Tales from the Enchanted Forest
@fromenchanted.bsky.social
Podcasters and Storytellers dedicated to sharing fairy tales, myths, legends, folktales from all around the world! Tune in for folklore!
Show notes and research on our website: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com
Show notes and research on our website: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com
Today is Book Lovers Day and since yesterday was Cat Day and it also happens to be Women in Translation Month...that means the stars have aligned perfectly for us to talk about Japanese Cat Lit - arguably one of my favourite sub genres of the cosy/ healing fiction.
August 9, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Today is Book Lovers Day and since yesterday was Cat Day and it also happens to be Women in Translation Month...that means the stars have aligned perfectly for us to talk about Japanese Cat Lit - arguably one of my favourite sub genres of the cosy/ healing fiction.
Practicing some cryptic crosswords and came across this enchanting clue! - try to solve it on your own and then check the linked post for clues to solve it step by step!
August 9, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Practicing some cryptic crosswords and came across this enchanting clue! - try to solve it on your own and then check the linked post for clues to solve it step by step!
Happy International Cat Day! Cat fiction reminds me constantly that pets have a healing power not to be understated. Case in point: Syou Ishida's "We'll Prescribe you a Cat" and "We'll Prescribe you Another Cat." It's also international Women in Translation Month, so the perfect series to enjoy!
August 8, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Happy International Cat Day! Cat fiction reminds me constantly that pets have a healing power not to be understated. Case in point: Syou Ishida's "We'll Prescribe you a Cat" and "We'll Prescribe you Another Cat." It's also international Women in Translation Month, so the perfect series to enjoy!
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A book-shaped ✨dream✨ just arrived at my door ٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶!
I just opened my very first copy of Legends of Japan, my new middle-grade book filled with 50 Japanese heroes, monsters, spirits, and strange old tales. With stunning artwork by Tomii Masako ✨💕.
I just opened my very first copy of Legends of Japan, my new middle-grade book filled with 50 Japanese heroes, monsters, spirits, and strange old tales. With stunning artwork by Tomii Masako ✨💕.
July 18, 2026 at 11:58 PM
A book-shaped ✨dream✨ just arrived at my door ٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶!
I just opened my very first copy of Legends of Japan, my new middle-grade book filled with 50 Japanese heroes, monsters, spirits, and strange old tales. With stunning artwork by Tomii Masako ✨💕.
I just opened my very first copy of Legends of Japan, my new middle-grade book filled with 50 Japanese heroes, monsters, spirits, and strange old tales. With stunning artwork by Tomii Masako ✨💕.
Ishtar opened her mouth and said again, "My father, give me the Bull of Heaven to destroy Gilgamesh. Fill Gilgamesh, I say, with arrogance to his destruction; but if you refuse to give me the Bull of Heaven I will break in the doors of hell and smash the bolts..." #WyrdWednesday
🎨 Marco Lorenzetti
🎨 Marco Lorenzetti
July 29, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Ishtar opened her mouth and said again, "My father, give me the Bull of Heaven to destroy Gilgamesh. Fill Gilgamesh, I say, with arrogance to his destruction; but if you refuse to give me the Bull of Heaven I will break in the doors of hell and smash the bolts..." #WyrdWednesday
🎨 Marco Lorenzetti
🎨 Marco Lorenzetti
Fishbone Cinderella (pub. July 28th) weaves itself along with the story of Ye Xian from 850 CE (Yeh Shen as named in the book), a poor maiden who was abused by her stepmother and sister. Historically, the first iterations of the cinderella archetype come from China! Instead of a fairy god mother-
July 24, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Fishbone Cinderella (pub. July 28th) weaves itself along with the story of Ye Xian from 850 CE (Yeh Shen as named in the book), a poor maiden who was abused by her stepmother and sister. Historically, the first iterations of the cinderella archetype come from China! Instead of a fairy god mother-
@denisegallagher.bsky.social joins us in the Enchanted Forest tomorrow to share all things folklore, seasonal myths, art, kidlit and her process with "How to Calm a Rain Bull" out in September! Stay tuned for a special reading of "The Candle Dragon" as well!
July 21, 2026 at 8:41 AM
@denisegallagher.bsky.social joins us in the Enchanted Forest tomorrow to share all things folklore, seasonal myths, art, kidlit and her process with "How to Calm a Rain Bull" out in September! Stay tuned for a special reading of "The Candle Dragon" as well!
