Hi, Iām Mara
I grew up in a haunted house in the Mojave Desert, where I spent my youth searching for ghosts and dragons. Now I live in the Pacific Northwest, happy amongst the mist and the trees.
Without magic, I donāt think I would have made it very far. The power of the pen, both in swirls and words, have provided me much comfort during the more difficult storms of life.
A fantasy author + illustrator
I am humbled to share my magical worlds with you all ā the dreamers and the mischief makers.
with a forever grateful heart,
thank you for being here ā”
My illustrations & stories are created in a remote seaside cottage where I spend my time conversing with the seals and the fairies about what I should make next.
My own little gremlins craft magic with me as well & are forever my first critique partners & most trust advisors.
When the themes of my novels are too big for them, then the critiquing and second most trusted advisory goes to The Keeper of Chaos (aka my husband ā”).
Magic, Nature, Motherhood
Inside My Studio
My Portfolio
These are a few of my favourite illustrations.
Come Visit Me
Here is where I will list future site meetings :)