WTP8YZK READ. ENJOY. SHARE!
"Father-Son Bonding reveals the love and compassion built over many years which forms the bridge of caring from the past into the present."

Father-Son Bonding

05/27/2026

In May 2026 I was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Brevard Authors' Society. I appreciate this recognition by fellow authors!

05/22/2026

Your weekend short story read: "The Big Winner!" Amazon.com/dp/B0875Y7QFR READ. ENJOY. SHARE!
"A battle of wits and wills between a mother and daughter. Who's running whose life? Who turns out to be the big winner? Can it be a dead heat?"

A battle of wits and wills between a mother and daughter. Who's running whose life? Who turns out to be the big winner? Can it be a dead heat?