Patience Schoene is a neurodivergent author based in Seattle, where she lives with her husband and rescue dogs. She pulls her background in dance into fantasy storytelling to draw readers into imaginative worlds. As a witchcraft practitioner, Patience loves to explore deeper spiritual themes, adding depth and context to her stories.
Beyond her literary pursuits, Patience leads a life immersed in creativity and exploration. Her passions for knitting, history, and sci-fi enrich her writing. While time spent at the coast with her husband and rescue dogs allows her to reconnect with nature. Whether foraging, urban homesteading, dancing, power lifting, or crafting homemade wine, she finds beauty in the interplay of mind, body, and spirit, which she channels into her work. Patience’s literary journey is one of ongoing growth, fueled by the joy of the moment and the endless possibilities of storytelling.
Patience Schoene is a neurodivergent author based in Seattle, where she lives with her husband and rescue dogs. She pulls her background in dance into fantasy storytelling to draw readers into imaginative worlds. As a witchcraft practitioner, Patience loves to explore deeper spiritual themes, adding depth and context to her stories.
Beyond her literary pursuits, Patience leads a life immersed in creativity and exploration. Her passions for...
Tamsin Greer's life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits Brightstar Manor, a sprawling Victorian mansion in Port Townsend, Washington, from an uncle she never knew. Burdened by a past filled with orphanages and fleeting foster homes, Tamsin views the inheritance as more of an encumbrance than a blessing. However, Brightstar Manor is more...
Jolie Mason is not just your average burlesque performer. She’s an immortal vampire whose magnetic stage presence leaves audiences breathless. Beneath the spotlight’s glow, however, her life is chaos. Her thoughts are filled with the shadows of her tumultuous past and a relentless game of hide-and-seek from her dangerous maker. But when a...
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The Lion's Gate Portal is a powerful cosmic event that aligns Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, with Earth. This energetic portal amplifies spiritual growth, manifestation, and transformation, making it a perfect time to set intentions and connect with higher energies.
To fully harness the energy of this potent day, I recommend performing a ritual that aligns your mind, body, and spirit. Here's a simple yet powerful ritual to help you open yourself to the abundance and possibilities the...
Each year on August 8th, spiritual seekers, astrologers, and astronomers alike celebrate the powerful energy of the Lion's Gate Portal. This cosmic event holds profound significance across various disciplines—astrology, astronomy, and spirituality—each offering unique perspectives on its meaning and implications.
The Astronomy Behind the Lion's Gate
From an astronomical standpoint, the Lion's Gate refers to the alignment between Earth, Sirius (the brightest star visible from Earth), and the...