The two prime sister goddesses stood together at the dawn of Azuria. When their hands separated from one another, the Immortal Planes emerged. Together, Pandora and Llewellyn created the eight elemental titans. Six remain.You'll find an overview of the history of Azuria here!As the world of … [Read more...] about Deities of Azuria & Eldura
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The History of Azuria
and its predecessor world, ElduraThe constant across the stories of Eldura and Azuria is the tension between unity and division.The worlds began as one and have grown more distant ever since as the planes have drifted further apart, much like the peoples who inhabit them. What is writ large … [Read more...] about The History of Azuria
Phoenix Rising, Feather & Flame Book One, Chapter 1.2
In this post, you'll find chapter one, scene two of Phoenix Rising, Feather & Flame book one. If you missed the prologue and scene one of this chapter, click the link below to read them first.Chapter One, Scene TwoA Night of FireThe Creatrix rapped the end of her wand against the wooden podium, … [Read more...] about Phoenix Rising, Feather & Flame Book One, Chapter 1.2
The Tree of Silver, Chapter 1.1
Below, we begin the second tale of the Tree of Silver, an ancient legend of the world of Eldura. And like all stories, its beginning depends upon myriad other tales. Most notably, in this case, the prologue, and the story threads we find inside.Chapter One, Scene OneThe Five of CupsErela laid out … [Read more...] about The Tree of Silver, Chapter 1.1
The Tree of Silver, Prologue
The saudad are the story-keepers of these lands. They walk the threads of fate and remember. Seeing stories as threads of a larger weave keeps their telling in perspective. The teller cannot forget that each thread depends upon the others for its meaning. Each thread connects to countless others. … [Read more...] about The Tree of Silver, Prologue
Phoenix Rising: Feather & Flame Book One, Chapter 1.1
In what follows, you'll find the prologue and the first scene of Phoenix Rising, and upcoming novel by Beth Ball. Phoenix Rising follows the story of Rowan, a druid fighting to make her own way in the world of Eldura. If you'd like to support future serialized stories—and the fantasy and folklore … [Read more...] about Phoenix Rising: Feather & Flame Book One, Chapter 1.1
The Legend of Neverune, the Divided Kingdom
For your dose of fantasy today, I bring you a legend from the ancient world, Eldura. Countless legends cross this land. They dwell beneath its stones, along its rivers, and in the very foundations of the earth. One such tale recounts the division of the ancient kingdom of Neverune, the most … [Read more...] about The Legend of Neverune, the Divided Kingdom
Advice for Attending the Carolina Renaissance Festival
A few tips to make your day easier and more fun! This year, my husband and I had the pleasure of returning to the Carolina Renaissance Festival. We made our first trip in 2019 and loved the experience—I don't know why we hadn't ever been before! Then they had to cancel the festival in 2020, so we … [Read more...] about Advice for Attending the Carolina Renaissance Festival