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Allison Bruning

Biography

Allison Bruning has had a passion for writing since childhood. She originally hails from Marion, Ohio but lives in Marfa, Texas with her husband and their Australian Cattle Dog, Lakota Sioux.

Allison enjoys family stories, history and genealogy. Her educational background includes a BA in Theatre Arts with a minor in Anthropology acquired at Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas. Allison received National Honor Society memberships in both Theatre Arts and Communication. She was also honored her sophomore year with admission into the All American Scholars register. She holds graduate hours in Cultural Anthropology and Education. In 2007, Allison was named Who's Who Among America's Educators. She is also the recipient of the Girl Scout Silver and Gold Awards. Allison also holds a Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Full Sail University. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Education from Walden University.

Allison interests include Ohio Valley history, anthropology, travel, culture, history, camping, hiking, backpacking, spending time with her family, and genealogy.

Where to find Allison Bruning online

Twitter: @emeraldkell
Facebook: Facebook profile
Blog: http://allisonbruning.blogspot.com

Series

Children of the Shawnee by
Lies and Deceit (Children of the Shawnee: Book 2)
Price: $3.99 USD.
Calico (Children of the Shawnee: Book 1)
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Secret Heritage by
Elsa
Price: $3.99 USD.

Books

The Merge by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 309,370. Language: English. Published: July 26, 2023 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Colonial America
One spirit split into two bodies. Two lives meant to live as one. Separated after the loss of their parents they twins never see each other again. Their fates have been determined. If they can't live together then they will die. Will Chief Little Owl and Calico be able to find Rose in order to stop their destruction? Will they be able to convince her to become Shawnee?
The Case of the Missing Mummy by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 9,160. Language: English. Published: July 16, 2023 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Mystery & detective » Amateur sleuth
How does an English essay assignment lead a fifteen year old to find the infamous mummy of John Wilkes Booth?
Soldier Flip Flop by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 9,390. Language: English. Published: July 12, 2023 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Clean & wholesome
A soldier, manatee and a marine veterinarian. What do the three of them have in common? How will the manatee bring forth a beautiful relationship? Lost in their own careers, Christopher and Cami never could have imagined an injured manatee might have brought them together. Will they become a couple or will Cami's abusive ex-husband destroy all hopes and dreams of the couple finding happiness?
The Texan's Heart by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 30,050. Language: English. Published: July 6, 2023 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Short stories
David and Abigail soon begin dating only to fall deeply in love with each other. One thing leads to another and David decides to propose to Abigail. A series of obstacles stand in their way from becoming Mr. and Mrs. Castillo. Will they be able to have their dream wedding? Or will it all fall apart leaving them to live life away from each other?
Field of Grace by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 132,540. Language: English. Published: March 18, 2022 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Historical » USA, Fiction » Historical » Paranormal
Ida McIntyre doesn't know how she can ever win her father's approval until Jeremiah Miller poisons her family. Determined to prove her worth, Ida sets out to find help only to face Jeremiah's wrath. What seems to be a simple deed turns into disaster until she realizes there is hope to save not only her family but her father's approval.
Lies and Deceit (Children of the Shawnee: Book 2) by
Series: Children of the Shawnee. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 258,330. Language: English. Published: August 20, 2021 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Colonial America, Fiction » Historical » Paranormal
Their spirit is dying but their body is strong. It can’t remain that way forever. Eventually, the curse within them will destroy their bodies along with their wives and mother. Yet now the curse had turned on the brothers and Little Owl has no choice but to destroy it. How will he protect his people and save his family?
The Real Child Abuse: Do Not Touch, Do Not Hug by &
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,590. Language: English. Published: January 1, 2021 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Children’s health, Nonfiction » Psychology » Child Abuse
"DO NOT TOUCH!: The New Child Abuse" dramatizes and documents the harmful effects on today's children of the drastic change in recent years, driven by "out-of-control media hysteria", in policies regarding touch in summer camp and other youth programs.
Hoppy's Grave by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,260. Language: English. Published: November 25, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Short Stories, Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Cervids (deer, caribou, etc.)
The citizens of Mansfield, Ohio worried when one year their beloved hermit failed to make his usual appearance in the Spring. Never could they imagine the life long lesson their missing hermit would teach through his ultimate sacrifice.
Daily LIfe by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,550. Language: English. Published: November 18, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Native American, Nonfiction » History » Modern / 17th Century
Feared by settlers and natives alike, the Shawnee tribe have been misunderstood by people throughout history. Who were these conservative people? What was their daily life like? How were their villages organized? This informative book will answer these questions and more in the first volume of the We are Shawnee series.
Friday the 13th by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,820. Language: English. Published: September 22, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Social history, Nonfiction » History » History of things
Friday the 13th. That mysterious day that foretells doom and disaster for everyone alive. From biblical times to the modern era, why has this day caused such paranoia and fear? What's behind it all? Read and explore the true meaning behind the day.
Who are the Shawnee by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 4,010. Language: English. Published: September 1, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Native American, Nonfiction » Social Science » Anthropology / Cultural
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Feared by settlers and natives alike, the Shawnee tribe have been misunderstood by people throughout history. Who were these conservative people? What was their daily life like? How were their villages organized? This informative book will answer these questions and more in the first volume of the We are Shawnee series.
The Gibson Girl by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,410. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » American, Nonfiction » History » History of things
