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Upcoming: "Word Mill - The poetry of Dan Ralph Miller vol. " by Dano Hammer

Call for Submissions: Freya Devotional
Title: Fire Jewel: A Devotional Anthology to Freya. Publisher: Asphodel Press. Deadline: May 13th, 2012

She is known as Giver, Sow, Sea-Bright, Battle-Goddess, Teacher of Seidr, Vanadis, Priestess, Daughter of Njord, Sister of Frey. Freya is one of the most popular goddesses in the Northern Tradition. This anthology is a celebration of Freya in her many aspects.

I am looking to include prayers, rituals, poetry, articles, experiential essays, recipes, meditations, black and white artwork or whatever anyone feels called to contribute. Length of submissions: no more than 8,000 words for an essay.

Do not feel as if you need to be Heathen to contribute, as long as submissions are respectful and focused on Freya specifically. All are welcome to submit something for the anthology.

Regrettably, I will not be able to compensate contributors for their work; please consider your work an offering for Freya Herself. I would ideally like to give contributors a copy of the book when it is published, but I cannot guarantee that yet. I am also considering donating the proceeds in part or in whole to a charitable organization (which one is yet to be decided, but I’m leaning towards one that is international in scope, and would welcome suggestions). Heifer International has been suggested as a possible charity.

I am only asking for one-time publishing rights. All contributors will retain the rights to their respective contributions. I will also require legal names and addresses for the purpose of sending out release forms.
Submissions and questions about the anthology may be sent to kryhea(at)yahoo(dot)com .
Please send all submissions as Word (.doc) documents or RTF files (.rtf).
Sample images may be sent as JPG files, but higher resolution images will be needed for the final product.

Call for Submission
for "Calls to Our Ancestors" - Details on Sarenth Odinsson's Blog
The deadline has been extended beyond October 31st.
Looking for
prayers, poems, devotional pieces, essays, personal experience, and/or artwork in honor of our Ancestors.

Call for Submissions for "Unto Herself: A Devotional Anthology for Independent Goddesses", edited by Ashley DeAne Horn.
Please send your submission to rian3x3@gmail.com,
either in the body of the email or as a .doc or plain text/RTF attachment with “Parthenos Devotional” in the subject line
.

We are seeking submissions for a devotional anthology for a cross-pantheon look at virgin Goddesses. This includes Goddesses such as Artemis, Athena, and Hestia, but also those from other pantheons. Pieces in honor of any Goddess from any pantheon who operates without a male consort are welcome, such as Anahita, Anat,
Gefjon, Kumari, The Morrigan, Skadhi, Vesta, The Zorya, and others. We are interested in a wide variety of works, including (but not limited to) short fiction, poetry, original translations of ancient texts, hymns, rituals, artwork, personal stories, and scholarly articles — particularly those that compare or contrast the idea of virginity across cultural lines. We are especially looking for submissions that focus upon the Goddesses’ self-reliance and independence in some way, regardless of Their physical virginity.

All works must be original, not public domain. No plagiarism. Previously published submissions are acceptable, provided the author retains all rights to the work. Authors retain all rights to the submission. Upon acceptance, the author will be sent a permission to publish form along with a request for a short biography to include in the anthology.The editor reserves the right to make any minor changes in the case of grammar, spelling and formatting concerns. The editor also reserves the right to request modification of submissions and to reject submissions as necessary.

As this is a devotional work, no monetary compensation will be provided. Proceeds from all sales will be divided between charitable donations in the names of the Goddesses and production costs for future publications from Bibliotheca Alexandrina. All contributors will receive a coupon code which will allow them to purchase three copies of this anthology at cost.

Acceptable length is anywhere from 100-10,000 words (with the exception of poetry). The submissions period will open November 1, 2011 and close March 31, 2012 with a projected release date of May 2012.
Any artwork submitted should be scanned in or created at 300 dpi and sent as a .jpg or .tif file.


Rathflaed DuNoir:
November 4 is the official release of Beowulf - The Storybook Version on Amazon. 
Watch the Youtube Video, and find more Beowulf stuff on www.beowulfstory.com.

Mist,
author of "Fulltrui, Patrons in Ásatrú". is currently seeking submissions for a work in progress entitled "Living Our Faith":
"I am seeking contributions of articles by people who spend a significant amount of time living heathen. I would like articles from any heathen on how living with the gods (or not) affects them, how life is different once becoming heathen.

I am looking for articles from people who work with the gods, and how that has affected them for the good or bad, as well as people that are raising heathen children. I am looking for articles about how you live your faith, how you express it on a daily basis, what you do outside of ritual, how you create community, how you find living your faith has helped you, the good bad and ugly stories are welcome.

