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.
Tag: Mythology
Why I Created an Olympian Gods Illustration Series Before Writing My Centaur Mythology Novels
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.
Sons of Apollo series
A Greek mythology retelling about the centaurs.
Meet Palaimon
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
Why Greek Mythology?
Discover why Greek mythology inspires the Sons of Apollo series—its character-driven stories, contradictions, and the untold voices behind the myths.
Virtue and Manliness: The Story of Atalanta and the Centaurs.
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
🏛️ 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
Ixion and Nephele: A Tale of Seduction and Punishment
Explore the myth of Ixion and Nephele, the scandalous origin story that shaped the centaurs’ reputation and inspired the cultural conflict in Sons of Apollo.
The Origin Myths of the Centaurs: Insightful or Condemning?
Explore the competing origin myths of the centaurs in Greek mythology and how their beginnings shaped their infamous reputation.
Bride-Stealing Centaur or Bride-Stealing Hero? You Decide.
Was the centaur truly the villain—or was Hercules the bride-stealer? Explore conflicting Greek myths and the inspiration behind Sons of Apollo.