Dr. Sharon Blackie is an award-winning writer and internationally recognised teacher, whose work sits at the interface of psychology, mythology, and ecology. Her highly acclaimed books, courses, lectures, and workshops are focused on the development of the mythic imagination, myth relevance, fairy tales, and folk traditions. She has written five books of fiction and nonfiction, including If Women Rose Rooted. Her writing has appeared in anthologies, collections, and in several international media outlets – among them The Guardian, The Irish Times, and The Scotsman. Her books have been translated into several languages, and she has been interviewed by the BBC, U.S. public radio, and other broadcasters on her areas of expertise. Sharon leads workshops at venues in Europe and North America. She teaches at major retreat centers including the Esalen Institute, the Garrison Institute, and the Rowe Center.