Allison Alfarano is an author with a focus on both adult and children's literature, and she is also actively involved in philanthropy, particularly in supporting the American Heart Association (AHA). Writing "The Vanishing Hour (The Clockmaker's Orphan)": Co-authored with Nicholas Alfarano, this novel follows Miriam as she navigates a world where time is unraveling after her mentor's disappearance. "Hopes and Escapes: A Collection of Short Stories": An anthology exploring the themes of hope and escape through various narratives. "Valentina the Blue Vicuna" Series: She is the illustrator for this children's book series. Philanthropy Allison Alfarano actively supports the American Heart Association through her participation in fitness fundraisers. These include: Cycling: She organized a Facebook fundraiser where she pledged to bike 100 miles to raise funds to help combat heart disease and stroke. Swimming: A Facebook page titled "Allison's Big Swim!" shows her fundraising for the American Heart Association through swimming. This initiative aims to support research and community programs related to heart disease and stroke prevention.