It's Canada vs. Switzerland tonight and we're celebrating with a (you guessed it) seasonal story! Join us for "How Summer Came to Canada: a Glooscap tale" out now! Winter giants, Blob the whale and a beaver feud all round out this tale of summer! www.nfb.ca/film/summer_...
Summer Legend
This short animation tells the tale of the great spirit Glooscap and how he battled with the giant Winter in order to bring Summer to the North and …
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June 24, 2026 at 2:51 PM
It's Canada vs. Switzerland tonight and we're celebrating with a (you guessed it) seasonal story! Join us for "How Summer Came to Canada: a Glooscap tale" out now! Winter giants, Blob the whale and a beaver feud all round out this tale of summer! www.nfb.ca/film/summer_...
Happy World Book Day! What are you currently reading?
I just finished Aicha by Soraya Bouazzaoui which is based on Moroccan folklore of Aicha Kandicha and the Siege of Mazagan (later El-Jadida) in 1769. While the world was lush, unfortunately the pacing and depth was lacking.
I just finished Aicha by Soraya Bouazzaoui which is based on Moroccan folklore of Aicha Kandicha and the Siege of Mazagan (later El-Jadida) in 1769. While the world was lush, unfortunately the pacing and depth was lacking.
April 23, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Happy World Book Day! What are you currently reading?
I just finished Aicha by Soraya Bouazzaoui which is based on Moroccan folklore of Aicha Kandicha and the Siege of Mazagan (later El-Jadida) in 1769. While the world was lush, unfortunately the pacing and depth was lacking.
I just finished Aicha by Soraya Bouazzaoui which is based on Moroccan folklore of Aicha Kandicha and the Siege of Mazagan (later El-Jadida) in 1769. While the world was lush, unfortunately the pacing and depth was lacking.
Tales and Feathers is a fantastic showcase of stories that fall in the liminal spaces of fantasy. Stories and illustrations sure to give you the perfect feeling for Spring!!
Dear readers,
TALES & FEATHERS VOLUME 4 IS NOW LIVE! 🎊
Fantasy is full of world ending dangers. Of wars & high stakes & lives on the line. But what comes after?👀
Subscribers can find the issue in their inbox within 24 hours, & we have 2 FREE pieces on our site RIGHT NOW!
Click the link below!⬇️
TALES & FEATHERS VOLUME 4 IS NOW LIVE! 🎊
Fantasy is full of world ending dangers. Of wars & high stakes & lives on the line. But what comes after?👀
Subscribers can find the issue in their inbox within 24 hours, & we have 2 FREE pieces on our site RIGHT NOW!
Click the link below!⬇️
Tales & Feathers Magazine - Volume 4
Fantasy is full of world-ending dangers. But what comes after the adventure? After the war is over? After you’ve survived? Or even, after death?
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March 21, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Tales and Feathers is a fantastic showcase of stories that fall in the liminal spaces of fantasy. Stories and illustrations sure to give you the perfect feeling for Spring!!
Eid and Nowruz fall on the same day so whichever you are celebrating, we hope you have a healthy and happy year!
We have covered many Persian tales in the past from the Shahnameh to the Poor Prince: An Afghan tale... #EidMubarak #Nowruz
We have covered many Persian tales in the past from the Shahnameh to the Poor Prince: An Afghan tale... #EidMubarak #Nowruz
March 20, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Eid and Nowruz fall on the same day so whichever you are celebrating, we hope you have a healthy and happy year!
We have covered many Persian tales in the past from the Shahnameh to the Poor Prince: An Afghan tale... #EidMubarak #Nowruz
We have covered many Persian tales in the past from the Shahnameh to the Poor Prince: An Afghan tale... #EidMubarak #Nowruz
It's almost SPRING! While we are escaping the clutches of jackets worn for a cold morning, a goddess is escaping the underworld! But which one? Persephone? Or are the Oak King and Holly King gearing up for a fight?
What is your favourite seasonal myth?
What is your favourite seasonal myth?
March 17, 2026 at 2:41 PM
It's almost SPRING! While we are escaping the clutches of jackets worn for a cold morning, a goddess is escaping the underworld! But which one? Persephone? Or are the Oak King and Holly King gearing up for a fight?
