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MC Lorbiecke Author Interview

The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the Fox follows the journey of a wise fox from an enchanted forest who, from the moment of his birth, is marked by innate wisdom and an awareness of the past lives he has lived.

The writing in your story is very artful and creative. Was it a conscious effort to create a story in this fashion, or is this style of writing reflective of your writing style in general?

Though The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the Fox is only my twelfth publication, my path has already wandered through many genres. For years I have been drawn toward a more lyrical, breath-like style of writing—words that move with the quiet rhythm of wind through leaves. This book felt like a natural deepening of that evolution.

So yes, the artistry was intentional, but it was also instinctive—my prose simply following the currents it was always meant to follow.

Was it important for you to deliver a moral to readers, or was it circumstantial to deliver an effective novel?

My intention was to illuminate the gentle spirit of animism—the understanding that every stone, river, creature, and tree carries its own life and dignity. I hoped readers might feel a tender reverence for the world around them.

Additionally, the deeper messaging of The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the Fox rose from a very personal place: I wanted to write the book I have needed to read my entire life. I have died a thousand deaths in my own ego, heart, and mind to bring this story into the world, fully illustrated and fully alive.

Beyond its lessons, the book is meant as a lantern for the wandering heart: a source of quiet comfort, a glimmer of hope, and a reminder that we are all travelers in this strange, marvelous, ever-unfolding world.

What is the next book that you are working on, and when can your fans expect it to be out?

My next children’s book, Delilah’s Dreamlight Candles, will arrive on December 1st—a small offering of light for the winter season. Alongside it, I am shaping Books Two and Three of my Godslayer Trilogy, both set to be released in 2026.

The first book, The Infinydon, was my debut novel and was honored with the Literary Titan Silver Award in 2022, a milestone that still fills me with quiet gratitude.

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The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the FoxWritten and Illustrated by Award-Winning Novelist MC Lorbiecke
“IN A FOREST older than thunder and younger than sleep, where moss whispered secrets and the stars forgot to wink, a silver-furred fox was born beneath a lunar eclipse…”
So begins the unforgettable journey of Ashfern the Fox, a creature both wild and wise, born of starlight in a lush, enchanted forest. In this luminous, thought-provoking tale, award-winning author and artist MC Lorbiecke invites readers of all ages into a world where every river stone, fern, and fallen feather holds a spirit of its own.
Told in lyrical, poetic prose and brought to life with rich, fantastical illustrations, The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the Fox gently explores the beauty of impermanence and the eternal rhythm of life, death, and renewal. Rooted in the indigenous concept of animism, the story reminds us that nature is not a backdrop but a living, breathing presence, one that sees, remembers, and loves.
As Ashfern moves through a hundred quiet lifetimes , forgetting, remembering, and becoming, readers are offered a comforting vision of a world where loss is not an ending, but a transformation. This book speaks softly to those carrying grief, reminding them that nothing is ever truly lost; it is only changed.
A perfect companion for quiet moments, thoughtful hearts, and curious minds, The Hundred Lives of Ashfern the Fox is a timeless fable for anyone learning how to let go while holding on to wonder.

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