Illustrated Easter Books Perfect for Gifting this Spring

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Illustrated Easter Books Perfect for Gifting this Spring

As the world awakens to springtime blooms and soft sunshine, Easter offers a moment to celebrate new beginnings. While chocolate eggs and plush bunnies may bring instant joy, there’s something extra special about a present that […]

8 Beautifully Illustrated Gift Books for Mother’s Day

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8 Beautifully Illustrated Gift Books for Mother’s Day

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the magic of storytelling with a gift as timeless as a mother’s love, a beautifully illustrated book. Whether they cherish classic fairy tales, exquisite vintage artwork, or the delicate language of flowers, […]

The King of the Fishes – A Joseph Jacobs Tale

The King of the Fishes – A Joseph Jacobs Tale

A beautiful golden fish, two twin brothers, and a terrifying dragon. The King of the Fishes – A Joseph Jacobs Tale – Once upon a time there was a fisherman who was very poor and felt […]

Stan Bolovan – A Romanian Dragon Tale

Stan Bolovan – A Romanian Dragon Tale

A hundred children, a pair of dragons, and a game of trickery. Stan Bolovan – A Romanian Dragon Tale – ONCE upon a time what happened did happen, and if it had not happened this story […]

The Dragon – An Italian Tale

The Dragon – An Italian Tale

A monstrous dragon, a kindly bird, and a brave young prince. The Dragon – An Italian Tale by Giambattista Basile – HE who seeks the injury of another finds his own hurt; and he who spreads […]

The Story of Sigurd – A Dragon Tale

The Story of Sigurd – A Dragon Tale

Fafnir the dragon, a hoard of treasure, and the bravest man in the land. The Story of Sigurd – A Dragon Tale by Andrew Lang –   ONCE upon a time there was a King in […]

The Dragon of the North – An Andrew Lang Tale

The Dragon of the North – An Andrew Lang Tale

A magic ring, a pretty witch-maiden, and a fearsome dragon The Dragon of the North An Estonian Tale – Andrew Lang VERY long ago, as old people have told me, there lived a terrible monster, who […]

Dragon Fairy Tales – Fiery Stories, Myths, and Legends

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Dragon Fairy Tales – Fiery Stories, Myths, and Legends

Join us as we delve into the realm of dragon fairy tales, myths, and legends. Dragons have long been antagonists in our stories, from weird worms and sly serpents to winged wyverns and fire-breathing beasts, these […]

Dark Fairy Tales – 21 Original Stories to Make Your Toes Curl

Dark Fairy Tales – 21 Original Stories to Make Your Toes Curl

Many of the classic fairy tales that we all know and love have a much darker, twisted original version. Famous story creators such as the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and Charles Perrault featured grisly deaths […]

La Finta Nonna – The Italian Red Riding Hood

La Finta Nonna – The Italian Red Riding Hood

A treacherous walk through the woods, a wicked wolf, and an all too familiar meal. La Finta Nonna – The False Grandmother – The Italian Red Riding Hood – Once upon a time a girl was […]

Gold-Tree and Silver-Tree – A Joseph Jacobs Fairy Tale

Gold-Tree and Silver-Tree – A Joseph Jacobs Fairy Tale

A beautiful daughter, a jealous queen, and a wise old trout. GOLD-TREE AND SILVER-TREE – A JOSEPH JACOBS FAIRY TALE –   ONCE upon a time there was a king who had a wife, whose name […]

The Handless Maiden – A Brothers Grimm Tale

The Handless Maiden – A Brothers Grimm Tale

An evil spirit’s promise, a virtuous daughter mutilated, and a king determined to be reunited with his wife and child.   The Handless Maiden – A Brothers Grimm Tale – A CERTAIN Miller had fallen by […]