I am also looking for various styled rituals including ritual theater if your group has ever done that, interesting stories about gods if you have any, and anything in between! All submissions must be sent in by August 31st, 2011.

Please send submission to mist@kenaz.ca with the subject LIVING HEATHEN and I will get back to selected contributors asap! Hopefully many people will consider contribution to this book, there is no payment offered but free copies may be provided to those who contributed large articles. Feel free to distribute!"

"Renaissance Woman: Collected Art and Poetry of Erin Lale
Poetry of mythology, science fiction, and fantasy by the author of "Asatru For Beginners".
Available on the Amazon Kindle Store and the Barnes & Noble Book Store.

Call for Submissions for an anthology in honor of the Healing Goddesses of the Northern Tradition/s,
e.g. Eir, Mengloth, Alateivia, Arvolecia, and Sulis. Deadline is 30 September 2011.
Mail Galina Krasskova for submitting poems, essays, prayers, recipes, and similar.

Loki - Ebook by Mike Vasich. The Norse myths retold. Free sample readings.

Huginn - Biannual online journal of alternative heathen viewpoints, featuring poetry and articles

Coming soon: Bob Falkenstein´s download album "Hammer of Bronze"!
His homepage features two free downloads: "Idunna´s Apples" and "Ute Sitte".

Kindertales 2 by John T Mainer and Freydis Heimdallson is now available here at Lulu.
This second book of children's stories contains a mix of our ancient myths with stories about
Tyr and Fenris (Wolf and Word), the death of Baldur (The story of Mistletoe),
modern tales like Vargus the Vegetarian Troll, and even a ghost story (Draugr of Hudikvall).

"Winter Wassail"
, an album of Yule and Wassail songs
by Skaldic Hearth Kin, produced by Hauk´s label Baldur Rising Music.
Available on ITunes, Amazon Mp3, Napster, Zune, Rhapsody, and all other good digital distributors.

Honey, Grain, and Gold by Joshua Tenpenny
Frey devotional - an anthology
of poetry, ritual, and personal prose. Available through Lulu.com.

Idunna Devotional: Call for Submissions

Deadline: May 1, 2010.   Publisher: Asphodel Press

I have decided to compile a devotional to the Goddess Idunna (Idun). I am seeking poetry, prayers,
articles, recipes, meditations, rituals, and even artwork (provided that it is black and white—
unfortunately, internal color art seriously drives up the price of a book and I wish this to be accessible). 
All contributors will be given a copy of the finished devotional as payment.
One need not be Heathen to contribute. I am looking for a broad range of material because in this way
the devotional will offer as many points of connection for as many people to Idunna as possible.
Anyone interested in contributing should contact me at Krasskova at gmail.com.
Many thanks, Galina Krasskova

Galina Krasskova has put out a Call for Submissions:

I am compiling a devotional to the Fire Etins: Fire itself, Surt, Sinmora, Loki, Logi,
Farbauti, Sunna, and Daeg, Glut, Eisa, Einmyra, et al.
I am looking for poetry, prayers, articles, invocations, recipes, rituals, etc.
Contributors will receive a copy of the book, tentatively titled "Fan the Flames,"
which will be published through Asphodel Press.
For more information or to submit a contribution, please contact me at Krasskova at gmail.com.

Hearth and Field: A Heathen Prayer Book by Hester Butler-Ehle.
Invocations and prayers to more than 20 deities, and to the ancestors.

From Saga's Hall: Norse Myths from a Different Point of View by Susan C. Eaves
Traditional stories from Norse mythology, told from a female point of view.

"Thor, God Of The Common Man" by Robert Etter
- a second edition of
"A Devotional: Honoring Thor and Family" and "Thor Midgard's Veurr And The Fylgja", both together in one book.

Three Paths Through Midgard: A Rune Poem by D. Jonathan Jones

The book is a meditative journey through the staves. Each Aett is a path of its own; travelling them is the task of the seeker. Combining ancient wisdom with timeless truths, Jones creates a work that both encompasses and supports deep runic exploration. Furthermore, with it's nine line, nine syllable stanza form, it will delight those who appreciate craftsmanship. Foreword by Ian Read. Limited edition first printing. Available Walpurgis 2010.

