I was nicknamed Allynn when only a couple of weeks old, according to my father. I've grown up square dancing, hunting, and writing. I am an award winning author of science fiction/fantasy books.

With my husband of almost 43 years, Bob, I teach square and round dancing. I cue rounds to augment his calling squares. We dance or lead dances five to six times a week. I am the chair of the Partner Committee at CALLERLAB, the international square dance callers association. I have hunted big game with my family and friends since I was fourteen. I own my publishing company, TimberDark Publishing, LLC and will be publishing my fourth science fiction/fantasy book in 2022.