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Berk holds degrees in Ancient History (Bachelor), American Indian Studies (Master of Arts), and Comparative Literature and Culture (Doctor of Philosophy) from Humboldt State University and University of Arizona respectively.
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Ari Berk
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Berk is the author of numerous books for children and adults. He collaborated with fairy artist Brian Froud on The Runes of Elfland and, and was one of the authors of the Lady Cottington series, along with Terry Jones and others Berk began his interactive Secret History children"s mythology series in the mid-2000s with Giants, and followed this volume with Mermaids and Merfolk and Hobgoblins.
He is a professor of English at Central Michigan University and teaches mythology, folklore, American Indian studies, and medieval literature.
Berk is the former editor of the Folksroots section of Realms of Fantasy magazine. He also sits on the board of directors of the Mythic Imagination Institute.
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The Secret History of Giants: Recommended Award 2008, Parent's Choice Award. The Secret History of Giants: Notable Award 2009, The National Council of Teachers of English. William Shakespeare: His Life and Times: Children's Choice Award 2010, School Library Association.The Secret History of Giants: Recommended Award 2008, Parent's Choice Award. The Secret History of Giants: Notable Award 2009, The National Council of Teachers of English. William Shakespeare: His Life and Times: Children's Choice Award 2010, School Library Association.