J. Aislynn d'Merricksson

I am a university graduate with a BA in Anthropology, and both a Masters and a PhD in Philosophy. I have a specialisation in mythic studies, especially dragon mythology, and in archaeology and anthropology. Until recently, I 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, which I compiled myself. 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, The Joy of Being, as Cala Gobraith, Evalyce: Worldshaper Vol. 1 Mother of Wolves, and Evalyce: Obsidian Alcatraz, both under J Aislynn d'Merricksson) and one co-authorship (The Wizard’s Bestiary, as Ash DeKirk). At present, I am a proud author belonging to Creativia Publishing, currently have several other works in progress, among them a mystery set in the world of Evalyce, a horror story set in the same world, and plans for a book on rune lore and rune weaving in the works. I would eventually like to compile the type of book of world mythology that I’ve always wanted. I live in beautiful California, where I am an innkeeper, and live with my sister, brother-in-law and two adorable kitties. (As I am sure you’ve noticed by the publishing credits, I have a plethora of names. Ash Clark is my legal birth name. Ash DeKirk/Cala Gobraith are pen names. I am currently in the process of changing my name to Julianna Aislynn d’Merricksson.) Come visit Port Jericho! www.AislynndMerricksson.com Twitter: @cala_Gobraith, @RookeryReview Facebook: www.facebook.com/J Aislynn d'Merricksson Facebook page: www.facebook/Evalyce