Welcome to My Corner of the Forest
Where myth stirs, stories breath, and the old magic waits.
Hello and welcome. I'm Mary Paliescheskey, an author who wanders in folklore and a lifelong believer that stories are living things to be discovered. I write magical realism and speculative fiction rooted in Slavic mythology. My stories are shaped by the hidden power found in the world and the forgotten places where the barrier between worlds is thin.
Here you will find:
Updates on my current series: The Stone Chronicles
A trilogy blending magic, power, and myth, following the characters entangled in an ancient imbalance of magic and forces older than the kingdom.
Essays on Slavic Myth and Folklore
I explore the figures and legends that have shaped my imagination.
Reflections on Craft and Creativity
Thoughts on writing and process of making worlds.
Occasional Side Stories and Magical Snippets
Because sometimes a character demands to have their story told or I might just let you in on how the magic really works.
Thank you for Being Here
Whether you are a fellow writer, a lover of folklore, or a reader in search of stories, I'm grateful that you have stopped in.
Take a look around.