Valerie D. Wade, author of Ivy Lee’s Rue, is a lifelong resident of Michigan; born in Detroit and raised in Highland Park. She is a Research Administrator, alumna of Wayne State University, published poet, literacy tutor, and animal lover. Her love of writing began in her teen years. She enjoys gardening, spending time with her adult children and grandchildren, and plans to continue her dream of learning to play drums.

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Genres published in:

• Poetry

• Short Stories & Anthologies

• Women's Fiction