Things Just Work Out: Short Stories On A Long Road Hardcover – January 15, 2026

'Things Just Work Out' is the heartfelt and honest memoir of Tom Allison, whose life spans more than eighty years of change, challenge, and discovery. Born in 1940 in Marietta, Georgia, Tom grew up in the American South during World War II. He remembers a childhood shaped by rationing, hard work, and the warmth of small-town life, learning early the value of perseverance, friendship, and community. School brought lessons beyond academics. Tom struggled with reading but thrived in sports, building lasting friendships that taught him resilience and loyalty. Early jobs at a movie theater and a family drugstore instilled in him the dignity of work and the importance of knowing his own worth. Music became a defining passion, opening doors to new experiences and providing purpose throughout his life. As a husband, father, and professional, Tom built a life rooted in care, integrity, and family. He and his wife, Irma, raised two children, fostering independence and ambition, while he pursued a successful career in pharmacy, eventually owning his own store. Even in later life, he embraced new challenges, learning the bass fiddle and performing with local bands, proving that growth and joy have no age limit. Full of humor, wisdom, and gratitude, 'Things Just Work Out' celebrates resilience, love, and the courage to keep learning, showing that life’s meaning comes from connection, perseverance, and a willingness to embrace each new opportunity. Read more