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I am a university graduate with a BA in Anthropology, and both a Masters and a PhD in Philosophy. I have a specialization in mythic studies, especially dragon mythology, and in archaeology and anthropology. I have taught classes in mythic studies and ethics, among which were Blessings of Bragi: An Introduction to Myth and Legend, and a pair of classes (The Mythic Feminine, The Mythic Masculine) which focused on the Heroine’s Journey and the Hero’s Journey respectively.

From a young age, I was attracted to the spiritual. My paternal grandmother taught me the value of openness, and being myself. She'd managed to synthesise a spirituality from the Native American beliefs her own great-grandmother passed on, and the Methodist faith of the majori I am a university graduate with a BA in Anthropology, and both a Masters and a PhD in Philosophy. I have a specialization in mythic studies, especially dragon mythology, and in archaeology and anthropology. I have taught classes in mythic studies and ethics, among which were Blessings of Bragi: An Introduction to Myth and Legend, and a pair of classes (The Mythic Feminine, The Mythic Masculine) which focused on the Heroine’s Journey and the Hero’s Journey respectively.

From a young age, I was attracted to the spiritual. My paternal grandmother taught me the value of openness, and being myself. She'd managed to synthesise a spirituality from the Native American beliefs her own great-grandmother passed on, and the Methodist faith of the majority of her family. I went further afield than that. My beliefs are a blend of Rokkatru and Druidry. I do Oracular consulting. I have practised Reiki and EFT.

I have been an avid, albeit shy, writer of both poetry and creative fiction for over two decades. I am a published author, with several books to my name (Dragonlore, as Ash DeKirk, Evalyce Worldshaper 1-3 and Evalyce Obsidian Alcatraz under J Aislynn d'Merricksson), and one co-authorship (The Wizard’s Bestiary, as Ash DeKirk).

I am currently working on another story set in the world of Evalyce, and an art print book centred around my poem 'No Price'. I would eventually like to compile the type of book of world mythology that I’ve always wanted.

I live in beautiful California, with my sister, brother-in-law, five adorable kitties, and a service Labradoodle. I currently do freelance art, and offer life/ self-help coaching and mindfulness training. I also do professional book reviewing.

Some of my favourite things include: books, creating art, Star Trek (any and all), Sherlock Holmes (any and all), Jurassic Park/ World, and orchestral movie and game music.

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	Mother of Wolves (Evalyce Worldshaper, #1) 4.21 avg rating — 39 ratings — published 2015 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lady of Wolves (Evalyce Worldshaper, #2) 4.13 avg rating — 15 ratings — published 2015 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Empress of Wolves (Evalyce Worldshaper, #3) 4.09 avg rating — 11 ratings — published 2016 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Obsidian Alcatraz (Evalyce Worldshaper, #1.5) 3.56 avg rating — 9 ratings — published 2015 — 15 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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“If death, mused the great thinker Dr. Samuel Johnson, is merely a gateway on the path from life into eternity, a portal from mortality to immortality, then what does it matter how a man dies? The act of dying is not of importance. It is how he lives that counts.”
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“Love is a canvas furnished by Nature and embroidered by imagination. —Voltaire”
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“When ambitious men overcome a dynasty and seize power, they inevitably adopt most of the ways of their predecessors. —THE Muqaddimah OF IBN KHALDÛN”
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“I survived the whole day guarding Lissa, and you guys said I did a good job. Then, I get back here and meet my downfall in the form of a bench.”
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