K.M. Rice (Kellie Rice), known to many as the Wild Authoress, is a novelist, folklorist, and educator whose work thrives at the crossroads of story and tradition. With ten published books to her name and recognition as a national award-winning screenwriter, she brings to life worlds both fantastical and familiar, grounded in her passion for nature and the old lore of the world.
Her storytelling has also led her into the landscape of visual and interactive media, where she has collaborated with visionary companies such as Magic Leap and Wētā Workshop. These experiences broadened her creative reach while deepening her belief in the power of heartfelt narrative to connect, inspire, and nourish.
Having dedicated years to the study of folklore, history, and literature, Kellie delights in weaving her research into both her fiction and her educational offerings. Her writing invites readers and learners alike to wander into the enchanted woods of the past, where myths whisper truths and traditions echo with modern meaning. Her novels will take you from hauntings in the woods, the rugged American West, to the cliffs of Ireland, and on adventures full of whimsy and heart.
Her four-part Afterworld series is a sweeping historical fantasy that tells the tale of a love so strong, it cannot be constrained by death... or time. Compared by readers to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander novels, this unique epic spans continents and eras, celebrating Irish history, folklore, and the influence of the past on the present.
Beyond her writing, Kellie is an active member of the J.R.R. Tolkien community. For more than twelve years, she has produced the YouTube series Happy Hobbit, where she celebrates slow living, creativity, and all things Middle-earth with a global audience. The videos often demonstrate cooking, gardening, and simple DIY projects. As an avid maker, she also maintains an Etsy shop full of her handcrafted goods. Not to be contained, her creativity is also shared through a variety of short films and a podcast, Forests, Folklore & Fantasy.
At the heart of her work is the belief that the world is full of magic, and learning should feel like an adventure. Whether she is crafting a novel, sharing folklore in a workshop, or creating seasonal offerings for her Patreon community, Kellie strives to make knowledge accessible, engaging, and rooted in wonder. She hopes her work not only deepens appreciation for the past but also inspires readers and seekers to discover new ways of connecting with their present lives and spiritual paths.
When not creating, she can be found hiking in the woods, baking, gardening, and enjoying the company of the many animals on her family ranch in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California.
Click here to learn more about her published work.
Her storytelling has also led her into the landscape of visual and interactive media, where she has collaborated with visionary companies such as Magic Leap and Wētā Workshop. These experiences broadened her creative reach while deepening her belief in the power of heartfelt narrative to connect, inspire, and nourish.
Having dedicated years to the study of folklore, history, and literature, Kellie delights in weaving her research into both her fiction and her educational offerings. Her writing invites readers and learners alike to wander into the enchanted woods of the past, where myths whisper truths and traditions echo with modern meaning. Her novels will take you from hauntings in the woods, the rugged American West, to the cliffs of Ireland, and on adventures full of whimsy and heart.
Her four-part Afterworld series is a sweeping historical fantasy that tells the tale of a love so strong, it cannot be constrained by death... or time. Compared by readers to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander novels, this unique epic spans continents and eras, celebrating Irish history, folklore, and the influence of the past on the present.
Beyond her writing, Kellie is an active member of the J.R.R. Tolkien community. For more than twelve years, she has produced the YouTube series Happy Hobbit, where she celebrates slow living, creativity, and all things Middle-earth with a global audience. The videos often demonstrate cooking, gardening, and simple DIY projects. As an avid maker, she also maintains an Etsy shop full of her handcrafted goods. Not to be contained, her creativity is also shared through a variety of short films and a podcast, Forests, Folklore & Fantasy.
At the heart of her work is the belief that the world is full of magic, and learning should feel like an adventure. Whether she is crafting a novel, sharing folklore in a workshop, or creating seasonal offerings for her Patreon community, Kellie strives to make knowledge accessible, engaging, and rooted in wonder. She hopes her work not only deepens appreciation for the past but also inspires readers and seekers to discover new ways of connecting with their present lives and spiritual paths.
When not creating, she can be found hiking in the woods, baking, gardening, and enjoying the company of the many animals on her family ranch in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California.
Click here to learn more about her published work.
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