Ashley Love
Ashley Love knew she wanted to be a writer after she got hooked on Ann M. Martin's The Babysitter's Club series. From a very young age she wrote stories about her friends and herself, and continued to read anything and everything from young adult literature to nonfiction.
In high school she wrote and helped publish the creative writing publication, Reflections. After attending St. Cloud State University she earned a Bachelors of Science in Mass Communications: Print Journalism, a Bachelors of Arts in English: Literature and Writing, and a minor in Criminal Justice. During this time she wrote for the University Chronicle in Feature and News pieces, as well as interning for the St. Cloud Times Feature team. Memorable articles include interviewing Sister Andre Marthaler, Sheila's Shawls, and the history of slavery in Minnesota.
Afterwards, she attended graduate school at the University of North Alabama. She completed her thesis on retelling fairy tales through young adult literature. During this time Ashley also had the good fortune of interning at Walt Disney World in 2008. Her roles included being frontline Cast Member and trainer at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and a Staff Writer for Disney's Eyes & Ears. This was an amazing opportunity and while it is difficult to choose, some of
Ashley's favorite articles include: Dolphins-in-Depth experience, the history of the Cinderella Coach, and her behind-the-scenes look at Wishes, Illuminations: Reflections of Earth, and Fantasmic!
Ashley currently works as a freelance writer. In her free time she indulges her reading habit, shoe addiction, and love for animation. Some of her favorite books now include:
The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle
The Looking Glass Wars series by Frank Beddor
Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman
Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett
Beauty: A Retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Robin McKinley
The Rose and the Beast: Fairy Tales Retold by Francesca Lia Block
Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan
Check out her fairy tale focused blog and professional website.
Latest Articles
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Disney's Magic Kingdom Special Event Parties
The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts have many wonderful attractions, events, and experiences for guests. Special event parties are particularly popular.
Mar 20, 2010
- Ashley Love
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Experiencing the Magic Kingdom's Highlights
Take the time to experience some of the Magic Kingdom's classic attractions. They're perfect for any rainy day at Walt Disney World.
Mar 16, 2010
- Ashley Love
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Surviving Rainy Days at the Magic Kingdom
The Magic Kingdom Park is fun, rain or shine. There are dozens of options to keep you and your family warm, dry, and still keep the spark in your family adventure.
Mar 15, 2010
- Ashley Love
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Surviving Rainy Days at Downtown Disney
Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney is, ultimately, an outside affair, but when readily armed with umbrellas or ponchos, shopping and exploring becomes easy.
Mar 15, 2010
- Ashley Love
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How to Survive Rainy Days at Epcot
Nothing is worse than planning a Disney vacation, feeling the excitement
build, and then getting caught in the rain. Here are some tips on how to still enjoy the day.
Mar 14, 2010
- Ashley Love
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Donna Jo Napoli's Fairy Tale Retellings
Donna Jo Napoli retells fairy tales with a distinct, psychological twist that leaves readers fascinated.
Mar 6, 2010
- Ashley Love
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The Sea of Monsters Book Review
Rick Riordan's second Percy Jackson adventure is sure to please all audiences, reinventing Greek myth, and teaching some valuable lessons along the way.
Mar 4, 2010
- Ashley Love
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