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J. Aislynn d'Merricksson

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Fantasy, Science Fiction, Poetry

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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. 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 two books to my name (Dragonlore, as Ash DeKirk, The Joy of Being, as Cala Gobraith) and one co-authorship (The ...more

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Average rating: 4.03 · 65 ratings · 23 reviews · 4 distinct works • Similar authors

	Mother of Wolves (Evalyce Worldshaper, #1) 4.15 avg rating — 33 ratings — published 2015 — 4 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) 4.07 avg rating — 14 ratings — published 2015 — 2 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) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 10 ratings — published 2016 — 4 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) 3.50 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2015 — 6 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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Book Review: Hauntology by Merlin Coverley

This book wasn’t what I expected from reading the description. I was expecting a look at actual ghost stories and tales of haunting, and how the spectral influences the corporeal. Instead, I found myself introduced to a fascinating philosophy that I was wholly unfamiliar with. This notion of how the past ‘haunts’ the present resonated with me. Concepts such nostalgia, retromania, cyclical hist

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Another great addition to the series! My cubs love these books and often want to learn more about the people discussed. Perfect for any child's library and for classroom use! ...more
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Just wow! I love the concept. It's a hefty set of taboos to delve into, especially for YA material. And a dystopia so cleverly disguised as utopia is great. There are echoes of the classic dystopias Logan's Run and Soylent Green, though in the latter ...more
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How have I not read this series before now??? I fell in love with the world and characters straight away. Normally I don't like bouncing between two characters (or more) because I usually favour one over the others. Not here! I did guess Lila's truth ...more
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J Aislynn d'Merricksson rated a book it was amazing Garment of Shadows (Mary Russell, #12) by Laurie R. King (Goodreads Author)	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
Another great memoir curated by Laurie R King! I loved seeing Ali and Mahmoud again. Mahmoud/Marsh is a favourite. This series has become a source of comfort reading for me, especially as my ME grows worse. Familiar things are easier to hold on to, a ...more
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This was a great finale to an amazing series! I am sad to leave Gil's company though. I'd love to see the future of the dragonling, and if other dragons are still out there somewhere. Perfect series for any dragon fan! Highly recommended. ...more
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This delightful children's book is full of great life lessons, provided courtesy of Capybara. My cubs enjoyed reading it, and it sparked interest in the animal itself. Now they want one as a pet! These gentle giants of the rodent family were the perf ...more
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“looked up, a frown on his face. “That was a necessity. Our wardrobe needed defending from all the girls hiding in it.” Allie struggled to control her growing laughter. “Do tell, do you suffer many girls hiding in your furniture?”
― A.W. Exley, Obsidian Eyes

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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.”
― Tessa Harris, The Anatomist's Apprentice

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“Love is a canvas furnished by Nature and embroidered by imagination. —Voltaire”
― Steven D. Price, 1001 Smartest Things Ever Said

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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”
― Laurie R. King, O Jerusalem

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“You translate it, please. I have worked hard to forget what Greek I once knew.”
― Laurie R. King, A Letter of Mary

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