Q: What is The Plentiful about?

A: The Plentiful is a novel about endurance, silence, and the journey home — rooted in themes of survival, self-discovery, and transformation.

Q: Is The Plentiful based on a true story?

A: While fictional, The Plentiful draws deeply from personal experience — blurring the line between memory and imagination.

Q: Who is John Valadez?

A: John Valadez is a writer and storyteller based in South Jersey. He holds a degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania and writes fiction and poetry inspired by lived experience.

Q: How can I contact the author?

A: You can reach John Valadez via the Contact page for inquiries, collaborations, or feedback.

Q: Where can I read more of his work?

A: Excerpts from The Plentiful and other poems have appeared in literary journals such as Peregrine. Read a featured excerpt from The Plentiful here. More samples will be posted as publication approaches.

Q: When will The Plentiful be published?

A: The Plentiful is currently under consideration by several publishers. Updates will be shared on this website as soon as release information becomes available.

Q: Is John available for readings or interviews?

A: Yes. For inquiries regarding readings, interviews, or collaborations, please use the Contact page to get in touch.