Author & Educational Consultant
"Journey with me through fantasy worlds—where truth seekers venture to heal and unite fractured societies, and fiction holds the closest mirror to reality."
About the Author
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Lisa Perskie Rodriguez, born in NYC and raised in New Jersey, has lived a life deeply intertwined with the North and South American continents. Academically trained in Art History, she found her calling in international education. She launched her educational career in Colombia, South America, where she raised her two children while serving in various roles, from teacher to head of school. In her last post before retirement, she served eighteen years as the Executive Director of the School of the Nations in Brasilia, Brazil.
Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, her experiences have provided rich cultural insights. Lisa's debut fantasy novel, Laela and the Moonline, was published in 2022, followed by the standalone sequel, Arising. Her upcoming novel, Lure of the Blue Cave Planet, takes readers to a brand-new part of the galaxy and will be released soon.
Now residing in Needham, MA, Lisa continues to write and engage in community service. Her work reflects a profound understanding of coming of age and societal transformation.
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Princess Matia stands at the precipice of a new era. Her home world, Calypseum, is finally ready to bridge the cosmos, interacting with three sister planets through high-level interplanetary travel. Guided by the wisdom of their long-term mentors on Lavasta, Calypseum’s leap forward promises a future of harmony—until the aggressive ambitions of the planet Zargon threaten to undermine their core values.
As the shadow of conflict looms, Matia must step out of her youth and into her power. Her journey forces her to untangle a complex web of political alliances, shifting friendships, and the stirring of a new romance. Yet, amidst the galactic turmoil, it is Azzura—the enigmatic, elusive blue cave planet—that remains the ultimate mystery. To defend the sacred heart of her civilization, Matia must arise, learning that true leadership requires balancing the high-tech future of her people with their deepest cultural values and the intuitive truths of her own heart.
This allegorical science fiction and coming-of-age space fantasy novel explores female leadership, the preservation of sacred values, and the crucible of personal emergence. Driven by a rich cast, the narrative reveals how a delicate web of interplanetary relationships—and the intimate, high-stakes choices of its key figures—sparks profound personal transformation and alters the destiny of entire civilizations.
As a young princess prepares to elevate her idealistic civilization into the stars, she must navigate the treacherous waters of both national and interplanetary diplomacy, contending with a predatory planet that poses as an ally.
Arising
An epic tale of unity and transformation unfolds in a mythical realm. Young heroine embarks on a perilous journey to challenge prejudice and unite divided clans. A grand adventure of resilience, love, and social justice.
In the soaring canopy of Aerizon, the Treedle people live in constant fear of the forest floor—and of the brutal Mergon clan who enslave anyone daring to venture below. Laela, a courageous Treedle woman, knows her people’s time is running out under the oppressive shadow of the Mergon regime. Unbeknownst to her, she is destined to become the prophesied leader who will save them.
Her path takes a perilous turn when she becomes the first Treedle woman to ever set foot in Mergonland. There, she meets Prince Mateo, a compassionate royal doctor whose unexpected kindness sparks a powerful bond that defies generations of hatred. When Laela is captured and put on trial for trespassing, Mateo strikes a desperate bargain: he saves his father, King Malcolm, from a fatal heart attack in exchange for Laela’s servitude. Working closely together under dangerous circumstances, the captive leader and the healer prince commit to challenging the fierce prejudices of both their worlds to guarantee the security of the Treedles.
But when King Malcolm passes away during a dramatic confrontation, Mateo's ruthless half-brother, Marl, seizes the throne. Forced to flee for their lives, Laela and Mateo become hunted fugitives, yet remain fiercely united in their shared vision.
To survive, Laela must draw on ancient prophecies, interplanetary allies, and her own rising spirit. Alongside Mateo and a brave alliance of youth from both worlds, she leads a movement to heal centuries of division and build a future rooted in justice.
Arising is an epic fantasy of resistance, renewal, and love that dares to ask: can compassion rewrite destiny.
This thrilling sequel to ‘Laela and the Moonline’ can be fully enjoyed as a standalone novel.
Her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes the first Treedle woman to enter Mergonland, where she encounters Prince Mateo, a compassionate soul and the son of King Malcolm. Their connection challenges the deep-rooted prejudices and triggers a transformative journey for both. However, Laela's presence leads to her capture and trial for trespassing. In an unexpected turn of events, Laela’s servitude at the palace is exchanged for her life when Mateo, who doubles as a skilled doctor, saves his father from a life-threatening heart attack.
In a world divided, young Mergons and Treedles unite, embarking on a perilous mission to create peace and unity. They are aided and inspired by divine and interplanetary forces, empowering Laela to embrace her unique role as the bridge between worlds. The questions that arise from this tale are profound: Can love and unity catalyze social change? Or will the shadows of the past prove insurmountable? Arising is a potent and inspiring story that emphasizes the power of tapping into the spirit of inclusivity to create a peaceful and prosperous future.
"Arising is a deeply moving, thought-provoking fantasy that will resonate with readers who crave stories of transformation, healing, and hope. It’s a triumph of character-driven storytelling and a shining testament to the power of love and unity against the forces of fear and division.
Highly recommended for fans of rich fantasy worlds, strong heroines, and uplifting tales of social change."
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