Lorrie Parise, author of the nonfiction book, Biography of an Everyday Couple, has garnered five-star ratings from both Reader’s Favorite® and Writer’s Digest. Having accumulated more than 25 years of experience in marketing, public relations, and community relations, Lorrie presently serves as the Director of Public Relations and Community Relations, Houston Region, including The Woodlands, for Howard Hughes.
Parise’s educational background includes a Master of Arts degree in English-Communications from St. Mary’s University and a BA degree in Communication Studies from the University of St. Thomas, both within her home state of Texas. Lorrie has received numerous accolades including the 2023 STAR Award for Marketing Professional of the Year from the Texas Association of Builders and the 2017 “Outstanding Involvement in Supporting the Community,” Viva! Award from the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce Houston-The Woodlands-Gulf Coast Chapter.
Biography of an Everyday Couple focuses on the lives of her parents, Alice and Fidel Flores, individuals who embodied the essence of ordinary, everyday people yet were extraordinary. The nonfiction story captures both a touching love story and the heartfelt influence this unassuming couple wielded on those around them.
The story of individuals like her mom and dad serves as a reminder that greatness isn’t solely reserved for the famous or the highly accomplished. Everyday actions, kindness and connections can leave a significant impact on others, demonstrating that even the simplest gestures can create profound effects. The impact ordinary people have on the world is often underestimated. It’s important to recognize and celebrate the unsung heroes in our midst, who quietly but consistently contribute to making the world a better place.
Beyond her career and literary pursuits, Lorrie Parise is a musician, songwriter, and singer. She even contributes her own songs to the narrative.
Actively involved in the community, Lorrie serves on the Board of Directors for the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber, The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra and is a 2019 graduate of Leadership Montgomery County. Lorrie hails from a lineage deeply rooted in Texas. She lives in Montgomery County where her three children and three grandchildren also reside.
Biography of an Everyday Couple is available on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle edition.
"The impact ordinary people have on the world is often underestimated."