Anthologies

Flower Face: A Devotional Anthology in Honor of Blodeuwedd
Edited by Kelly Woo and the Editorial Committee of Ninth Wave Press
With a Foreword and Introduction by Jhenah Telyndru
Ninth Wave Press, 2016

Whether she is simply a legendary figure from Medieval Welsh lore, or is in truth a Sovereignty Goddess once worshiped in Celtic Britain, there is no doubt that Blodeuwedd is celebrated and honored in modern times as a Divinity in her own right.

As part of the movement to understand the deeper significance which underscores her myth found in the Fourth Branch of The Mabinogi, here then is a collection of essays and meditations; poetry and songs; drawings and photographs; scholarly research and experiential encounters, which explore the nature of Blodeuwedd in all of her facets — remembering her mythos, reclaiming her Divine Status, and renewing her role as an initiatory Goddess who empowers us to be free.

In addition to the foreword and introduction, Jhenah has several pieces in this anthology, including the essays “Reclaiming Blodeuwedd”, “Maid of Flowers, Made of Flowers”, as well as several pieces of poetry.

On the Wings of Isis: Reclaiming the Sovereignty of Auset
Edited by Trista Hendren, Susan Morgaine and Pat Daly
Foreword by Jhenah Telyndru
Girl God Books, 2020

For centuries, women have lived, fought and died for their equality, independence and sovereignty. Originally known as Auset, the Egyptian Goddess Isis reveals a path forward. On The Wings of Isis demonstrates how to soar toward autonomy. Unfurl your wings and join an array of strong women who have embodied the Goddess of Ten Thousand Names to celebrate their authentic selves.

Jhenah wrote the foreword to this anthology, which features the writings and art of incredible scholars, practitioners and devotees of Isis. Entitled “She of the Throne”, the foreword is excerpted HERE.

The Celtic Goddess
Edited by Trevor Greenfield
Moon Books, 2018

A collection of essays offering an excellent introduction to some of the most important and enduring female Celtic deities.

With essays from Morgan Daimler, Jhenah Telyndru, Rachel Patterson, Mabh Savage and Elen Sentier, The Celtic Goddess offers an excellent introduction to some of the most important and enduring female Celtic deities. The book is presented as both an ideal primer and for those who wish to deepen their existing knowledge. Each essay ends with a suggestion for further reading.

Jhenah’s contribution to this work is an essay entitled: “Rhiannon: Navigating the Stream of Tradition”.

Seven Ages of the Goddess
Edited by Trevor Greenfield
Moon Books, 2018

With contributions from best-selling authors such as Morgan Daimler, Elen Sentier and Jhenah Telyndru, as well as a new generation of up-coming writers, Seven Ages of the Goddess uncovers the history of the Goddess, from prehistoric origins through to the present day and beyond. Edited by Trevor Greenfield, publisher of Moon Books and editor of Naming the Goddess and Goddess in America.

Jhenah’s contribution to this anthology is an essay entitled “The Celts and the Divine Feminine”

The Goddess in America: The Divine Feminine in Cultural Context
Edited by Trevor Greenfield
Introduction by Jhenah Telyndru
Moon Books, 2016

An anthology with contributions from nineteen writers, The Goddess in America is a book that identifies the enduring experience of Goddess Spirituality through a four-part discussion focused on the Native Goddess, the Migrant Goddess, the Goddess in relation to other aspects of American culture (Feminism, Christianity, Witchcraft etc.) and the Goddess in contemporary America.

Jhenah is honored to have written the introduction of this anthology, and to have her essay “The American Dilemma: Engaging in Non-Appropriative Pagan Practice” included.

Naming the Goddess
Edited by Trevor Greenfield
Forward by Cheryl Straffon
Introduction by Selena Fox
Moon Books, 2014

Naming the Goddess is written by over eighty adherents and scholars of Goddess and Goddess Spirituality, and includes contributions from Selena Fox, Kathy Jones, Caroline Wise and Rachel Patterson. Part 1 is a series of critical essays focusing upon contemporary Goddess issues. Part 2 is a spiritual gazetteer featuring over seventy Goddesses.

Jhenah contributed an entry on the Welsh Goddess Branwen to this work.

An Leabhar Urnaí: A Book of Celtic Reconstructionist Friendly Prayers
Edited by Maya St. Clair
Air n-Aithesc Press Books, 2016

A fantastic resource of prayers and invocations in Old Irish, and Gaulish, with their English translations; as well as prayers in English to Welsh, Irish and Gaulish Gods. The authors and editor also took the time to add a little information on the Gods they pray to and the reasons behind writing their prayers or invocations.

Jhenah is honored to have several devotional invocations to the British Goddesses with whom she has worked for decades, as well as a praise poem to Arianrhod included in this compilation.

The Pagan Leadership Anthology
Edited by Shawna Aura Knight and Taylor Ellwood
Megalithica Books, 2016

The words “Pagan Leadership” are often met with scorn and tales of failed groups and so-called Witch Wars. And yet, as our communities grow and mature, we find ourselves in dire need of healthy, ethical leaders. Most Pagans have seen what doesn’t work. But what does? This anthology features over thirty authors, thirty essays, and decades of leadership experience sharing their failures and successes as leaders as well as showing you how you can become a better Pagan leader.

• Why personal work will help you become a better leader
• How to become a better communicator • When to deal with predators in the community
• How to resolve conflicts peacefully
• Why you need bylaws when you build a group
• And much, much more!

Pagan communities are evolving. To be an effective leader you need to know how to take care of your group and yourself. In this anthology you will get tools and techniques that work and help you become a better leader as well as enrich the overlapping Pagan communities.

This anthology includes Jhenah’s essay: “Creating Conscious Community: Avalon as Metaphor”.

The Scribing Ibis: An Anthology of Pagan Fiction in Honor of Thoth
Edited by Rebecca Buchanan and the Editorial Board of Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, 2011

He was Creation’s First Storyteller. To soothe a wrathful Goddess, ibis-headed Thoth spun tales of honor and greed, love and treachery, Gods and princes and pirates. Entranced, charmed, Her rage cooled, the Goddess returned to heaven. Order was restored.

And so it is in His name that we dedicate this collection. Here, modern Pagans and polytheists continue that ancient tradition, weaving stories of creation and loss, death and rebirth, humor and courage, transformation and destruction. From the banks of the Nile to the icy north, from modern-day Kansas to far future alien worlds, these tales sing of the grace and glory of the Gods, and Their place in our lives.

Additionally, nonfiction essays explore the place of Thoth in ancient Egyptian theology and literature; the contemporary Pagan romance publishing scene; and the use of the Green Man and the Fool as archetypes in modern fiction. A select timeline lists important polytheist and Pagan works of fiction, from ancient times through the modern era.

In His name: Thoth, Thout, Tetu, Techu, Zehuti, Tehuti, Djehuty. The Scribe of Ma’at. The Lunar Librarian. Lord of Divine Words. Creation’s First Storyteller.

Jhenah’s short story,”The Gallisenae”, is included in this volume.