Available from RavensHalla Arts, sales@ravenshallaarts.com, and Amazon.com

Mist, Gyðja of Kenaz Kindred, has put out a new Call for Submissions:

1. Meditations: for any Asatru god/goddess, wight, giant, whatever
2. Rituals: celebrating any important Asatru holy day or event
3. Poetry: any and all devotional poetry to any god/goddess, giant, wight, general Asatru blessings and more
4. Articles: on or about specific gods/goddess, giants etc. Can be a retelling of a myth, a quirky story, anything unique or relevent to Asatru and its gods/other beings
Anything that is writen about, for or involving Asatru gods, goddess, wights, giants, the dwarves, elves, etc.
Some submissions may be used in upcoming publications. For any submissions or to find out more information about upcoming publications please email us at: kenaz @ kenaz dot ca


Raven Radio - New Heathen Radio !  www.ravenradio.info

Raven Radio will be a weekly show starting at 11:00 am Mountain Time, for the first time on air on Sunday February 7th 11:00AM.
The show format will be 1 hour long set into 15 minutes blocks.
Discussion topics will be of course Asatru, Homelife, Heathen Kids, Kindred announcements, book reviews, live interviews. We need your ideas to make this work. People to interview, books that you think need a review, anything Heathen related. We need Heathen musicians to come out of the wood work. Get your stuff on the air and get those CD sold or band dates booked. Raven Radio will be a family friendly show.
This is YOUR/OUR Heathen station - Help us out to a good start!

Chuck Hudson, Cody Polston
Mountain Haven Kindred
Owners, Operators Janitors of Raven Radio
ravenradio1@gmail.com

"Days in Midgard: A Thousand Years On" by Steven T Abell
A collection of 14 modern legends based on the myths of the Vikings. 284 pages.
Available here at Amazon.com, and at Barnes&Noble.

"
Boar, Birch and Bog: Prayers to Nerthus" by Nicanthiel Hrafnhild, available at Gullinbursti Press.
Featuring original poetry, tales based on lore and UPG, and rituals for holy days associated with Nerthus,
this book explores three of Her major facets, and their spheres of influence: Valor, Fertility and Holiness.

"FULLTRÚI, Working With Patron Gods & Goddess In The Ásatrú Pantheon
by Mist 
is now available at Lulu.com.

"Kindertales: Stories Old and New for the Children of the Folk" by Freydis Heimdallson, Heidi Graw and John T. Mainer from Heathen Freehold Society of B.C.

This illustrated story-book includes retellings of favourite myths and original tales written by Heathen parents that will appeal to children of a variety of ages, from very youngest on up.

Find out why the moon changes phases, and the story of Sleipnir, Odin's famous eight-legged steed. Discover why rabbits are so closely associated with Ostara (the goddess Easter), and why the Easter Bunny hides eggs. Read the story
of how Santa Klaus started his work, and how a goatherd protected his flock from a grasping shepherd.

All these stories and more are tucked away in this lovely book! All proceeds go to support the non-profit Heathen Freehold of BC, dedicated to the revival of the ancient ways of the Nordic tribes.
Available here at lulu.com.

"Full Fathom Five: A Devotional to the Norse Gods and Goddesses of the Sea" by Galina Krasskova.
The book is a compilation of prayers to Ran, Aegir, Their Nine Daughters, and Njord. Contributions for this devotional came not only from the US but also from Europe (England and Germany). It is a full-color devotional with beautiful photographs and illustrations on nearly every page. It offers a moving compilation of poems, prayers and personal accounts from people who love and honor these Gods. Respect for the ocean and its bounty is also discussed by those who have found that loving Gods of the sea means preserving that which is Their body.
Available here at lulu.com and here at Amazon.com .


"Water from the Well And Other Wyrd Tales of Odin" by Laure Lynch
In her second Odin devotional collection, two novellas and two short stories take the reader on a moving and profound exploration of critical turning points in the life of the Norse god Odin:
The slaying of Ymir, the births of His son Bragi and His feral daughters the Valkyries, His alliance with the rune spirits, and the arrival in Asgard of the mysterious goddess Saga.
In the course of these adventures, fresh insights into the nature of this much-maligned deity are revealed through the eyes of women whose roles in His life are usually overlooked- His mother Bestla, His Etin-bride Gunnlod, and the Norns Themselves.
Completing this offering is a selection of evocative poetry, allowing brief glimpses into the author's very private, passionate and tender relationship with the god she serves.
Available here on Amazon.com .

"From the Heart, For the Heart" by Tracy Nichols.  
A collection of essays, prayers, and poems about the Trickster Loki.
Available at http://www.lulu.com/content/1409136  (as print or download).

.
"A Devotional: Honoring Thor and Family" is available through Lulu.com here: http://www.lulu.com/content/1098448   .
It was a lot of hard work and a labor of love. In Frith! Robert Etter, retter1970 AT cox.net