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Valerie Ormond

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Valerie Ormond spent the majority of her adult life as a Naval intelligence officer. She now combines her life experiences, love of horses, and interest in writing in her second career.

Valerie’s latest novel "Believing In Horses Out West" released in October 2021. "New York Times" Bestselling Author of "Sgt. Reckless: America's War Horse," Robin Hutton, described the book as "A thrilling coming-of-age story filled with love, lessons, and finding one’s purpose in life...” The book has earned six awards including winners in the National Federation of Press Women's contest, Military Writers Society of America book awards, International Impact Book Awards, and more.

Valerie's first two books, "Believing In Horses" and "Believing In Horses, Too,"

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Valerie Ormond I found out during ancestry research that my maternal great-grandmother lived in The House of Good Shepherd in Brooklyn, NY in 1905. It has been descr…moreI found out during ancestry research that my maternal great-grandmother lived in The House of Good Shepherd in Brooklyn, NY in 1905. It has been described as "quite a scary place," and a home for girls with no families or with family problems that put them in danger. I have a fiction book plot for this book somewhere down the line with a working title of "The House of Bad Shepherd." And it won't be as dark as it sounds.(less)
Valerie Ormond I rarely experience writer's block, but when I do, I take a break. I've found getting outside and moving around for a run or a walk in a nice setting …moreI rarely experience writer's block, but when I do, I take a break. I've found getting outside and moving around for a run or a walk in a nice setting helps get the gears spinning again.(less)
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March turned out to be a lucky month for me, and I found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. The National Federation of Press Women (NFPW) informed me I’d won three awards in their 2026 At-Large Professional Contest in three different categories. I wasn’t sure why this affected me so much, […]
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“No reason to dwell on why. We all know bullies are bullies because they have their own problems they can't deal with so they take them out on others. So let's focus on how to get your hat back.”
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“But in the end, for the most part, no one wants special favors. These folks just want people like you and me to see them for the people they are, not for their diagnoses or their injuries.”
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“Sometimes it's easier to stay busy and distracted rather than think about things that make you sad.”
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Valerie Ormond Lucinda wrote: "Dear Valerie,
I would like to thank you for letting me be your friend on Goodreads, as i am not only a lover of literature but also an avid reader and equestrian enthusiast. I am looking forward t..."


Hi Lucinda - I just realized I hadn't responded to you - so sorry! I don't know how I missed the note.
To answer your question, I have not heard of Jenny Pitman, but just checked her out and am very interested. Hope to see you around, and I promise I won't be so rude again! -Valerie


Valerie Ormond Great to "meet" you, and look forward to seeing you around. :)


Elaine White Thanks for the friends request, Valerie. I hope we'll have many great discussions too. :) Happy to be the first at anything. hehe.


Valerie Ormond Jeff wrote: "Hi Valerie. Wanted to share some karma. It's nice to meet you!"

Thanks, Jeff, you, too. There really are some interesting folks out here in Goodreads land. Have a great day - in the hgih 60's and sunny here - yahoo!


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Jeff Horton Hi Valerie. Wanted to share some karma. It's nice to meet you!


Valerie Ormond Sherry wrote: "I found the information for the author program. I just had to read the microscopic print at the bottom of my home page. Thank you for telling me about it!"

You're welcome - glad you found it - you are right - not easy to find.


Sherry Ellis I found the information for the author program. I just had to read the microscopic print at the bottom of my home page. Thank you for telling me about it!


Valerie Ormond Yes, and I'm trying to figure out some glitches, for example, there are 4 reviews listed on my profile for books I haven't read ??? I concur with your thought on the helfpul nature of many in the writing community, and blogged on the same subject not long ago (http://believinginhorses.com/blog/cat...). I don't get paid for "hits;" just wanted to share. Take care.


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