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
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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
Tarot for Creatives
Tarot first started several hundred years ago, in the 14th or 15th century. The cards are based on archetypes, and we interpret them through our intuition. Whether we're assessing the story we're telling ourselves about our lives or creating a story for others to enjoy, both of these elements are … [Read more...] about Tarot for Creatives
Leaning into Ritual
Fostering creativity in a time of uncertaintyThe thing that can open the portal to creativity again is ritual."Mark McGuinness, on The Creative Penn PodcastInto the UnknownWhen talking about the discovery part of the writing process, especially for something lengthy like a novel, many writers turn … [Read more...] about Leaning into Ritual
Welcome to Fantasy Afield
Fantasy Afield is a place where nature and fantasy meet,and where we find beauty and magic in the everyday.Fantasy + NatureFantasy Afield is dedicated to a love of literature and worlds of fantasy. This is also a space for celebrating the natural world and the profound sense of connection and … [Read more...] about Welcome to Fantasy Afield
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