Allie Markham, also known by her pen name Dracaena Paxx, is the author of The Sacred Spiral and a compassionate voice in the space of healing, grief, and spirituality. With a Bachelor’s degree in Education and certifications in life coaching and grief support, she brings both professional knowledge and deeply personal experience to her work.

Allie has spent years working in early education as a preschool teacher and teacher’s aide, alongside more than 30 years of public speaking and performance through historical reenactment and Renaissance Fayre events. Her unique blend of education, storytelling, and spiritual insight allows her to connect with audiences in a meaningful and authentic way.

Having endured profound personal loss, including the passing of her husband, brother, and son, Allie speaks from a place of lived experience. She is dedicated to helping others navigate grief, heal from trauma, and reconnect with themselves through spirituality and self-awareness. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she reminds others that while everyone may speak a different language, we are all ultimately seeking the same understanding, healing, and connection.