Infinite Light Publishing LLC

10/25/2025

We are happy to report that Ayn Cates Sullivan's recently novel Riddles of the Ancestors published by Infinite Light is receiving five star reviews.

"Riddles of the Ancestors: Legends of the Grail Series by Ayn Cates Sullivan is a towering epic fantasy that crosses millennia,
dimensions, and cultures. Humanity is slowly destroying our very
planet, and perhaps the only way to save it before it is too late is to delve into the mystical and magical world of the past. From
modern-day London to inter-dimensional space and time, we find
ourselves on a journey to seek help from the ancients, Merlin and
his twin sister Ganieda, to restore balance to the universe. Along
the way, readers will be immersed in Celtic lore, the Druidic
stronghold of Mona (or modern-day Anglesea), Avalon and the
Knights of Camelot, ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian gods, with dragons, and at the centerpiece of everything, the famous “Round Table.” The journey will open readers’ minds to the possibilities and unlimited power of not only the universe but of our individual minds. This is a journey of discovery that will reveal hidden truths through an epic fantasy adventure.
Riddles of the Ancestors is a compelling adventure. Author Ayn
Cates Sullivan weaves together many different cultures, legends,
and magic in a coherent story that makes sense and is eminently
believable. I truly appreciated the different time frames and realms the author uses to unravel the twisting journey through time, culture, and space. To successfully combine and make sense of different folk histories and lore takes great literary skill, and the author has achieved this delicate assignment. I loved that the underlying theme was to reveal the reality of the world in which we live, and more importantly, the power of each individual to shape and create the environment around us through the power of thought. The idea of a collection of “golden ages” throughout history gives us hope that there is still more to come in our human journey. This is the fourth book in the Legends of the Grail series, but it is a standalone story that can be enjoyed on its own. It will make readers want to read more from this creative and talented author. The prose is, at times, exquisitely lyrical and poetic, carrying readers on a linguistic journey they will enjoy greatly. I thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend it."

Reviewed by Grant Leishman for Readers’ Favorite

The book is now available on Amazon as a paperback or eBook in the USA, UK and most English speaking countries.

What would it take to heal Mother Nature and usher in a Golden Age? Perhaps we would have to call upon Merlin and his twin sister Ganieda to bring back the magic of an ancient past. In , Ayn Cates Sullivan takes us on multiple journeys that weave modern day London, the ancient Druid Isle of Mona...

10/17/2025

We so happy to announce that after a long wait, Ayn Cates Sullivan's Riddles of the Ancestors, the sequel to her well loved novel Nimue: Freeing Merlin is now available on Amazon. We are also planning a gorgeous first edition hardcover for collectors!

Riddles of the Ancestors takes the reader on multiple journeys in various time periods and Otherworlds that weave modern day Britain with an ancient mythological past. Young Merlin and his sister Ganieda discover a Round Table that holds secret star codes that can activate a template for the New Epoch. Before Gaea (Mother Earth) can be reborn, several riddles must be solved in different timelines that involve the druids of Mona, the Olympians, and King Arthur's court. A group of demi-gods must gather in 21st Century London for the shift in ages to occur, but there is always resistance. There are curses to solve and people must work together for a special event to occur at Hampstead Heath, and no one knows the exact timing. Will Gaea survive?

Riddles of the Ancestors is the fourth book and second novel in the Legends of the Grail Series, which can be read in any order. The first chapter of the sequel (third novel), King Arthur & The Wisdom Keepers is also included. The novels, steeped in myth and legend, are designed to take the reader on a quest for the true self. Can the ancient ones help us step into the future?

What would it take to heal Mother Nature and usher in a Golden Age? Perhaps we would have to call upon Merlin and his twin sister Ganieda to bring back the magic of an ancient past. In , Ayn Cates Sullivan takes us on multiple journeys that weave modern day London, the ancient Druid Isle of Mona...

08/09/2025

What a super review of Heroines of Avalon and Other Tales by Ayn Cates Sullivan from the Online Book Club who have been very supportive of our books, especially the novel Nimue: Freeing Merlin:

Review of Heroines of Avalon and Other Tales
Unread post by alisyn ess*x » 20 Jul 2025, 16:51

[Following is a volunteer review of "Heroines of Avalon and Other Tales" by Ayn Cates Sullivan.]
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4 out of 5 stars

Author Ayn Cates Sullivan has earned her degrees in both spiritual psychology and literature from USM, Columbia University and King's College London. Her highly awarded books range from poetry to children’s books to health and healing to metaphysical and mythological fiction.

Opening her book with her history of exploration of the genealogy and ancestry of her family, Ayn provides an eloquent canvas on which she paints this collection of mythological tales of great women of the past that serves as a well researched introduction to the deities and heroines of British and Welsh origin. The connection between Ayn’s ancestry and the stories she unveils is palpable, not unlike being personally present at the feet of a singing harpist as the stories unwind.

