Gloria Star
Advisory
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I began my work as a
professional astrologer almost thirty years ago, and thus far the
journey has been life-transforming. Part of my quest has led me to
write, and in the past seventeen years I’ve written, edited
or contributed to 29 astrology books, annuals and anthologies. Among
these, Astrology: Woman
to Woman, Astrology
& Your Child, and the Llewellyn Sun Sign and Moon
Sign books are probably the best known. Other writing projects have
included newspaper and magazine columns on or about astrology, in
addition to work that’s appeared online for a variety of
applications. My feature column for The Mountain Astrologer
- “Astrology News” – has provided an opportunity for me to stay
up to date about developments in the world of astrology, and astrology
in the world. I’ve also conceptualized and written
the text for four astrological report writer software programs. As a
teacher, I’ve created ongoing classes in astrology from
beginning to advanced levels and have enjoyed working as a mentor for
several astrologers in their early professional practice. From local
and regional lectures and presentations to international astrological
conferences, I’ve presented over 1000 classes and workshops.
Over time,
it’s also been important for me to give back to the
astrological community. On local levels, I was a Charter Member and
held several offices for the Oklahoma NCGR. Later, I was Publicity
Director for the San Diego Astrological Society. As a member of the
AFAN Steering Committee, on the Advisory Board for AFAN, and the
Advisory Board for NCGR, there have been opportunities to work on
behalf of astrology. I was the Editor of the AFAN Newsletter from 1992
– 1997, and have served on the Board of Advisors for Kepler
College since its early formation. In addition, I served on
the UAC Board from 1999 - 2001, and I was one of the team of organizers
who made UAC happen from 1995 – 2002. It was my great honor
to be Emcee for the opening of both UAC ’98 and
UAC’02. Beyond my work in astrology, I am also
active in state and local politics in Connecticut. In my
“free” time, gardening helps to keep me grounded,
while singing and performing in local chorales and theater productions
keeps my wings aflutter.