She is a fantasy fiction author, inspired by "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Chronicles of Narnia." Author Ashley Frerking has written a lineage series with characters based partly on her own life. She takes us on a fantasy journey of escapism and imagination in this episode.
Ashley grew up in her early years in Kenya as the daughter of missionary parents. After graduating high school, she moved back to the United States and earned her degree in English from Dallas Baptist University and, some years later, a master's degree in Scriptwriting from Regent University.
I've always loved reading fantasy and I wanted to see if I could create a world of fantasy too," Ashley says. "I take inspiration from "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Chronicles of Narnia." These ideas have been bouncing around in my head for a while, so it's fun to see them come to life on the page. I also like imagining myself in the world of Amaranaca, so it's easier to visualize."
The first two books in this lineage series are "The Queen's Road" and "The Traveler." The third book in the series, "The Bodyguard's Princess" is coming in October 2026.
"The Queen’s Road" is the first book in the Lineage Series. Melinda's life is turned upside down upon the arrival of Nathan. Transported to the land of Amaranaca, Melinda joins the Army of the Faithful, whose aim is to aid her in reclaiming her throne from Kelam the usurper. Will she be victorious, or is Amaranaca doomed to Kelam's reign?
"The Traveler" is the second book in the Lineage Series. Tura Saurbrook embarks on a quest for revenge and happens upon two elves on their way to join the army faithful to the true king. Tura struggles to keep her true identity hidden. Unbeknownst to her, the two elves hold an explosive secret themselves.
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