Category: Myths & Legends

My Review of Bigfoot, UFOs & the Paranormal: True Encounters Volume 4

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Folklore, Myths & Legends, Paranormal & Supernatural, Series

Bigfoot, UFOs & the Paranormal: True Encounters Volume 4 by Paul G Buckner My rating: 4 of 5 stars Entertaining Yet RespectfulI appreciate how the author let's the story be authentic. His commentary is a beautiful lead into the witness account and a final wrap up. It is conscientious, thought-provoking, and respectful. It truly adds … Continue reading My Review of Bigfoot, UFOs & the Paranormal: True Encounters Volume 4

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Paul Bunyan Day Is Upon Us, Readers!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Folklore, Historical Fiction, Holidays & Observances, Middle Grade Lit, Myths & Legends, Teen, Young Adult, & College, Young Adult, Young Readers

LEARN MORE Today is National Paul Bunyan Day (written by J.M. Northup June 2023) Paul Bunyan was a huge part of my childhood, believe it or not. Perhaps it is because of the logging in Minnesota, my proximity to Wisconsin, or my interest in myth and lore. Whatever the case, he was bigger than life, … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Paul Bunyan Day Is Upon Us, Readers!

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Unicorn Day

by J.M. Northup, posted in FEATURE, Folklore, Holidays & Observances, Myths & Legends, Non-Fiction & Educational, Paranormal & Supernatural, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Young Readers

LEARN MORE Carl Saga once said: “Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence.” That is one of my favorite quotes because it is so true. Often, new discoveries help to prove, disprove, reimagine, and create new questions all at once. Just when we think we understand, we learn we know very little. So, are … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Unicorn Day

Silver Dagger Book Tours – A Curse of Thorns and Slumber

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, FEATURE, Myths & Legends, Paranormal & Supernatural, Romance, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Series, Silver Dagger Book Tours, Women Writers

One kiss could awaken a kingdom... or doom it to eternal darkness. A Curse of Thorns and Slumber: A Sleeping Beauty RetellingLegends Reborn Book 2 by Marie-Hélène Lebeault Genre: Clean Romantasy Fairytale RetellingA cursed prince. A dangerous dream world. A girl who holds the key to their salvation.One kiss could awaken a kingdom... or doom it … Continue reading Silver Dagger Book Tours – A Curse of Thorns and Slumber

My Book Review of Golem

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Folklore, History, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Myths & Legends, Non-Fiction & Educational, Paranormal & Supernatural

Golem by David Wisniewski My rating: 4 of 5 stars Dark Historical FictionI knew what a golem was, so seeing a middle grade book about one drew my eye. Was this a horror story for kids? I needed to know more.Surprisingly, this is a Jewish tale. A Historical Fiction about Judean lore and culture. It … Continue reading My Book Review of Golem