About D.M. De Alwis
Author Biography
Diliny M. De Alwis is a Canadian-born Sri Lankan author who lives in Canada with her large family of three kids and three pets who often serve as inspiration for her books. Her passion for researching and writing prehistoric fantasy grew while playing pachinko through several careers. When not writing, she can be found volunteering for the cadet corps and teaching.
Ahasae Tharu (Ah-ha-say th-ah-roo) means "In the sky, stars" in Sinhalese (Aakasha Tara in Sanskrit).
- Author Blog is the spill-off from researching and publishing.
- Myths & Samsara is a podcast on mythology and folklore.
- Anecdotal Evidence is a compilation of life, managing relationships and cultural nuance, and lessons learned.
If you need help and want to connect, Ahasae Tharu is my catch-all brand for publishing, product consulting, and coaching. It's also the name of my Imprint.
A Journey of Stories: Timeline
2008
Freelance web development launch.
2018
The Erudite Bookworm re-launched on Medium.
2023
MAR: The Taking published.
MAY: Which Feeling (Children's book) published.
MAY: Which Feeling (Children's book) published.
2025
FEB: Best Friends (Children's book) published.
MAR: Myths & Samsara Podcast launched; dmdealwis.com site migration.
SEP: A Lion's Head published.
MAR: Myths & Samsara Podcast launched; dmdealwis.com site migration.
SEP: A Lion's Head published.
2026
JAN: A Lion's Pride published.
FEB: A Water Horse published.
JUN: The Eyes of Ess-Vaha (Kidlit) published.
FEB: A Water Horse published.
JUN: The Eyes of Ess-Vaha (Kidlit) published.
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