ABOUT ME

Hello!
I'm
Erika.
Erika Ryan is a journalist and writer based in Florida with experience in digital and print media. Her work has appeared in Strike Magazine and The Daily Front Row, where she has contributed reporting on culture, media and fashion. She is also an author of the young adult fantasy novel, Birth of the Phoenix. This portfolio highlights a selection of her editorial work and published writing.
Birth of the Phoenix
Get lost in the fantasy world of Birth of the Phoenix here!
Aurora was never meant for the mundane world. As the days fold closer to her eighteenth birthday, she comes to realize that what she thought of her small life in Washington was a lie, all starting with four mysterious winged men landing on her roof, one specifically she can’t shake her connection towards. Now, Aurora must be prepared for the inevitable, her life changing forever as the prophecy is about to unfold, her prophecy—the birth of the Phoenix—and the unexplainable connection she has with the past rulers of the two kingdoms on Orion.
Dorion was bound to duty, being the Prince of the Kingdom of Shadows, but there was only one person who could drive him away from it—Aurora. He thought it strange that a mundane girl could uproot his life, invade his mind, and appear in his dreams. There could only be one explanation—she had to be his mate. But how? A girl from the mundane world could never be mated with a Gallant man, however this question changed one night—the night the prophecy deemed important—and now life on Orion is about to change. Aurora wasn't mundane; she was the Phoenix.

Skills & Expertise
My experience spans editorial writing, journalism and multimedia storytelling, with a focus on creating engaging, audience-driven content. I’ve developed skills in interviewing, pitching, and writing under deadline, as well as producing creative podcast episodes that bring stories to life in new ways. As a published author, I approach every project with a strong sense of storytelling, clarity, and creativity.
Editorial Writing
Copy Editing
Producing
Content Editing
Reporting
Audio Storytelling
About "The Dead Speak"
The Dead Speak” is a vibrant, story-driven podcast that brings the voices of the past back to life, blending rich history with imaginative storytelling. As producer of an episode on Marie Laveau—the legendary Voodoo Queen of New Orleans—I helped reawaken her story, diving into the magic, mystery and truth behind her enduring legacy



