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Ksenia J. Merck on Modern Mystic Soul: Love Beyond Time, Art, and the Legacy of Ghost Flower
Ksenia J. Merck guested on Modern Mystic Soul to share the powerful story behind Ghost Flower, her journey through grief, and how creativity became a bridge between worlds. In this heartfelt conversation, she explores legacy, spiritual connection, and publishing through Merc2Press—revealing how love continues beyond time.
4 days ago


Ksenia Merck on the Your Book, Your Voice Podcast: Bringing Ghostflower to Life as an Audiobook
Ksenia Merck joins the Your Book, Your Voice podcast to share the powerful story behind the Ghostflower audiobook—an inspiring science fiction tale written by her late husband, William F. Merck. In this heartfelt episode, Ksenia discusses time travel, leadership, legacy, and how narrating her husband’s work became an act of love and purpose. Listen to the full episode to discover how Ghostflower blends adventure, humanity, and storytelling through voice.
Feb 5


Turning Grief Into Purpose: How Ksenia Merck Honored Love Through Creativity
Artist and publisher Ksenia Merck shares on Linda’s Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life how she transformed grief into purpose after losing her mother and husband. By publishing her late husband’s manuscript Ghostflower and creating a healing journal, she shows how creativity can help process loss, honor loved ones, and move forward with meaning.
Jan 29


Ksenia Merck Shares Her Journey Through Grief on the Tendrils of Grief Podcast
In this heartfelt episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, Ksenia Merck shares how love, creativity, and spiritual connection helped her navigate profound loss. From publishing her late husband’s novel Ghostflower to finding healing through art, her story offers hope to anyone grieving.
Jan 21


Ksenia Merck on How Art Helps Heal Grief
Ksenia Merck shares her journey of healing grief through art, from honoring her late husband’s legacy with the Ghost Flower project to finding creative expression as a path to emotional renewal. Learn how painting, writing, and other creative practices can help transform loss into meaning, purpose, and self-discovery.
Jan 8


Ksenia Merck Featured on the Grief Observed Podcast to Honor the Legacy of Author William F. Merck
Explore Ksenia Merck’s journey of grief, creativity, and honoring her late husband William Merck’s legacy on the Grief Observed Podcast. Discover how finishing his novel Ghost Flower and creating a companion journal helped her heal, embrace artistic expression, and inspire others navigating loss.
Dec 4, 2025


William F. Merck Receives Posthumous International Impact Book Award
Celebrate William F. Merck’s literary achievement as he receives the International Impact Book Award posthumously. Discover how judges praised Ghost Flower for its innovative storytelling, rich characters, and seamless blend of science, history, and romance. Honor Ksenia Merck as she accepts the award on his behalf, continuing his legacy and inspiring readers worldwide.
Dec 4, 2025


Ksenia Merck Returns to The Donna Seebo Show to Talk About Love, Loss, and the Ghost Flower Legacy
Artist and architect Ksenia Merck returns to The Donna Seebo Show to share how the Ghost Flower Companion Journal continues the legacy of her late husband William F. Merck II. In this heartfelt interview, she opens up about love, loss, art, and creative healing through their timeless story, Ghost Flower.
Oct 17, 2025


Gamechangers Podcast Feature with Ksenia Merck
In the latest episode of the Game Changer’s Collective Podcast, artist and architect Ksenia Merck shares her deeply moving story of love, loss, and creative rebirth. Titled “Ghost Flower – A Journey of Love and Legacy,” the episode explores how Ksenia honored her late husband, William F. Merck II, by completing his unfinished novel Ghost Flower and creating its powerful Companion Journal. Through art and storytelling, she transformed grief into healing and purpose, inspiring
Sep 25, 2025


Ksenia Merck on The Donna Seebo Show: A Story of Love, Legacy, and Creative Healing Through Ghost Flower
In a heartfelt conversation on The Donna Seebo Show, artist and architect Ksenia Merck shares how completing her late husband William F. Merck II’s novel, Ghost Flower – Space, Time, Destiny, became a journey of love, healing, and creative legacy. Blending art, science, and spirituality, Ksenia opens up about transforming grief into inspiration and continuing William’s mission through the Ghost Flower Companion Journal. Her story is a moving reminder that creativity has the p
Jan 15, 2025


Pirates!
“… the pirate ship fired a warning shot across the bow of Captain Henry’s boat and through a bullhorn, ordered them to surrender.”
Oct 10, 2024


The Andromeda Galaxy
Examine this beautiful spiral galaxy mentioned in Ghost Flower that contains around twice the number of stars as the Milky Way.
Oct 10, 2024


Ghost Flower Prologue
The small band of interplanetary castaways had no idea, on this first day on a foreign world, the chain of events being triggered that would ultimately affect the survival of millions.
Oct 9, 2024


Ancient Flower Remedies
The ancient and alien-planted Ghost Flower holds significant importance for several reasons.
Oct 9, 2024


Is Generation Z the answer to current recruiting woes?
Bill talks with Will Martin at the Reserve & National Guard Magazine about recent struggles in recruiting and retaining qualified military personnel.
Nov 2, 2023


WJAC TV Interview on Military Recruitment Challenges
As the U.S. Army battles recruitment challenges, Bill suggests how innovative efforts can attract a new generation of soldiers.
Oct 23, 2023


Success Made to Last: Author’s Corner Interview
Bill talks about overcoming ageism in the workplace, embracing change, and building your adaptability.
Sep 20, 2023


The Unspoken Bias: Ageism in the Workplace Interview
Dive into a thought-provoking discussion that explores not just the definition, but the subtle ways ageism infiltrates our everyday lives and particularly, our workplaces.
Sep 20, 2023


Frontlines of Freedom Podcast: On Military Readiness
In this podcast excerpt, Bill expands his thoughts on military recruitment issues and strategies to improve retention.
Sep 13, 2023


Faces of Leadership: Appearance on the Donna Seebo Show
Bill shares his experience and insights into what it takes to become a leader with Donna Seebo on her show, Faces of Leadership.
Sep 7, 2023
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