Our favorite detective family the Reynards are back… this time on the Greek island to investigate the theft of artifacts from an archaeological dig at the Acropolis of Rhodes. Only by impeccable detective sleuthing, excellent research skills, and the help of a local police inspector, is the person behind the theft gradually revealed. Who is the Rose of Rhodes, and why are small pieces of broken gold chain so important to him? Read more
The goal was to visit family in northwest Massachusetts, cross a corner of Vermont and then head into New York to see the Berkshire, Catskill and Adirondack autumn colors, the Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls, and whatever else we could find along the way. Click through for the full travelogue as well as individual reviews of tourist sights, restaurants and B&Bs. Read more
Happy Halloween! Here are a couple pictures of a cake that Lita made for the Halloween party at Golden Lotus Lodge O.T.O. This pumpkin cake recipe is four layers of pumpkin bread, and for the frosting pumpkin butter puree was mixed with cream cheese frosting. The pumpkin stem was a biscotti and the leaves are waffle cookies with green food color veins. Fun and yummy! (Photos by Carly Burks) Read more
Just Published! Two stories come together in one book about a family of Roma Travelers set in Romania in 1871. The first story tells of a romance between a young girl named Pearl who travels in a vardo wagon with her family, and her lover Garridan who lives in an ancient and haunted forest. The second story tells of Garridan’s exceptional talents as a wood carver who brings new life into a Romanian Village. Read more
Wrapping up this series of new recipes for the ‘Feasts for the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law’ from The Thelemic Cookbook, here is the recipe for Day 3, in honor of Ra-Hoor-Khuit: Mexican Chocolate Cake with Kahlua Chocolate Sauce. This dessert is muy delicioso! Read more
The ‘Feasts for the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law’ created by Lita-Luise Chappell in The Thelemic Cookbook employ elemental principles for those wishing to incorporate magical correspondences into their ritual meals. New for 2022, three more recipes are being shared! The second has just been posted in honor of Hadit: Moroccan Yellow Lentil Soup with Moroccan Flatbread. Read more
The ‘Feasts for the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law’ created by Lita-Luise Chappell in The Thelemic Cookbook employ elemental principles for those wishing to incorporate magical correspondences into their ritual meals. New for 2022, three more recipes are being shared! The first has just been posted in honor of Nuit: Stuffed Boursin Chicken. Read more
If you haven’t had a chance to check out Lita’s books and want a sample read, some passages from each of her books have just been shared, including her most recent novels, The Sylvan Woods of Lake Nemi, The Blythewood Curse, and Hiding In Paradise. Click here to visit the Excerpts page. Read more
Lita’s first children’s book, The Town with the Feather Crest, has just been released on Amazon Kindle! This illustrated adventure in poetic rhyme tells the story of Drew, a young man who comes across a fantastic castle. The book teaches empathy for the greater good, courage to go forth in the world, and ingenuity to fulfill a difficult task. Read more
“What follows is Elena’s fascinating and sometimes harrowing journey in which we along with her learn of the forgotten traditions and folklore of bygone Rome, along with the rituals performed within its sacred sanctuaries – not just as mere observers, but as actual participants. ” Read more
“…a rare delight for sports enthusiasts and linguistics lovers alike. Encyclopedic in scope and style, this book is about the duality of words in sports that also have a sexual meaning. Those who are curious about oddities and quirks of the English language will find this study fascinating, whether or not they have any interest in sports.” Read more
Coming February, 2022! The Town with the Feather Crest is a long format illustrated poem for children ages 5 – 12. Along with Lita’s enchanting poem are images by talented Los Angeles illustrator Francisco Enciso. It involves the feather of truth, which can change everything, but it is a young boy’s ingenious delivery system that wins the day. Read more
Elena has only her fieldwork left to complete her degree in anthropology. Her topic: how the ancient cult of Diana and its practices influenced the social structure and culture of the Roman people. She discovers a secret tunnel under the Nemi cliffs and a way back in time. She is also trying to figure out who is stealing temple antiquities. She doesn’t know who she can trust, but ends up learning a lot more about human behavior and an ancient culture than she ever expected… Read more
My friend is having a party and putting together a display for Halloween. It will be a dummy holding its head and reciting a threat to their attending guests. He asked me to write something up to be recorded, which the head will appear to speak. This resulting poem should be a fun and spooky warning to party-goers, should they be brave enough to enter! Read more