A taste of the mesmerizing charm of this luminous book is offered as we encounter the initial story – Arianrhod In Welsh Mythology: ‘Arianrhod is a Celtic Moon Mother Goddess who is the ruler of Caer Sidi, an enchanted island located off the coast of Wales. Caer Sidi is sometimes seen as a revolving castle or portal to Annwn, a Celtic Otherworld. In folklore, Arianrhod rides her celestial chariot through the sky as she observes the tides. She oversees who is coming into the world and who is departing. Arianrhod is the archetypical womb Goddess who connects us to birth, death and re-birth, Her Silver Wheel is a symbol of reincarnation.’ Introducing each of the feminine characters in this way makes the following stories about them lush and visual.

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Heroines of Avalon and Other Tales" by Ayn Cates Sullivan.] 4 out of 5 stars. Author Ayn Cates Sullivan has earne

07/20/2025

We are so happy to see that our book Heroines of Avalon & Other Tales has been honored as the Book of the Day by the Online Book Club.
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Book of the Day, July 20th – Historical Fiction, Rated 5 Stars

Temporarily Discounted on Kindle to only $2.99! Get your copy below:
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This book has earned PERFECT 5-star ratings from multiple Amazon reviewers!
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Heroines of Avalon & Other Tales by Ayn Cates Sullivan transports readers into the time of legend and revisits deities and legendary female characters linked to Welsh and British mythology.
In this book, the author shares her insights and her journey to discovering her past, a journey that compelled her to research the extraordinary characters in her book.

"Ayn Cates Sullivan’s "Legends of the Grail: Stories of the Celtic Goddesses" and her follow-up "The Heroines of Avalon" are initiations and portals into remembrance of the Celtic mythic landscape and the Goddess revealed in her many forms...I felt a deep sense of radiance and reunion with my own Celtic roots, and a deepening reconnection with the ever unfolding Goddess tradition and our Living Earth." ~ 5 star Amazon review
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12/01/2024

Wishing everyone love and light for the holidays.

05/19/2024

This is a great review of Nimue: Freeing Merlin with some very creative imagery.

03/01/2024

My next novel begins in Hampstead. The research is now complete. Amber Sibley - Full Spectrum Beauty caught the moment beautifully as the sun was setting over Hampstead ponds. It's been a grand adventure. Now it's time to go back home and weave some literary magic!

03/01/2024

There's a Celtic tradition of going mad in the forest and then returning with some wisdom. Myrddin WYLLT (Merlin) is a good example. It is so good to turn off the computers and disappear into the mountains for a while. These days you might find sanity in the woods instead, and definitely a few rainbows. Looking at sky, sea, stones and mountains, we are reminded that fundamentally all is well. We need to learn how to find peace within ourselves and then, hopefully, share it with the world.

02/25/2024

Girl Power 5 Star Review! Yay! Shauna Hadsell, the reviewer, said Nimue: Freeing Merlin is one of the best books she's read. Well, that is certainly a compliment!

"Talk about reading a book that grabs your attention and pulls you in deep! I want more of it, had my mind so lost in this book (BUT YET SO FOCUSED).
This is what I love the most about authors!!!! Great job !!! Highly recommending this to my peers.

The fact that it was something about Celtic mythology blows my mind even more because normally I personally wouldn't get into books of this genre. Round of applause for keeping it so interesting and wanting to be fed more.
She uses her in-depth knowledge of the Old Religions and obvious shear love of the legends to create a vivid world and charming characters revolving around the Ladies of the Lake, Merlin, Avalon, and Modern England. The story, is wonderful written, easy to follow, and the book is very difficult to put down! Though it falters slightly in the shift of character perspectives, NIMUE: Freeing Merlin is well written and researched and successfully flips the Arthurian tradition on its head to reveal a powerful, feminist look at the hidden potential within us all
The story is also well researched, with several figures and items from legend making an appearance. Unlike legend, however, Sullivan’s retelling roots hard for girl power, focusing on strong and witty female characters. When Nina’s love interest, Owen, tries to take control of the narrative, he’s told, “Right now, we need a Heroine.” This theme continues throughout the novel, all the way to its empowering climax and Nimue’s realization of her own potential — a perfect reminder for today’s readers, especially those of the “gentler” s*x, that they too have unmatched potential and agency. Along with the captivating story of NIMUE: Freeing Merlin, Sullivan has filled this book with original artwork. Her sketches feature a deliberate use of light and shadow, reflecting the novel’s motifs of dark and light, good and evil. Plus, the author provides readers with short blurbs that give more information about the characters, practices for honoring those mythological figures, and even a meditation for healing. These extra tidbits are a blessing for those who don’t want to leave the world of magic just quite yet.

Rating 4 out of 4 excellent, very good.
5 out of 5 amazing one of the best books I’ve read."

[Following is a volunteer review of "Nimue: Freeing Merlin (Barnes & Noble Edition)" by Ayn Cates Sullivan.] 5 out of 5 stars. Nimue: Freeing Merl

01/06/2024

We are so happy to announce that Nimue is now a number one Barnes and Nobles best selling book! Here is another great 5 star review!