Before Barbie, the Gibson Girl epitomized female fashion and beauty of her era. She was the image every woman aspired to in Progressive America . She not only influenced fashion but changed all of American society. But, who exactly was this elusive Gibson girl?
The Lost Camper by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 9,950. Language: English. Published: August 23, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Horror, Fiction » Young adult or teen » Paranormal
Legends never lie. Tales of darkness, sorrow and death fill the dense woods of Daniel Boone National Forest. Determined to escape from her own personal hell, Kendra wanders into the woods. Lost in the wilderness, she encounters the murderous ghost of Lumberjack John. Will she escape a
Course of the Corset by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 3,750. Language: English. Published: August 11, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » Social Science » Women's studies, Nonfiction » History » History of things
Corset, the very sound of the word brings thoughts of erotica. However, the corset wasn't always a taboo piece of clothing. Women have been wearing corsets since ancient times. The corset transformed a woman's shape and popular opinions of what a woman's body should look like. Just how did we go from wearing a corset to the modern day bra?
Gifted Education by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 3,200. Language: American English. Published: July 29, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Learning styles, Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Teaching
Gifted education programs are supposed to be a safe haven for the highly intellectual student. While the idea of offering these programs are wonderful they do have their problems. So where does the problem lie with teaching the gifted and what can we do to solve it?
Father's Day: History in the Making by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 1,970. Language: English. Published: July 1, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » American, Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Fatherhood
No other day in American history is so precious to the men who raised us. But there once was a time when no one in America ever recognized the love, sacrifice and devotion our fathers give us. This is a story of how one determined woman changed the course of history in order to honor the men who love us.
Reflections by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 5,860. Language: English. Published: April 19, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Poetry » Contemporary Poetry, Poetry » Female authors
Poetry is the heart and soul of every writer that pours words onto an empty page. Allison has been writing poetry since she can remember. Each stroke of the pen, spilling emotions hidden deep within. This little book compiles some of her public poems. The patriotic, inspirational, thought-provoking, fun, historical, romantic and a number of variations and combinations along the spectrum.
Daniel Boone in Love by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 1,730. Language: English. Published: April 17, 2017 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Modern / 18th Century, Nonfiction » History » Biography
She captivated Daniel Boone's heart and kept his love close to her own. Everyone knows the tales of Daniel Boone but few know of his unyielding love and devotion to his wife, Rebecca Ann Bryan Boone. Take an intimate look into the love Daniel had for his wife.
Haym Solomon: The Jew Behind the Revolutionary Money by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,030. Language: English. Published: November 26, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Revolutionary, Nonfiction » History » Jewish
There are a few unspoken heroes of the American Revolutionary War that made it possible for the creation of the United States. Haym Solomon is one of these men. Haym provided the financial means for a young United States to survive when all hope seemed lost.
Sequoyah: The Man Behind the Legend by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,150. Language: English. Published: November 8, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Native American, Nonfiction » History » American
Sequoyah. His name is infamous for creating the Cherokee written language. But who is the man behind the legend? Dive into the past of an amazing man who persevered to live a life beyond his disability and difficulties.
The Legacy by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 5,590. Language: English. Published: November 2, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Christian » Short stories, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
James didn't think much about his family's legacy in Marion, Ohio. A wild college student, all James wants to do is party hard on his twenty-first birthday. Never could he imagine how a trip with his father to a secluded farmer's field would drastically change the course of his life.
Who is the Real John Wilkes Booth? by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,770. Language: English. Published: October 29, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Nonfiction » True Crime » Assassinations & Conspiracies, Nonfiction » History » Modern / 19th Century
John Wilkes Booth murdered Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre and was killed in Garrett's Barn, Virginia by Sergeant Boston Corbett. But what if the body wasn't John Wilkes Booth? Nate Orlowek believes the body in the barn that day may not have been John Wilkes Booth. So who was the man in the barn that day?
Calico (Children of the Shawnee: Book 1) by
Series: Children of the Shawnee. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 167,190. Language: English. Published: October 23, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » American, Fiction » Romance » Paranormal » General
Calico is a page turning adventure that takes you deep into the heart of the Shawnee culture, rarely seen by outsiders. Readers can't get enough of this paranormal historical romance. Allison Bruning's first novel is captivating and full of literary delights that will leave you breathless.
The Lady of Wild Rose Pass by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 8,190. Language: English. Published: October 8, 2016 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Hispanic & Latino, Fiction » Horror » Ghost
Legends tell of her suffering and determination to escape from her eternal imprisonment. Deep in the heart of the Big Bend Country of Texas lies the mysterious Wild Rose Pass. Dalton Hernandez knows better than to cross the dangerous pass under the full moon but he has no choice. Will he and Tasha ever survive their encounter with the distraught and desperate spirit?
Elsa by
Series: The Secret Heritage, Book 1. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 110,550. Language: English. Published: October 2, 2013 by Crimson Sparrow. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » 20th Century, Fiction » Historical » USA
Lost in a society that doesn’t understand Franklin or why she would ever choose to be with a man who has Asperger's Syndrome, Elsa comes face to face with death, destruction, and misfortune as she tries to clear his name so they can wed. With each step towards progress Elsa falls two steps behind. One simple task shifts her entire life towards a direction she could have never imagined.

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