Author Elle

Writer, educator, environmentalist, and passionate backup singer.

Folktale Roundup: The Horse of Power

Today’s roundup is all about a Russian fairytale about the firebird, the princess Vasilisa, and — of course — the Horse of Power.

January 19, 2022

Love Potion, Anyone?

Part of an ongoing series in which I share fun tidbits from story research. Enjoy!

January 14, 2022

Gallery Excerpt

Read a description and excerpt of Gallery of Myth here!

January 12, 2022

The Basis of Life

Part of an ongoing series in which I share fun tidbits from story research. Enjoy!

January 7, 2022

Looking Forward

My goals as an author for 2022!

January 5, 2022

Happy Transformation!

Part of an ongoing series in which I share fun tidbits from story research. Enjoy!

December 31, 2021

Twelve Gifts: Looking Back

It’s that time of year — here’s a retrospective post on my 2021!

December 29, 2021

The Right Color, the Right Time: Poinsettias

Part of an ongoing series in which I share fun tidbits from story research. Enjoy!

December 24, 2021

A Delicious Gift

Surprise! It’s a sugar cookie recipe!

December 22, 2021

Trees, Trees, and More Trees!

Part of an ongoing series in which I share fun tidbits from story research. Enjoy!

December 17, 2021
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