The Three Lives of Mary Sutton
novel · First published 2026
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Allyson Johnson is a native Californian who studied English literature at Stanford University. She worked briefly as a high school teacher and later in sales and marketing for technology companies before becoming a full-time writer. She has written a monthly op-ed column and worked as a freelance stringer for the Los Altos Town Crier, while also maintaining a travel and commentary blog. She resides in Los Altos, California.
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- Fox Spirit
novel · 2023
- The Three Lives of Mary Sutton
novel · 2026
Frequently asked questions about Allyson Johnson
Who is Allyson Johnson?
Allyson Johnson is a California author and writer whose work includes fiction, personal essays, travel writing, and local commentary through her site, Pieces of My Mind.
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What did Allyson Johnson do before becoming a full-time writer?
She studied English literature at Stanford University, taught high school, and later worked in sales and marketing for technology companies.
Why did Allyson Johnson leave the technology industry?
She decided to leave her day job after reflecting on how she wanted to use her health and energy, choosing to focus more on writing, travel, friends, and family.
Where is Allyson Johnson from?
Johnson spent part of her childhood in East Texas before moving to Los Altos, California; her writing frequently draws on life in the San Francisco Peninsula and she is described as a longtime Los Altos resident.
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What role has Allyson Johnson played in Los Altos journalism?
After her first submission to the Los Altos Town Crier was accepted, she became a regular contributor and has maintained a long-running body of local opinion and personal columns.
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