Valerie Allen at Luz Del Mes Tri-Anthology

Valerie Allen

Valerie Allen, psychologist and author, writes novels, short stories, nonfiction, and children's books. She has been in private practice for many years and has taught elementary school to university level graduate students. She has served as an administrative director for various organizations. She is also co-founder of Authors for Authors which provides venues for writers to improve their skills, build their brand, network with others in the publishing industry, and market their work. She enjoys writing and is a popular speaker at mental health, educational, and author events. 
Born in New York, Valerie was raised in Florida where she and her husband enjoy fitness activities, reading, and family time with their six children, grandchildren, and all their pets. 
Website: www.ValerieAllenWriter.com - Email: VAllenWriter@gmail.com                                   

Sunshine leaps skyward
humming bees and birds take flight 

Nature's song and dance

 Valerie Allen, psicóloga y autora, escribe novelas, cuentos, no ficción y libros infantiles. Cofundadora de “Authors for Authors”, para apoyar a los escritores a mejores sus habilidades y desarrollar su marca literaria. Le gusta escribir, es una recocida orador en eventos de salud mental y educación. Nacida en Nueva York, vive en la Florida, con su esposo disfrutando de las actividades físicas, lectura y tiempo en familia con sus seis hijos, nietos y todas sus mascotas. Para conocer más ver: https://authorsforauthors.com/

Thank you all who submitted your work! 💐 

Multicultural Chain for Nature LuzDelMes Tri-Anthology is a REALITY thanks to you!

 Thank you 🌷 Gracias 🌻ευχαριστώ🌺 Arigatou gozaimasu🙏 

Projected released date DIGITAL Version: October 21st, 2019

Paperback: May 2020

        

Maritza Martínez Mejía

Mother, Author, Educator and Translator

Member: FWA, SFWA, SCBWI, Board of Advisors MCBD, Delegado ANLMI, Florida
FREE Reading Activities visit: www.luzdelmes.com

Received Crystal Apple, VCB Poetry, Latino Book Awards, Author’s Talk

Getting ready for The Poetry Marathon 2019

I had participated in the Half-Poetry Marathon 2016 and complete Poetry Marathon 2015 & 2017. The complete poetry challenge consists on writing 24 poems in 24 hours and the half-marathon on writing 12 poems in 12 hours. Every hour, you receive a prompt with images or even music to inspire you to write your poem.  It is an exciting event!

Photo cortesy: The Poetry Marathon

This phenomenal event is organized by Caitlin Jans (Thomson) and Jacob Jans, two writers and web publishers living in the Pacific Northwest. 

Based on my experience, this is how I prepare for a Poetry Marathon Challenge

1. Sleep well the night before. 

2. Join and follow Facebook Group Posts, days in advance. 

3. Check Prompt every hour and even create your own prompts

4. Work on a word document and edit before publish on the Poetry Website Event.

5. Best of all, HAVE FUN!

What to do in between hours? 

Prepare an easy meal, drink herbal tea, do yoga, listen to music or even do laundry, and the most important, don't forget to check the prompts each hour. At the end of this experience you will be proud to receive a lovely certificate.

What is you preparation?...

Be part of the Poetry Marathon Challenge - June 22nd, 2019

visit: http://thepoetrymarathon.com/

Maritza Martínez Mejía

Mother, Author, Educator and Translator

Member: FWA, SFWA, SCBWI, Board of Advisors MCBD, Delegado ANLMI Florida
FREE Reading Activities visit: www.luzdelmes.com

Received Crystal Apple, VCB Poetry, Latino Book Awards, Author’s Talk