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Rachel Valencourt is a mother, speaker, and social innovator. She is a former travel professional, and an OG Mom blogger, who draws inspirations from her outlandish family and extensive world travels, Rachel’s experiences have culminated in her debut novel, “Every Night has a Dawn,” which was a finalist for Best New Debut in the American Writing Awards in 2023.

Rachel grew up in Southern California and studied journalism at California State University. She has traveled extensively through several countries and has lived in England and Australia. She currently calls San Diego home, where she resides with her British husband and two amazing teenage daughters.

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Dream Chasers

Happy Friday, everyone! As we wrap up another week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the projects and dreams we’ve been shelving for “someday.” You know the ones I’m talking about—the novel you’ve wanted to write, the painting you’ve envisioned, the business idea that’s been simmering in the back of your mind. Today, I’m…
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From Fabumom to Award Finalist: My Author Journey Continues

Hello, Fabulous Readers! Today, I’m beyond thrilled to share a milestone that marks a new chapter in my life – the release of my very first audiobook, “Every Night Has A Dawn”. But let’s rewind a bit. Remember back in 2010 when I started the Fabumom blog? It was a small space on the internet…
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Dream Chasers

Life has a curious way of playing out. This weekend my Father was inducted into the Arm Wrestling Hall of Fame. He found a way to balance chasing his dreams with family life while my Mother was always there to cheer us on. Five years ago I began the journey of completing ‘Every Night Has…
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A Year of Words and Pushing Boundaries: My Journey Beyond My Comfort Zone

As I sit down to reflect on the past year, I realize that 2023 wasn’t just another page on the calendar; it was an entire chapter in my personal literary journey. This was the year when I conquered procrastination, put pen to paper (or rather, fingers to keyboard), and published my first novel. Completing that…
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A New Year Message

As we say goodbye to 2023, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the wonderful readers who made this year truly special. A sincere shoutout to those who came to my book signings, bought my book or engaged with me on social media– family, writing community, and friends – you’ve been the backbone of…

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Hello and thank you for visiting my blog. I’m Rachel, a travel-loving writer from San Diego. I’m currently immersed in writing my ‘Winds of Change’ trilogy. When I’m not writing, I love exploring other countries and have lived in Australia and the UK. I’m in the midst of raising two amazing teenage daughters (heaven help me) with my charming British hubby (I highly recommend picking one up). I enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling. I’ve been told my passion for travel and my family shines through in my writing. I can often be found chasing sunsets on the beach or rollerblading on the boardwalk with my minis. Follow me on this exciting journey as I publish my first Novel.

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