What is your favourite seasonal myth?
What is your favourite seasonal myth?
Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman have done remarkable work with their compendium of faefolk, "Fairylore." It is divine to see a thoroughly researched collection that not only details different folk, but addresses their role in story-telling and legends while also adding tales for each section…
March 9, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman have done remarkable work with their compendium of faefolk, "Fairylore." It is divine to see a thoroughly researched collection that not only details different folk, but addresses their role in story-telling and legends while also adding tales for each section…
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For International Women's Day, I highly recommend the Elemental Logic series by Laurie J. Marks: four books that ought to be known as the Masterworks of Fantasy that they bloody well are. And a bonus: the gorgeous cover art for these editions is by @tanaudel.bsky.social, a very fine writer herself.
March 8, 2026 at 3:05 PM
For International Women's Day, I highly recommend the Elemental Logic series by Laurie J. Marks: four books that ought to be known as the Masterworks of Fantasy that they bloody well are. And a bonus: the gorgeous cover art for these editions is by @tanaudel.bsky.social, a very fine writer herself.
There was a time when young Ermellina was driven from her father's home by her wicked stepmother. She was so lovely that fairies took her in, but her stepmother would not let her rest and came to her with tricks most foul. Once, she arrived as a tailor.. #MorbidMarch
March 1, 2026 at 5:58 PM
There was a time when young Ermellina was driven from her father's home by her wicked stepmother. She was so lovely that fairies took her in, but her stepmother would not let her rest and came to her with tricks most foul. Once, she arrived as a tailor.. #MorbidMarch
How many of these mythical lovers can you name? Search deep within your fairytale, folklore and legends to give us your Valentine's trivia answers!
February 14, 2026 at 5:39 PM
How many of these mythical lovers can you name? Search deep within your fairytale, folklore and legends to give us your Valentine's trivia answers!
Two songs that inspired our latest episode on the Punjabi story of Heer and Ranjha
1. Jogi Mahi from Bachna Ae Haseeno
2. Ranjha from Shershaah
Give both a listen!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKyM...
1. Jogi Mahi from Bachna Ae Haseeno
2. Ranjha from Shershaah
Give both a listen!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKyM...
Jogi Mahi Song | Bachna Ae Haseeno | Ranbir Kapoor | Minissha Lamba | Sukhwinder, Shekhar, Himani
YouTube video by YRF
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February 8, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Two songs that inspired our latest episode on the Punjabi story of Heer and Ranjha
1. Jogi Mahi from Bachna Ae Haseeno
2. Ranjha from Shershaah
Give both a listen!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKyM...
1. Jogi Mahi from Bachna Ae Haseeno
2. Ranjha from Shershaah
Give both a listen!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKyM...
Luo Tou Shi (落头氏)
Also known as the wandering heads is a group of supernatural beings (sometimes ghosts) that can detach their heads that can then fly away. While we couldn't find a lot of information on the Luo Tou Shi, we did find this image from Elaine Chow and Mayura Jain! #WyrdWednesday
Also known as the wandering heads is a group of supernatural beings (sometimes ghosts) that can detach their heads that can then fly away. While we couldn't find a lot of information on the Luo Tou Shi, we did find this image from Elaine Chow and Mayura Jain! #WyrdWednesday
January 28, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Luo Tou Shi (落头氏)
Also known as the wandering heads is a group of supernatural beings (sometimes ghosts) that can detach their heads that can then fly away. While we couldn't find a lot of information on the Luo Tou Shi, we did find this image from Elaine Chow and Mayura Jain! #WyrdWednesday
Also known as the wandering heads is a group of supernatural beings (sometimes ghosts) that can detach their heads that can then fly away. While we couldn't find a lot of information on the Luo Tou Shi, we did find this image from Elaine Chow and Mayura Jain! #WyrdWednesday
The fairy cattle (the crodh sith) would emerge from the waves to graze on the fertile soils of Scorrybreck before being recalled. However, if you wanted to keep them for yourself then all you had to do was toss some churchyard soil between them and the sea.
🎨 Stephen Reid
📷 Robin Dessens
🎨 Stephen Reid
📷 Robin Dessens
January 28, 2026 at 2:42 PM
The fairy cattle (the crodh sith) would emerge from the waves to graze on the fertile soils of Scorrybreck before being recalled. However, if you wanted to keep them for yourself then all you had to do was toss some churchyard soil between them and the sea.
