Amanda L. Rautio
Hi there! I’m the author behind The Mythosmith. I write in the gaps between mythology and academia for people who believe old stories still matter today. Drawing from ancient history, linguistics, scholarly sources, and folklore, I reimagine timeless stories through a modern lens.
Whether you’re here for epic fantasy, thoughtful essays, or handmade creations for your reading nook, you’re in good company.
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Featured Books
A Fairytale in the Making
The Mirror of the Lost and the Found
The Fruit of Life and Death
In a world governed by ancient rules and divine power, two women—Persephone,...
The Craft of Crowdfunding and Myth-Making with Amanda L. Rautio
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Booksleeves
Handmade Canadian Cotton & Fleece Book SleevesProtect your favorite reads in style...
✨Book Babble Episode 73: Myth, Memory, and Amanda L. Rautio ✨
From the Blog: Juvenilia
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Delightful Wordplay and Concealed Conflict in '...
Amanda RautioCharlotte Brontë’s novel, Jane Eyre, employs a wonderful turn of phrase, all stemming from Jane’s last name, “Eyre”. It is so unbelievably multifunctional, I could barely tolerate my excitement and...
Delightful Wordplay and Concealed Conflict in '...
Amanda RautioCharlotte Brontë’s novel, Jane Eyre, employs a wonderful turn of phrase, all stemming from Jane’s last name, “Eyre”. It is so unbelievably multifunctional, I could barely tolerate my excitement and...
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Irrationalities Compared in Oedipus Rex and Le Cid
Amanda RautioIn Oedipus Rex by Sophocles, there seems to be controversy over whether or not there are improbabilities at all. According to Joseph Margin in, “Aristotle and the Irrational and Improbable...
Irrationalities Compared in Oedipus Rex and Le Cid
Amanda RautioIn Oedipus Rex by Sophocles, there seems to be controversy over whether or not there are improbabilities at all. According to Joseph Margin in, “Aristotle and the Irrational and Improbable...
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Identity Explored Through Mystery and Discovery...
Amanda RautioThe Victorian Era of literature was vast, and the evolution of ideas and stakes grew particularly towards the end of 19th century. The four novels, Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens...
Identity Explored Through Mystery and Discovery...
Amanda RautioThe Victorian Era of literature was vast, and the evolution of ideas and stakes grew particularly towards the end of 19th century. The four novels, Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens...
What We Offer
Books by Amanda L. Rautio: Dive into rich stories inspired by myth and legend, from fantasy novels to creative non-fiction essays.
Handmade Bookish Goods: Beautifully crafted bookmarks, Kindle sleeves, book sleeves, and scented candles designed for readers and writers who treasure their stories.