About Hadvarian HeistIf you love fantasy novels with strong female protagonists, nature-based magic, adventure, intrigue, and lyrical language, then the Age of Azuria series is for you! The story is all about about the power of community versus the lure of individual freedom.I hope that if we have … [Read more...] about Hadvarian Heist: Age of Azuria Book Two by Beth Ball
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Ecofantasy: A Manifesto (but in a fun, chill way)
As I'm certain both authors and readers can attest, there are already lots of different forms of fantasy: epic/high, urban, sword & sorcery, to name a few, not to mention subgenres like paranormal romance or how often sci-fi serves as an umbrella term with fantasy nestled underneath. In what … [Read more...] about Ecofantasy: A Manifesto (but in a fun, chill way)
Elm Tree Mythology: The Wonders of the World of Trees
Mythology, Folklore, and Fiction of the Elm TreeIn this post, I cover some of my research into elm tree mythology and folklore. I also share some of my recent fiction inspired by the lore of the elm!One of my hopes for this site was that I would have a place to share interesting research and … [Read more...] about Elm Tree Mythology: The Wonders of the World of Trees
Buried Heroes: Age of Azuria Book One by Beth Ball
About Buried HeroesIf you enjoy novels with strong female protagonists, nature-based magic, adventure, intrigue, and lyrical language, this story about the power of community versus the lure of individual freedom is for you!I'm hoping that if we have similar taste in stories and story-adjacent … [Read more...] about Buried Heroes: Age of Azuria Book One by Beth Ball
Uprooted by Naomi Novik
Naomi Novik's Uprooted is an exciting and imaginative novel with a beautiful blend of magic, world-building, and nature. It’s not as often as I would like that I stay up too late reading a book, remain plagued as I try to fall asleep, and wake up the next morning with the delicious feeling of being … [Read more...] about Uprooted by Naomi Novik