ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Angelyn Ray, award-winning author, artist, and poet, is the owner of ARay Press. Her articles and poetry have appeared in numerous small-press publications.
Retired from private practice as a clinical social worker, Ray's interests include the origin, meaning and potential of human consciousness. Her childhood and teen education was acquired at Portland Christian Grade and High Schools, followed by graduation from Prairie Bible Institute, where she studied Bible and music. After raising her family, she completed studies at the Graduate School of Social Work, Portland State University, Oregon.
Ray's book, Fables by the Sea, won finalist in the Oregon Literary Arts Book Awards contest. Awards include finalist and semi-finalist for her short stories, The Changing Room and The Minaret at Moondance Film Festival. Epic poem Ode to Earth in 9-11 Meter garnered a Pulitzer Prize nomination. Ray has also won awards for her photography and porcelain painting.
A number of her titles are available through Amazon.com. Here is a list of her array of book titles, showing its variety and uniqueness. See fuller descriptions by clicking the titles at the top of this page, and the book cover pictures:
EA 101 - We Are Earth's Everlasting Arms in Embryo -- "I was astounded today to realize how EA's many indications have played out since I read them in 2003. Things he said about me were merely puzzling then. During these six years, the puzzles have fallen into place and his observations have aligned in a marvelous way." Krsanna Duran, timestar.org.
Fables by the Sea - Award-Winning Tales from Lands End -- "I love this book! When I feel stressed and crazy, and who doesn't, I will read a fable or two before turning off the light. The fables are short, often funny, and have wonderful endings." -- Cecily Birdbeak, author. "I assign certain fables for my clients to read, and the 'aha!' moment happens. They make the changes they've wanted." Chris Parker, international coach
88 Keys to Well-Being -- unlock your hidden wealth -- mental, emotional, spiritual. In journal form for readers' reflections. "The simple elegance of her words is thought-provoking and enlightening, leading the reader to self-examination and a clearer understanding of the power within us all. I keep it by my bed and find myself pausing during the day to read a 'key' or more." -- Javon T. Monahan
Ode to Earth in 9-11 Meter -- epic verse extolling The Mother, enumerating her suffering at the hands of humans, and pointing to the ultimate triumph of both. "It's no wonder it was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. I couldn't put it down." -- Frankie Picasso, Quantum Radio host
99 Passwords to Personal Power -- A new look at words that empower, a journal for personal exploration and growth.
Prisms and Songs for the Beloved -- "Sometimes I read your poems, or other works, and I am able to find the words my clients need. Your words touch so many people in so many ways." -- Chris Parker, International Coach.
Return of the Prodigal Genius -- based on key overlooked phrases in Nikola Tesla's autobiography -- "...brilliant. The beauty is your superiority in literacy and tying it to meaningful philosophical concepts... This is one of those books I will keep by my bedside and reread a few pages before going to sleep." -- David Thomson III, author, Secrets of the Aether.
Sex and Religious Fundamentalism is a brief academic treatise on the effects of a fundamentalist upbringing on the development of human sexuality. When submitted as a paper in graduate school, it was added to the reading list for future classes.
Sweet Influences - Voices from the Void -- Sequel to Return of the Prodigal Genius and EA 101, Sweet Influences progresses the reader in the paths less taken, though of immeasurable reward.
The Forest Dweller -- a novel of medieval intrigue, mystery, and youthful romance -- "...rich images and wonderful characters in a story that is full of heart and action...great read for almost anyone age ten and up." -- Cecily Birdbeak, author.
The Gardener's Exile -- recounts the golden times, when the Chief Gardener was unconfined by a sheath of skin. He tells of his exit from the homeland, his fall into the dark age, and his stunning discoveries, shared by companions he never could have imagined, even in the garden of his dreams. "A knockout. I loved it." -- Cecily Birdbeak.
The Nu I Ching -- a 3-tiered reading using one coin, based on pre-Wen history 5000 years old; hidden designs confirming twinship with our DNA; prehistoric royal secrets unlocked for today, not available elsewhere. "...incredible...brilliant..." -- Barbara Murray, I Ching scholar and author.
The Soul's Seasons -- A daily calendar with penetrating insights, structured with Gregorian calendar dates, arranged for one wishing to honor the Mayan calendar.
The Stickspeaker Collection -- "I totally enjoyed this wonderful read. It is imaginative and brought tears of joy - very inspiring." -- Barbara Murray. "I just read The Stickspeaker Collection for the second time... I love the reincarnation aspect, and the idea of the City, and oh so many other things in it. GREAT!" -- Robert Malone.
The World - Before, Now, To Come -- a new collection of the author's poems.
Wings of Comfort -- New Light on Old Scripture -- "Read these words. Follow this path. You will be forever grateful for this little book of grand vision." -- Lorisa Gardiner, publisher.