"Nimue Freeing Merlin by Ayn Cates Sullivan is fantasy fiction. The third in the Legends of the Grail series, As i have come to find out. This is my First time reading a book from front to Back. And wanting to read more! It was beyond enjoyable and full of Adventure! The way this Book Tells the story It could of been first in the series. I never felt like I had to read the previous books to understand this one. Or Know Who Nimue or Merlin was. So if you haven't been introduced to this author and you read this book First. You Don't feel like your missing anything and if u follow this series what a treat!! This Story is magical, It has everything that you would want in a book. Love , Magic, Adventure, and Pain.

In this Story You will find A young girl, Nina 17 who is currently living in New York with her mother. They leave to her mother's hometown England to Stay with her brother and get a fresh start after the passing of Nina's Father. Nina feeling like there is something more to her own story, seeks answers and ends up on a journey that you will enjoy reading about.

The details provided and the flow of the words to describe each scene and emotion. I could see it as it was happening the words came off the book and created a movie. The story is told from Nina's perspective.The way grief was detailed raw and relatable. The flow of the book was very nice it transitioned very well. It wasn't rushed or felt like you wanted more details or cut off like you were missing details. The little tokens of laughter was definitely a great add on like the gooseberry yogurt fool. As I read on the book changed as in being in view of someone watching. Exactly how I felt as if I was there watching her like a shadow. I felt immersed with her while feeling her emotions from her perspective and insight.

I really appreciated that the author took the time to research the material. So that it would be accurate and true to character.While highlighting the main character and her journey. As an added Bonus in the book You get the Glossary of The characters to familiarize yourself with in the book beforehand. And a character symbol description.

It's truly a beautiful story because we all want to know who we are and why we are and i feel like when we do find ourselves and our purpose it brings us the peace and power. To learn to be ok with all the challenges of different people we encounter even it if it is for a season. I wish this book didnt end , as i wanted it to keep going especially at the end. It's a reread for me and a bonus add on for any current or new followers.

Although there is no explicit language I would say 18 and up to read. Due the Mature scenes described. The message is Beautiful especially for a Young woman/teen. Definitely a good read I highly recommend.With a few errors. There was nothing to dislike. I give it a deserving 4 out of 4 stars. I would recommend it to lovers of mythological books. So if your a fan of Sword in the Stone and Labyrinth i felt like this was a combination of those 2 books. Enjoy and happy reading!! "

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Nimue: Freeing Merlin (Barnes & Noble Edition)

[Following is a volunteer review of "Nimue: Freeing Merlin (Barnes & Noble Edition)" by Ayn Cates Sullivan.] 5 out of 5 stars. Nimue Freeing Merli

12/20/2023

Nimue: Freeing Merlin is an Amazon bestseller and currently ranking #15 at Barnes & Nobles. You can still get your holiday copy:

To discover what is true about ourselves, we often have to take a quest and undergo initiations that test us to the core. In this Celtic Heroine’s journey, a young modern-day woman, through a series of mystical events, realizes that she was a Lady of the Lake in a previous life. Believing...

12/10/2023

May you find your inner light, and may it guide you safely to the truth of who you are. May you find the work you love, and may friends and family gather around you who recognize the beauty of your soul. May your light work bring healing to the planet, and to those who seek your message. May your losses and tears be brief, and your dreams and visions be stronger. May the dawning of the new light bring you hope, renewal and good health. May you find a warm place to live, an abundance of healthy food, and a community that loves you.

In the darkness hours, remember the light of your soul knows how to guide you back to the present moment and into the arms of those who care. May your soul embrace you like a dear friend, and may that light spill over onto those who also seek the warmth of the returning sun.

It begins with lighting a candle.... and asking for the light to be present and active. I light the candle now.

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As we move toward Winter Solstice and the darkest time of the year, we can choose to focus on the return of the Light. The reason we light candles is because we are sending good wishes and prayers to those we love. We gather together over meals to dream in a positive future together. These actions keep hope alive. Together we can support each other in remembering that longer sunnier days will come again. As we take part in our holiday festivities, let's remember that this is in the time in the western hemisphere when many plants are sleeping, and mystics around the world listen to their dreams. We can light a candle and meditate on the dreams of the Earth.

As we listen, we are reminded that we can find the light within ourselves, and this inner sun can guide us through any darkness. But do not get swallowed by the seduction of despair. The light will be victorious once again. Our light will never go out.

We triumph when we hold a positive vision for humanity. When we focus on goodness, we invite goodness to us. So let's all light a candle each day for the living light within each of us, which is where we can find unity, love, and peace. Let's take a minute, to remember that love matters.

This is a time of year to be compassionate, for many people have been through tremendous changes during these last few years. And the change isn't done. We are all receiving many light codes and vibrational upgrades from the Sun and Earth. Some people are aware of this and others are not. It does not matter, except that when you become aware of the light above and below you, you realize you too are the Divine Light. Once that happens you become a light worker.

May the light awaken in all those who are ready and may all life thrive.

Blessings with Awen (inspiration) for the holidays.