Many people know Poseidon as the Greek god of the sea, but one of his most important symbols is the horse. Discover why the ancient Greeks connected horses, storms, earthquakes, and the sea, and what these symbols reveal about Poseidon's deeper role in mythology.
Hera is often portrayed as jealous and vengeful, but her role in Greek mythology reveals something deeper. As the goddess of marriage, she represents something deeper than romance: the sacred bond that endures, even when tested.
Before temples crowned the hills of Greece, the sky already ruled the world. Zeus emerges as both storm and sovereign—the force that transforms power into order.
Before introducing the mythic creatures who inhabit my novels, especially the centaurs, I began by illustrating the Olympian gods of Greek mythology. This post explains why I created the series, why I’m reopening the archive now, and how these familiar mythic figures form the foundation for the stories in my Sons of Apollo series.
A Greek mythology retelling about the centaurs.
A Centaur’s Perspective in Sons of Apollo Character spotlight, mythic inspiration, and an alternate view of Book I. Palaimon is the Alpha—the highest-ranking leader—of the first centaur herd readers encounter in the Sons of Apollo series. His name is drawn from Greek mythology, where Palaimon is the deified son of Io and Zeus. I chose… Continue reading Meet Palaimon
Discover why Greek mythology inspires the Sons of Apollo series—its character-driven stories, contradictions, and the untold voices behind the myths.
Meet Stilbe, a little-known figure from Greek mythology reimagined as the Oracle of Apollo in the Sons of Apollo fantasy series.
The myth of Atalanta and the centaurs explained—exploring virtue, gender, and why this rare story defies traditional Greek hero narratives.
🏛️ The Centaurs: A Fascinating Trope from Greek Mythology By Norma Sue O’NeilUpdated October 2025 The Enduring Allure of Mythical Beasts From fire-breathing dragons to seductive sirens, the creatures of Greek mythology have captivated readers for thousands of years. Yet among them all, few are as fascinating—or as misunderstood—as the centaurs. These half-man, half-horse… Continue reading The Centaurs: A Fascinating Trope From Greek Mythology