🎨 Stephen Reid
📷 Robin Dessens
🎨 Stephen Reid
📷 Robin Dessens
Tawhaki had a reputation so great that a curious Sky-Fairy came down to see him for herself and fell in love immediately. However, the other fairies did not want her to live on Earth so they came down and snatched her up to Tawhaki's dismay! He wandered around... #FairytaleTuesday
🎨 Arthur Rackham
🎨 Arthur Rackham
January 27, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Tawhaki had a reputation so great that a curious Sky-Fairy came down to see him for herself and fell in love immediately. However, the other fairies did not want her to live on Earth so they came down and snatched her up to Tawhaki's dismay! He wandered around... #FairytaleTuesday
🎨 Arthur Rackham
🎨 Arthur Rackham
Snegurochka, the daughter of Father Frost and Spring, wants to venture out into the human world but she has to protect her heart otherwise she will vanish from this world.
See the beautiful animation below and watch the story unfold!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2TY...
See the beautiful animation below and watch the story unfold!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2TY...
Снегурочка
YouTube video by Мультики студии Союзмультфильм
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January 26, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Snegurochka, the daughter of Father Frost and Spring, wants to venture out into the human world but she has to protect her heart otherwise she will vanish from this world.
See the beautiful animation below and watch the story unfold!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2TY...
See the beautiful animation below and watch the story unfold!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2TY...
As Guðrún prepared to celebrate Christmas eve with her lover, the Deacon, she did not know he had drowned a few days prior. So she had nothing to fear when he appeared at her door that night...
"The moon glides,
Death rides,
Seest thou not the white place
In the back of my head,
Garun, Garun?"
"The moon glides,
Death rides,
Seest thou not the white place
In the back of my head,
Garun, Garun?"
December 17, 2025 at 10:36 AM
As Guðrún prepared to celebrate Christmas eve with her lover, the Deacon, she did not know he had drowned a few days prior. So she had nothing to fear when he appeared at her door that night...
"The moon glides,
Death rides,
Seest thou not the white place
In the back of my head,
Garun, Garun?"
"The moon glides,
Death rides,
Seest thou not the white place
In the back of my head,
Garun, Garun?"
#BookologyThursday I love the Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden and how it weaves so many figures from Russian folklore and storytelling into the trilogy.
Illumicrate special edition cover by @rudebeetle on Instagram
Fanart by Rosiethorns88 on Instagram (@rosiethorns88.bsky.social)
Illumicrate special edition cover by @rudebeetle on Instagram
Fanart by Rosiethorns88 on Instagram (@rosiethorns88.bsky.social)
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
#BookologyThursday I love the Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden and how it weaves so many figures from Russian folklore and storytelling into the trilogy.
Illumicrate special edition cover by @rudebeetle on Instagram
Fanart by Rosiethorns88 on Instagram (@rosiethorns88.bsky.social)
Illumicrate special edition cover by @rudebeetle on Instagram
Fanart by Rosiethorns88 on Instagram (@rosiethorns88.bsky.social)
I always forget its a public holiday on All Saint's Day until I try to go shopping and all the stores are closed and then I convince myself it's Sunday and that's why the shops are closed until I realize its a public holiday right before a Sunday which means no grocery shopping this weekend!
a woman in a blue shirt is making a funny face .
ALT: a woman in a blue shirt is making a funny face .
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November 1, 2025 at 7:28 AM
I always forget its a public holiday on All Saint's Day until I try to go shopping and all the stores are closed and then I convince myself it's Sunday and that's why the shops are closed until I realize its a public holiday right before a Sunday which means no grocery shopping this weekend!
Unfortunately, the Murder and Magic at Pengersick Castle episode is delayed until HALLOWEEN! Mainly because we've been watching the Blue Jays dominate during the World Series, but that does mean the spooky goodness will be ready very soon! Hope you can all wait just a little longer for the chaos!
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Unfortunately, the Murder and Magic at Pengersick Castle episode is delayed until HALLOWEEN! Mainly because we've been watching the Blue Jays dominate during the World Series, but that does mean the spooky goodness will be ready very soon! Hope you can all wait just a little longer for the chaos!